Defending intellectual property rights (IPRs) such as copyrights, patents, trademarks and designs has an increasing importance for companies of all sizes and industries. IPRs are intangible assets which are essential for sustainable growth and competitive challenges.

Infringements of IP occur on a daily basis and they are not bound to national borders. Efficient IPR protection requires manpower as well as an aggressive legal expertise.

It is vital to recognize and fight IP infringements at an early stage. Moreover, it is important to collect, document, and analyze evidence which complies with relevant legal standards and judicial requirements.

A solid and stable chain of evidence is the key to both successful litigation and effective arbitration.

For more than a decade, Paladin Associates has been advising international law firms and corporations in any kind of IP-related legal disputes. Investigation and consulting services are conducted not only in Europe but in numerous jurisdictions around the globe. The portfolio of services comprises of archive, register, and database research as well as surveillance, test purchases, on-site intelligence, and accessing confidential sources.

In addition, Paladin Associates has developed an international network of lawyers, consultants, and industry experts who are able to support a client in protecting patent rights, designs, copyrights and trademarks as well as license and competition agreements.