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Overview of patents

Practical Law UK Practice Note Overview 1-107-3660 (Approx. 53 pages)

Overview of patents

by Practical Law IP&IT (based on material originally contributed by Bird & Bird LLP)
The overview summarises the main considerations relating to the protection and ownership of patents, both in the UK and internationally, and the management of a patent portfolio. Key commercial and legal considerations relating to the exploitation of patents are considered, including the licensing and sale of patents, confidentiality, the use of heads of agreement, local law issues, formalities and taxation.

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