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A Patent gives you exclusive rights to your invention in Hong Kong, stopping others from making, selling, or using it without your permission. It's like a legal shield that protects new technological innovations, from cutting-edge medical devices to improved manufacturing processes.

To get patent protection under Hong Kong's Patents Ordinance, your invention must be new, innovative, and practical. Once granted, you can enforce these rights for up to 20 years, during which you can license your technology to others or take legal action against copycats. Many local businesses use patents to safeguard their R&D investments and gain a competitive edge.

Consider filing a Patent when you've developed a genuinely new invention that could generate significant commercial value. This protection becomes crucial before launching innovative products, pitching to investors, or discussing your technology with potential business partners in Hong Kong.

Get your Patent application ready early - ideally before any public disclosure of your invention. Many Hong Kong businesses file patents when entering new markets, developing breakthrough technologies, or spotting competitors working on similar innovations. Remember that filing first is essential, as Hong Kong's patent system rewards the earliest applicant, not the first inventor.

• Patent License Agreement: A contract that lets patent owners earn revenue by allowing others to use their patented technology, while maintaining ownership rights. Common in technology transfers and joint ventures.
• Trade Mark Agreement: Different from patents, this protects brand elements like logos and names. Often used alongside patents when commercializing new products.

• Inventors and Companies: The creators of new technologies seeking protection for their innovations, from individual entrepreneurs to large R&D departments in Hong Kong corporations.
• Patent Attorneys: Specialized lawyers who draft patent applications, conduct searches, and handle legal proceedings with the Hong Kong Patents Registry.
• Licensing Partners: Businesses that pay to use patented technologies through licensing agreements.
• Patent Examiners: Government officials who review applications and determine if inventions meet patentability requirements.
• Competitors: Other companies in the market who must respect patent rights or risk legal action.

• Technical Documentation: Prepare detailed descriptions, drawings, and specifications of your invention. Include all possible variations and practical applications.
• Prior Art Search: Research existing patents and publications to confirm your invention is truly novel in Hong Kong and internationally.
• Inventor Details: Gather complete information about all inventors, including their contributions and employment status.
• Commercial Strategy: Define your business goals, potential markets, and licensing plans to shape patent scope.
• Draft Application: Our platform helps create precise patent claims and descriptions that meet Hong Kong's legal requirements while maximizing protection.

• Patent Claims: Clear, precise statements defining the exact scope of protection you're seeking for your invention.
• Technical Description: Detailed explanation of how your invention works, including all possible variations and practical applications.
• Background Section: Context about the technical field and existing problems your invention solves.
• Drawings and Diagrams: Visual representations that help explain your invention's structure and operation.
• Abstract: Brief summary of the invention's key technical features and main purpose.
• Inventor Declaration: Formal statement confirming the identity and rights of all inventors involved.

A Patent and a Patent Assignment Agreement serve different but related purposes in protecting intellectual property. While a Patent grants exclusive rights to an invention, a Patent Assignment Agreement transfers ownership of those patent rights from one party to another.

• Protection vs. Transfer: Patents protect your invention from being copied, while assignment agreements document the legal sale or transfer of patent ownership.
• Duration: Patents last up to 20 years in Hong Kong, while assignment agreements execute a permanent, one-time transfer.
• Legal Requirements: Patents need technical disclosure and novelty examination; assignments simply need clear terms of transfer and proper signatures.
• Cost Structure: Patents involve application fees and renewal costs; assignments typically involve a one-time payment between parties.