Intellectual Property Solicitors in Falmouth

A distinctive brand, an original design, or a creative work can take years to build, and losing control of it to a competitor can be costly. Intellectual property solicitors in Falmouth advise local businesses on protecting trade marks, copyright, and designs, and on what to do if someone else copies or infringes them.

Some forms of protection, such as copyright, arise automatically, while others, such as trade marks and registered designs, require an application. A solicitor can advise on which routes are available for a particular business, help with the registration process, and flag any existing rights that could conflict with a proposed new brand before money is spent developing it.

Where infringement has already happened, options range from a straightforward letter asking the other party to stop, through to formal court proceedings if the matter cannot be resolved. A solicitor can weigh up the likely cost and benefit of each option and help decide which is proportionate to the harm being caused.