Industrial design

Industrial designs, known as design patents in the U.S., are a valuable way to protect the visual aspects of new products. They can complement patent or trademark protection, serve as a foundation for trade dress protection, or stand alone to prevent design copying. This form of protection is typically quicker, easier, and less expensive to obtain compared to patents or trade dress protection.

Our legal team helps clients secure industrial design protection in Canada, the United States, and globally through our international network. We provide advice on the registrability and validity of design registrations, and handle cases involving infringement and ownership disputes.

We have extensive experience in evaluating and obtaining design protection for a wide range of products.

Our lawyers work closely with clients to identify and protect the valuable aesthetic features of their new designs. We understand the importance of industrial designs as business assets and strive to provide comprehensive protection strategies tailored to each client's needs. Whether you're looking to safeguard a single product design or build a portfolio of protected designs, our team can guide you through the process efficiently and effectively.