Coutts Lawyers & Conveyancers is a powerful female-founded law firm with a core value system that puts people first. Our reputation as the legal business of choice in New South Wales is recognised by our many awards.
The team at Coutts have the expertise and experience to stand behind you and give you legal advice in a language you understand... without the legal jargon.
Coutts welcomes the opportunity to help you start a business, purchase a business, or sell a business in Australia.
Coutts Commercial and Business team takes pride in providing comprehensive legal services to businesses of all sizes.
At Coutts, our legal team offer the best service in a time where you feel at odds with the law.
Coutts provide expert legal advice in all employment related matters for both employers and employees including, but not limited to the following key areas.
Coutts provide legal advice in all areas of family law including; property settlements, divorce settlements, all types of parenting matters and the drafting of binding financial agreements and binding child support agreements.
At Coutts, we understand the devastating impact personal injuries can have, not only in a physical capacity, but also your emotional, mental and financial well-being also.
The important role conveyancers plays when people are buying and selling of property.
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PROTECTING YOUR IDEAS? SAFEGUARD YOUR IP
When it comes to navigating the complexities of intellectual property, count on the Coutts team of Intellectual Property Lawyers for support. Our team boasts extensive experience and a deep understanding of intricate legal nuances. We go the extra mile to ensure that your agreements are not just legally solid but strategically crafted to protect your intellectual property assets.
We also provide specialised guidance as copyright lawyers, ensuring your creative works are fully protected, licensing agreements are expertly managed, and any infringements are addressed to safeguard your intellectual property rights.
Adriana Care Managing Partner
Your intellectual property is what sets you apart from your competitors. The Coutts Intellectual Property Lawyers work with companies and business owners across various industries to safeguard intellectual property rights. We provide and implement tailored legal solutions, helping intellectual property owners make informed decisions to maximise the value of their innovations, brands, and ideas.
In an age where innovation drives success, protecting your unique assets has never been more crucial. The intellectual property you possess, your innovations, brand names and designs are invaluable assets that give your business its competitive edge.
Coutts ensures your intellectual property isn’t just protected but is also leveraged to its fullest potential. Whether it’s guiding startups in their initial trademark registration or assisting established entities, Coutts brings the same commitment and expertise.
Coutts possesses a deep understanding of intellectual property licensing. Whether it’s drafting, reviewing, or negotiating intellectual property licence agreements, our experts ensure that the rights and interests of our clients are safeguarded and maximised.
Coutts stands out by offering comprehensive services that encompass everything from initial registrations to adeptly handling oppositions, ensuring that our client’s brands and identities remain protected and distinct in the marketplace.
Intellectual property disputes can significantly impact businesses and their growth. With Coutts on your side, you have a dedicated team ready to both enforce your IP rights against potential infringements and robustly defend your operations when faced with challenges, ensuring business continuity and reputation preservation.
Each of these extensions offers more depth and context, emphasising the comprehensive and detailed approach Coutts takes in the area of intellectual property.
Reach out to Coutts Lawyers via our website, phone, or in person. Briefly describe your matter.
Schedule and attend a meeting with a Coutts Intellectual Property Lawyer to discuss the specifics of your matter and desired outcomes.
Share all related documents and information. Your lawyer / Conveyancer will review everything, clarify aspects as needed, and then advise on the best action course.
Based on the advice, an appropriate action plan will be formulated. This may involve communication, documentation processes, or further legal steps.
Execute the action plan, addressing a range of legal scenarios as necessary.
Navigate towards a resolution, with the path determined by the nature of the matter. Your Lawyer / Conveyancer will outline any final actions or considerations.
Meet Adriana, the Managing Partner at Coutts Lawyers & Conveyancers, and the head of our team of experienced Property Lawyers and Commercial Lawyers. With over twenty years of expertise, Adriana’s profound experience has fostered unwavering trust among her clients and solidified her esteemed standing within the Macarthur community. Her stature as an authority in property and commercial law is well-established.
Intellectual property in Australia refers to legal rights granted to creators and owners of intellectual assets, including patents, trademarks, copyrights and trade secrets. IP is essential for protecting innovation and creativity, encouraging economic growth, and safeguarding the rights of creators and inventors.
Intellectual property in Australia can be protected through various means, including patents (for inventions), trademarks (for branding), copyrights (for creative works), and trade secrets (for confidential information). The specific method of protection depends on the type of intellectual property.
To register trademarks and patents in Australia, you need to apply to the Australian Government’s IP agency, the Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade). The application process involves providing detailed information and meeting specific requirements.
The duration of protection varies for different types of intellectual property in Australia. Patents can be protected for up to 20 years, trademarks can be renewed indefinitely, and copyrights typically last for the life of the creator plus 70 years.
If someone infringes your intellectual property rights in Australia, you can seek legal remedies, including injunctive relief (to stop the infringement), damages (financial compensation for losses), and orders for the destruction of infringing goods or products. IP disputes can be resolved through litigation, negotiation, or alternative dispute resolution methods.