Intellectual Property Law
Trademark, copyright, and patent protection and enforcement under UAE law.
Intellectual Property Lawyer in Dubai
Our intellectual property team helps businesses and creators protect and enforce their trademarks, copyrights, patents, and industrial designs in the UAE. We handle registration with the Ministry of Economy, licensing and assignment, due diligence, and enforcement against infringement and counterfeiting.
Strong IP protection starts with registering the right rights in the right classes before a dispute arises. When infringement does occur, we act quickly through cease-and-desist notices, administrative complaints, and civil or criminal proceedings. We serve local and international clients in Arabic, English, Chinese, Russian, and German.
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Intellectual Property FAQs
Do I need to register my trademark in the UAE?
Registration with the Ministry of Economy gives you exclusive, enforceable rights in the registered classes. Without registration, your ability to stop others from using a similar mark is limited.
How long does IP protection last?
A registered trademark is generally protected for 10 years and can be renewed. Patents are generally protected for 20 years. Copyright arises automatically on creation of an original work.
Can foreign companies register IP in the UAE?
Yes. Foreign individuals and companies can register trademarks, patents, and designs in the UAE, typically through a local legal representative.
What can I do if someone copies my brand?
Options include a cease-and-desist notice, an administrative complaint, a civil claim for damages, and, in serious cases, criminal proceedings.