Registered Design
Fisher Adams Kelly has a proven track record protecting and providing expert advice in relation to registered designs in Australia, New Zealand and overseas. We recognise the importance of protecting your design and support you with clear advice, recommendations and relevant legal protection. |
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The Registered Design Process
An Australian design application is made on the appropriate application form together with five sets of representations showing the design. Drawings or photographs are the most common forms of representations. The next steps in the lodgement process involve:- Registration
- Protection
- Certification
- Renewals and reminders
REGISTERED DESIGN – FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WHAT IS A REGISTERED DESIGN?
A registered design protects the appearance of an article. Examples include designs for furniture, clothing, vehicles, appliances, electronic devices, sporting equipment and containers.
WHY SHOULD I REGISTER MY DESIGN?
Registered designs can provide legal protection against unauthorised copying of the design, currently up to 10 years. Once registered, your registered design can be a valuable commercial asset – you have the exclusive right to use, license or sell your design.
WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY…
“In April 2002 I came up with the idea of combining no fines concrete with fibre to create a porous concrete block. Paul Davis of Fisher Adams Kelly was recommended to me. He understood my concept and prepared the patent. Paul’s ongoing backup and advice has been invaluable and his patent work has been wonderful. Both my wife and I have been very happy in our dealings with Paul and would have no hesitation in recommending him.”
Mr Christopher Fraser
Aqua Drainage Solutions