For foreign IP firms

Scope of assistance

• Send the client and adverse-party names, matter reference and key dates for an initial review.
• Agree the instructions, reporting arrangements, document requirements and scope of representation.
• Receive a fee proposal separating professional services and official or third-party expenses.

What to prepare

Provide the rights holder’s details, application or registration references, relevant documents, your objective and any approaching deadline. Where there is another party, include its name.

Scope and fees

The work, required authority documents and fees are defined before the engagement begins. Professional fees are distinguished from applicable official and third-party expenses.