Patent Services in Malaysia
Safeguarding Innovation and Market Advantage
Patents lie at the intersection of technology and law. Under the Patents Act 1983, a granted patent provides you with a 20-year monopoly to exploit your invention (whether it is a new product, a manufacturing process or a technical solution). This exclusive right is not just a legal shield, it is a powerful commercial asset that deters competitors, attracts investors and can be monetised through licensing or sale.
We understand that securing a patent is a complex and technical process. Our team combines legal expertise with technical understanding to ensure your invention is claimed strategically. We guide you from the initial novelty search to the final grant, ensuring your rights are robust, enforceable and aligned with your business goals.
Our Patent Services Include:
- Patentability assessments and prior art searches – We conduct rigorous searches to ensure your invention meets the strict criteria of Novelty (new worldwide), Inventive Step (not obvious) and Industrial Applicability, helping you avoid the cost of filing for inventions that are already in the public domain.
- Patent drafting and prosecution with MyIPO - A patent is only as strong as its drafting. We prepare precise specifications and claims that maximise the scope of your monopoly while ensuring compliance with MyIPO’s requirements to prevent invalidation later.
- Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) international filings - For businesses eyeing global markets, we manage the PCT route, allowing you to file a single international application that effectively reserves your rights in multiple other countries before entering the national phase.
- Patent infringement advisory, enforcement & litigation - If your rights are violated, we provide decisive support (from sending cease-and-desist letters to representing you in the High Court). We also defend you against groundless threats or infringement claims by competitors.
- Technology transfer, licensing & commercial exploitation - We turn inventions into revenue. We draft and negotiate Technology Transfer, Licensing and Assignment agreements, ensuring you can safely monetise your R&D without losing control of your core technology.
- Patent portfolio management & monopoly optimisation - We manage the full lifecycle of your assets, including tracking annual maintenance fees (annuities) to prevent lapses and advising on when to switch strategies (e.g., from Patent to Trade Secret) as technologies evolve.
FAQs- Common Client Concerns
To be patentable, an invention must be New (not disclosed anywhere in the world), involve an Inventive Step (not just a simple modification) and be Industrially Applicable. We conduct prior art searches to confirm this before you spend money on filing.
Generally, public disclosure destroys novelty, making the invention unpatentable. However, Malaysia allows a 12-month grace period if the disclosure was made by you. We can advise on whether you can still save your rights.
The "Claims" section of a patent defines the boundary of your monopoly. If drafted too narrowly, competitors can design around it. If drafted too broadly, it may be invalidated. Professional drafting ensures your protection is both valid and commercially useful.
Yes, but patent rights are territorial (a Malaysian patent only protects you in Malaysia). You can protect your invention globally via the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) or by filing individual applications in target countries within 12 months of your first filing.
You have the right to stop them and claim damages. Remedies include injunctions (court orders to stop selling), seizure of goods and monetary compensation. We help you choose the most cost-effective path, whether it's negotiation or litigation.
A standard patent lasts for 20 years from the date of filing, provided you pay the annual renewal fees (annuities). If these fees are not paid, the patent will lapse and the invention will enter the public domain.
Generally, "schemes, rules or methods for doing business" and "computer programs per se" are not patentable in Malaysia. However, if your software provides a technical solution to a technical problem (e.g., controlling a machine), it may be patentable. Otherwise, software is typically protected under Copyright.
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Awards and Recognition
We are proud to be nominated as the top finalists of "SE Asia Law Firm of the Year" and "Malaysia Law Firm of the Year" by ALB (Asian Legal Business) Law Awards 2018 and 2019.
Why Choose Us
We translate technical brilliance into enforceable rights. We understand that effective patent protection is not just about paperwork. It is about securing a commercial advantage that increases your company’s valuation. From protecting your first prototype to managing a global portfolio, we ensure your innovations remain yours.
Speak to our patent lawyers today to protect your invention.