At Dodd & Co., we specialize in comprehensive patent services in India and internationally, ensuring that innovators, businesses, and research institutions safeguard their technological advancements with strong, enforceable patent rights. Our business-focused approach combines legal expertise with deep technical knowledge, allowing us to assist clients across diverse industries, including biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, engineering, AI, software, and more.
We provide seamless patent protection at every stage of the patent lifecycle—from prior art searches and drafting to filing, prosecution, opposition, and enforcement. Whether you are a startup looking to file your first patent, a corporation managing a global patent portfolio, or an international client seeking a trusted partner in India, our team ensures precision, compliance, and strategic value in all patent matters.
Filing a well-drafted patent application is the cornerstone of effective IP protection. We provide expert drafting, filing, and prosecution services before the Indian Patent Office (IPO) and international authorities such as the USPTO, EPO, and WIPO (PCT applications).
Our expertise includes:
✔ Patentability assessments and prior art searches to evaluate the novelty of your invention
✔ Patent drafting with a strong focus on enforceability and commercialization
✔ Filing & prosecution of patents in India and abroad (PCT, Paris Convention)
✔ Responding to office actions & examiner objections to ensure smooth grant of patents
For international clients, we collaborate with trusted foreign associates to manage global patent filings, ensuring compliance with jurisdiction-specific requirements while maintaining a cost-effective and strategic approach to international patent protection.
Patent disputes require a strategic and proactive approach to protect your innovations and commercial interests. Our patent opposition and litigation team has a proven track record in defending patent rights and challenging invalid patents.
Our expertise includes:
✔ Pre-grant & post-grant oppositions before the Indian Patent Office
✔ Patent revocations & invalidation actions before tribunals and courts
✔ Patent infringement litigation – enforcing and defending patent rights in India
✔ Customs enforcement & anti-counterfeiting measures to stop patent violations at borders
We have successfully represented clients in high-stakes litigation, ensuring effective enforcement of their patents against infringers while also providing strategic legal support for alternative dispute resolution and out-of-court settlements.
Intellectual property is not just about protection—it is a powerful business asset. We help businesses monetize patents through licensing, technology transfer, and commercialization strategies.
Our expertise includes:
✔ Drafting & negotiating patent licensing agreements
✔ Technology transfer & joint venture agreements
✔ Royalty structuring & revenue-sharing models
✔ Patent portfolio valuation & due diligence for mergers/acquisitions
Our team ensures that clients maximize the commercial value of their patents, whether through exclusive licensing, cross-licensing, or collaborative technology partnerships.
Patent infringement can undermine years of research and investment. Our enforcement team ensures that your patents remain protected and that infringers face swift legal action.
Our expertise includes:
✔ Patent infringement analysis & cease-and-desist strategies
✔ Civil & criminal enforcement against patent violators
✔ Customs recordation to block infringing imports
✔ Alternative dispute resolution (ADR) & arbitration in patent disputes
We work closely with law enforcement and customs authorities to stop counterfeit and infringing goods from entering the Indian market, helping clients maintain market exclusivity.
As India is a member of the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT), foreign applicants can file their PCT National Phase applications in India through us. Similarly, we assist Indian businesses in securing international patent protection through our network of global IP partners.
Our expertise includes:
✔ Filing and prosecuting PCT National Phase applications in India
✔ International patent filings under the Paris Convention
✔ Coordination with foreign associates for multi-jurisdictional filings
✔ Patent translation services for filings in non-English jurisdictions
With our strong network of international IP firms, we provide end-to-end assistance for securing patents in major markets such as the USA, Europe, China, Japan, and beyond.
✔ Expertise in Indian and International Patent Law – Deep knowledge of Indian Patent Act and global filing strategies.
✔ Industry-Specific Technical Knowledge – Patent attorneys with expertise in engineering, pharmaceuticals, software, biotechnology, and AI
✔ Strong Enforcement & Litigation Team – Proven success in patent oppositions, revocations, and infringement cases
✔ Seamless Global Patent Filing – Through our network of international IP partners
✔ Business-Focused Approach – Helping clients monetize and maximize the value of their patents
From patents to trademarks, our legal solutions are designed to protect, enforce, and maximize the value of your intellectual property.
Let’s discuss how we can support your business growth today.
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