Industrial Property – Intellectual Property

Have you created something innovative? A new product, software, an invention, or a work of art? Innovation, ideas, and your business identity constitute your most valuable intangible assets. Every creator or entrepreneur has the right not only to commercially exploit their creation but also to prohibit third parties from illegally copying or using it.

What We Legally Protect in Intangible Assets Law

At VALAW, we specialize in Intangible Assets Law—meaning the protection of the aforementioned assets—and we provide comprehensive legal coverage for the protection of every form of creation:

  • Industrial Property: Trademark Registration, Patents, Utility Model Certificates, and Industrial Designs.
  • Intellectual Property (Copyright): The law protects original works of speech, art, or science. We provide legal coverage for software, databases, literary works, theater, photography, painting, and architecture.
  • Know-How & Trade Secrets: Safeguarding confidential business information.

Registration & Judicial Protection Services

Intellectual property theft, infringement of rights on intangible assets, or the poaching of clients require immediate and dynamic legal reflexes. We represent you in cases of:

  • Prevention & Suppression (Unfair Competition): Immediate judicial response to any case of infringement and copying. Protection against fraudulent practices, such as the unfair poaching of clients or employees by competing companies.
  • Commercial Exploitation: Meticulous drafting of license agreements and the transfer of rights.
  • Annulments: Actions for the cancellation or annulment of third-party patents or trademarks that infringe upon your rights.

Your idea deserves to be protected. Whether you wish to register a new trademark or are facing an infringement of your rights by third parties, our team is here to guide you. Request specialized legal advice now.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) on Industrial & Intellectual Property

 

Do I need to register my copyright for software or a work of art?

In Greece, copyright is born automatically upon the creation of the work. However, in order to be able to prove authorship in court against a copycat, we proceed with specialized legal actions to establish a certified date and secure deposition (e.g., before a notary public).

What is a Patent?

It is the exclusive title granted to you by the state (via the Hellenic Industrial Property Organisation - OBI) for a new invention that involves an inventive step and is susceptible to industrial application. It grants you the right to prohibit third parties from manufacturing or selling it for 20 years.

Can I protect my business's know-how without a patent?

Absolutely. Through strict non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), employment contracts, and legal safety protocols, we legally bind partners and employees so that your business "secrets" remain completely confidential.

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