Designs

Every design be it for aesthetics, art or professional purposes, speaks of creativity and immense talent. The best Legal Practices safeguard the originality of each well-planned design.

Designs

Every design be it for aesthetics, art or professional purposes, speaks of creativity and immense talent. The best Legal Practices safeguard the originality of each well-planned design.

How Can We Help Your Business

If you are an inventor, designer, developer or author, you can protect your work through intellectual property law. Intellectual property law ensures that others may not use your creations unless you give permission to do so. This gives you the opportunity to recoup your investments in the development of a product. In order to obtain protection, it is important that you have a detailed idea. An idea alone is not enough, as it can be worked out in several ways. When you have a developed idea, our lawyers can record your intellectual property in different ways. There are different types of intellectual property law, which can be used separately or in combination

Escalade Legal Services with its highly skilled Associates are able to help your business firstly identify and later protect Designs, to ensure exclusivity and most importantly protect you against any kind of misuse in the market. Our Firm helps you to identify and maintain Designs, where applicable.

What is a Designs?

The design/industrial design protection is granted specifically to protect new, original, and non-obvious designs on/of manufactured articles, where the said design /industrial design has no functional or structural impact on the product in question. Intellectual protection for designs/industrial design are a very complex and precise topic that takes a great deal of expertise and real-world experience to provide the best advice and safeguard for clients. We at Escalade Legal Services provide registration, filing, portfolio management, enforcement, and advisory/opinion services for your industrial design rights.

A design is a right which is granted to protect aesthetic features in a product. We at Escalade Legal Services provide all services pertaining to Designed including registration, filing, portfolio management, enforcement, and advisory/ opinion and litigation.

Types of Designs

Literary Works

Written words of fiction (novels, short stories, poetry, etc.) and non-fiction (biographies and auto-biographies, textbooks, etc.) are given automatic protection under Indian and

Dramatic Works

This is a distinct sub-set of literary work that is specifically written/choreographed to be enacted in the form of plays, dramas, entertainment shows, etc.

Sound Recordings and Musical Works

Sound Recordings, as the name suggest, is the recording of sound irrespective of the medium on which it has been stored or the methods by which the sounds have been produced. Musical work

Cinematography Films

This is any visual recording, accompanied or not accompanied by, sound recordings, through the processes of cinematography. From short length recordings to full length feature films, every

Artistic Works

Original artwork comes under this ambit, including paintings, photographs, cartoons and its associated characters, blueprints, drawings, casts, diagrams, plans, molds, etc. Basically

What Our Clients Say

Venkata is a highly knowledgeable in IP Protection services. He is young, friendly and guided us well in the different kinds of protection required for a new business. He is extremely detail oriented, provides great follow-up and gets work done as promised and on time. It was a pleasure working with him and I'm sure we'll be going back to him more often.

Venkat is a good Trademark attorney. He is intelligent, hardworking and committed to his profession. He expressed his interest to explore the vast field of patent searching and drafting. I wish him good luck in his future.

Venkat had been one of the inquisitive students who wanted to explore a lot into new branches of law. He had a profound apptitute towards cyber laws and intellectual property laws. He brought in new dimensions and perspectives to class discussions. I wish him all the best in all his endeavours.

FAQ's

Is registration compulsory to get protection for industrial designs?

Yes, registration is mandatory to acquire protection for industrial designs.

What is the duration for which registration of industrial designs last?

The initial validity of registration is 10 (ten) years.

Can the duration of registration be extended?

The duration of registration can be extended for a term of five years, provided the application for extension is made before the expiration of the initial ten years.

Can a design be re-registered after the expiration of registration?

No, once the term has expired, the design cannot be re-registered.

Can registration be cancelled by the concerned authority after it has been registered?

Yes, the registration can be cancelled by the Controller of Designs based on the grounds specified by law.

Is production of an article by industrial process necessary before applying for registration?

No, unlike patents or copyrights, designs can be registered when it is still an idea/concept. The production by industrial process can begin before or after registration of the design.

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We pride ourselves on the creative legal solutions and cost-efficient services provided to our national and international clients

Trademarks

Trademarks exist to help differentiate your brands from your competitors and probable imposters who might seek to pass off your hard-earned recognition and goodwill.

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Patent

A Patent protects your painstakingly earned technological advancements from being appropriated by unscrupulous competitors.

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Designs

The design protection is granted to protect new, original, non-obvious designs on/of manufactured articles, where the said design has no functional or structural impact on the product in question.

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Protecting Your Designs with Expert Legal Guidance

As a premier Design Intellectual Property Law Firm in Bangalore, India, Escalade Legal Services specializes in safeguarding your creative innovations through comprehensive intellectual property protection. Our expert team understands that in today’s competitive marketplace, protecting your design assets is crucial for maintaining your competitive edge and ensuring long-term business success.

What is Design Intellectual Property?

Design intellectual property refers to the legal protection granted to the aesthetic and ornamental features of products, including their shape, pattern, color, texture, and overall visual appearance. As a leading IP law firm in Bangalore, we help clients secure exclusive rights to their creative designs, preventing unauthorized use and ensuring you can capitalize on your innovations.

Our Comprehensive Design IP Services

Design Registration and Filing
Portfolio Management
Enforcement and Litigation
Advisory and Opinion Services

Our experienced legal team provides end-to-end design registration services, ensuring your applications meet all regulatory requirements and maximize your chances of successful registration. We handle:

Pre-filing design searches to assess novelty and registrability
Comprehensive application preparation with detailed descriptions and drawings
Strategic filing guidance to optimize protection scope
Multi-jurisdictional filing for international protection

As your trusted Design Intellectual Property Law Firm in Bangalore, we offer ongoing portfolio management services to maintain and optimize your design rights:

Renewal management to ensure continuous protection
Portfolio auditing to identify gaps and opportunities
Strategic asset evaluation for licensing and commercialization
Maintenance fee management across multiple jurisdictions

Our litigation team provides robust enforcement services to protect your design rights:

Infringement analysis and cease-and-desist actions
Opposition proceedings before the Design Office
Civil litigation for design infringement cases
Customs enforcement to prevent importation of infringing products

We provide strategic legal counsel on design-related matters:

Freedom to operate analysis for new product launches
Validity and enforceability opinions
Licensing and assignment agreements
Due diligence for mergers and acquisitions

Literary Works Protection

Written works, including novels, poetry, textbooks, biographies, and digital content, receive automatic protection under Indian and international law. Our copyright lawyers ensure proper registration and documentation for:

Fiction and non-fiction books
Articles and blog content
Academic and research papers
Scripts and screenplays
Website content and digital publications

Artistic and Creative Works

Visual and artistic creations deserve professional protection. We handle copyright registration in India for:

Paintings, drawings, and illustrations
Photographs and digital artwork
Architectural designs and plans
Graphic designs and logos
Sculptures and artistic installations

Musical and Audio Works

Sound recordings and musical compositions require specialized handling. Our services include:

Original musical compositions
Sound recordings and audio productions
Lyrics and musical notations
Podcast content and audiobooks
Background music and jingles

Digital and Technical Works

Modern creative works often involve complex digital elements:

Software applications and programs
Websites and web applications
Databases and technical documentation
Mobile applications
Digital platforms and tools

Why Choose Escalade Legal Services?

Types of Designs We Protect

Product Designs

Consumer electronics and appliances
Furniture and home décor items
Automotive components and accessories
Fashion and textile designs
Packaging and container designs

Graphic Designs

Logos and brand elements
Product labels and packaging graphics
User interface designs
Architectural drawings and plans

Industrial Designs

Manufacturing equipment designs
Tool and machinery aesthetics
Industrial product configurations
Technical apparatus appearances

Industry Expertise

Our Design Intellectual Property Law Firm in Bangalore serves diverse industries:

The Design Registration Process

Step 1: Novelty Assessment

We conduct comprehensive searches to evaluate the novelty of your design and assess its registrability prospects.

Step 2: Application Preparation

Our experts prepare detailed applications with precise drawings and descriptions that meet all regulatory requirements.

Step 3: Filing and Prosecution

We handle the filing process and manage all communications with the Design Office, addressing any objections or requirements.

Step 4: Registration and Maintenance

Upon successful registration, we provide ongoing support for renewal and maintenance of your design rights.

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FAQ's

What makes a design eligible for protection under Indian law?

A design must be new, original, and non-obvious to qualify for protection. It should be applied to manufactured articles and must not have any functional or structural impact on the product’s utility. The design should be capable of being reproduced by industrial processes and must not be contrary to public order or morality.

How long does the design registration process take in India?

The design registration process typically takes 6-12 months from the filing date, depending on the complexity of the application and any objections raised by the Design Office. Our IP law firm in Bangalore expedites this process by ensuring complete and accurate applications from the outset.

How do I maintain my design registration?

Design registration in India is initially valid for 10 years and can be extended for another 5 years. You must file for extension before the initial term expires. Our portfolio management services ensure timely renewals and maintenance of your design rights.

Can I register multiple designs in a single application?

Yes, you can file multiple designs in a single application if they belong to the same class or are used together. This can be cost-effective for related designs. Our experts help determine the best filing strategy for your design portfolio.

What is the difference between design registration and copyright protection?

While both protect creative works, design registration specifically protects the aesthetic features of manufactured articles, whereas copyright protects original literary, artistic, and creative works. Industrial design registration provides stronger commercial protection for product aesthetics, while copyright protection is automatic but offers different remedies.

Can I file for design protection before manufacturing the product?

Yes, unlike patents, designs can be registered when they are still in the concept stage. You don’t need to produce the article by industrial process before applying for registration. This allows inventors and designers to secure protection early in the development process.

Can I register multiple designs in a single application?

How do I maintain my design registration?

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Contact Escalade Legal Services today to protect your design innovations with India’s leading Design Intellectual Property Law Firm in Bangalore.

Design Intellectual Property Law Firm in India

Protecting Your Designs with Expert Legal Guidance

What is Design Intellectual Property?

Our Comprehensive Design IP Services

Design Registration and Filing

Portfolio Management

Enforcement and Litigation

Advisory and Opinion Services

Why Choose Escalade Legal Services?

Specialized Expertise

Local Market Knowledge

Cost-Effective Solutions

Comprehensive Approach

Types of Designs We Protect

Product Designs

Graphic Designs

Industrial Designs

Industry Expertise

Technology and Electronics

Automotive

Manufacturing

Fashion and Textiles

Consumer Goods

The Design Registration Process

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