Patents
Our specialist team of patent attorneys advise on, search and prepare patent applications in Australia, New Zealand, the Pacific Islands and internationally.
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An intimate knowledge of our clients’ invention or proprietary technology is essential to ensure patents provide sufficient protection. Our patent specialists comprise two broad teams – Chembio and Engineering/IT, who have the technical expertise to understand and protect any type of creation.
We have specialists, many having PhDs in their respective fields, across a range of sectors including engineering, technology, biotech and life sciences. Because of our size and our fluid team structure, we can form multi-disciplinary teams on a project-by-project basis, which ensures that each project is handled by the best people for the job.
Key contacts for this service
Patent searching
An in-depth patent search by one of our skilled practitioners is key to avoiding rejection on patent filings.
Patent drafting, filing and prosecution
With vast technical and global expertise, our experts have the knowledge and skill to draft quality patent applications for successful prosecution and registration.
Patent infringement and enforcement
Our skilled litigation and dispute resolution team can help clients who find themselves involved in an IP dispute or want to enforce their IP rights.
Portfolio management and renewals
We have a dedicated in-house renewals team whose sole responsibility is to manage the maintenance and renewal of IP portfolios.
IP strategy
From bespoke advice to tailored best practice programmes, we work with our clients to develop a sustainable IP strategy fit for the future.
Our regional expertise
Our specialist team provide patent services throughout the region.
- Patents in New Zealand
- Patents in Australia
- Patents in the Pacific Islands
- Patents in other overseas jurisdictions
Meet our experts
Principal \ Auckland
Anton Blijlevens
Principal \ Wellington
Dr Duncan de Geest
Consultant \ Wellington
Dr Carol Johns
Patent Scientist \
Dr Hannah McKerchar
Consultant \ Auckland
Anton Gibson
Senior Associate \ Auckland
Sharon Zhu
Patent Engineer \ Auckland
Ollie Gilbertson
Principal \ Auckland
Duncan Schaut
Special Counsel \ Wellington
Dr Christine Egan
Special Counsel \ Wellington
Tim Jackson
Director \ Auckland
Kim McLeod
Patent Executive \ Auckland
Dr Jake Stuart
Principal \ Auckland
Matthieu Mouscardes
Associate \ Wellington
Ryan Candland
Principal \ Wellington
Andy Locke
Senior Associate \ Wellington
Dr Briar Dominick
Associate \ Wellington
Megan Donnett
Principal \ Wellington
Sarah Barclay
International Filing Manager \ Wellington
Katherine Sheehan
Principal \ Wellington
Sarah Barclay
Senior Associate \ Wellington
Bojun Zhou 周博俊
Special Counsel \ Wellington
Dr Christine Egan
Why AJ Park?
We have a specialist team of patent experts who advise on, search and prepare applications in Australia, New Zealand, and internationally.
A regional leader
We are one of the largest IP firms in the region with a track record, expertise and services to cover all stages of the IP lifecycle.
We’re in the detail
We take the time to understand our clients’ IP needs, pairing it with our deep understanding of a diverse range of technologies.
Designed to be responsive
The process, systems and way we work at AJ Park have all been designed to enable us to be highly responsive to our clients’ needs.
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Visit our insights, resources and guides to find out more about patents and how they play an important role in protecting IP.
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