With the recently introduced rule changes relating to the filing of Information Disclosure Statements before the USPTO, I thought it would be timely to examine if similar requirements exist for applicants of an Australian patent application to disclose relevant prior…
Madderns is thrilled to welcome Fabiola Dos Santos to our team as a Senior Associate Trade Marks Attorney. With over 15 years of experience in Australia and overseas, Fabiola is a seasoned IP professional specialising in trade marks and brand…
The assignment of intellectual property (IP) is a crucial aspect of business transactions in Australia. Whether it involves patents, trademarks, or designs, properly transferring ownership is essential to protect the rights of both the assignor and the assignee. Understanding the…
The Australian Patent Office has recently issued three opposition decisions, each finding that claims lacked support under Section 40(3) of the Patents Act 1990, which mandates that patent claims are adequately supported by the matter disclosed in the specification. Section…
For the uninitiated, “The Gambler” is a country song written by Don Schlitz and made famous by Kenny Rogers. Our narrator rides a train ‘bound for nowhere’ with an experienced gambler who offers advice in exchange for the princely sum…
We are seeking a Trainee Patent Attorney to join our ICT team in Adelaide to assist our specialist ICT attorneys to protect our clients’ inventions. To apply, you must have a Bachelor’s degree or higher qualification in physics, electrical/electronic engineering,…