Protecting Ideas. Securing Innovation. Enforcing Rights.
OmniCerta offers comprehensive Intellectual Property (IP) and technology law services tailored to protect innovation and ensure legal security across industries. Our team of IP experts provides end-to-end solutions for the registration, enforcement, licensing and litigation of trademarks, patents, copyrights, industrial designs and trade secrets in Pakistan.
Why Intellectual Property Matters
Intellectual property is often the most valuable asset a business possesses, whether it’s a brand name, a software algorithm, a unique product design, or proprietary know-how. With the rapid pace of innovation and digital disruption, robust IP protection is no longer optional; it is essential.
We advise individuals, startups, and corporations on how to safeguard their intangible assets under Pakistanโs IP legal framework, including the:
- Trademarks Ordinance, 2001
- This ordinance focuses on the registration and protection of trademarks, which are distinctive signs used to identify and distinguish goods or services.ย It covers aspects like registration procedures, infringement and penalties for misuse of trademarks.ย
- Copyright Ordinance, 1962
- This ordinance protects the rights of authors and creators in their original works, including literary, dramatic, musical and artistic works.ย
- Patents Ordinance, 2000
- This ordinance provides for the protection of inventions through patents, granting inventors exclusive rights to their inventions for a defined period.ย
- Designs Ordinance, 2000
- This ordinance focuses on the protection of industrial designs, which are the ornamental or aesthetic aspects of a product.ย
- Trade Secrets and Unfair Competition laws
- While not codified as a single, comprehensive law like the others, these concepts are addressed within the broader legal framework.ย The Trade Marks Ordinance, for instance, touches upon unfair competition related to trademarks.ย Additionally, common law principles and other relevant legislation may be applied to address issues related to trade secrets and unfair business practices.ย
Our Core Services
- IP Registration
- Secure your intellectual property rights with confidence. OmniCerta handles:
- Trademarks:
- OmniCerta manages the entire trademark application process, including oppositions, ensuring proper registration with the IPO Pakistan.
- Patents and Designs:
- They handle the filing of patent and design applications with the IPO Pakistan, a crucial step for protecting inventions and designs.
- Copyrights:
- OmniCerta offers registration services for copyright and software protection, safeguarding creative works.
- Trade Secrets:
- They provide support in documenting trade secrets and establishing internal protocols to maintain their confidentiality.
- Accuracy and Compliance:
- OmniCerta emphasizes accuracy and compliance with relevant laws and regulations throughout the process.
- Strategic Classification:
- They focus on strategic classification of intellectual property to maximise its protection and enforceability.ย
- We ensure accuracy, compliance, and strategic classification to maximise protection and enforceability.
- They focus on strategic classification of intellectual property to maximise its protection and enforceability.ย
- IP Enforcement & Litigation
- OmniCerta represent clients in administrative and court proceedings to stop infringement and counterfeiting. Our enforcement team collaborates with:
- Theย Intellectual Property Tribunal
- Customs,ย Police, andย FIAย for seizures and raids
- Courts for injunctive relief, damages, and settlements
- OmniCerta represent clients in administrative and court proceedings to stop infringement and counterfeiting. Our enforcement team collaborates with:
- IP Strategy & Advisory
- OmniCerta helps clients strategically manage their IP portfolios to ensure long-term commercial success. Our team advises on:
- Brand protection and franchising
- Licensing agreements and royalty structuring
- IP due diligence for Mergers and Acquisitions
- Portfolio audits and monetisation strategies
- Trade secret protection, NDAs, and compliance
- OmniCerta helps clients strategically manage their IP portfolios to ensure long-term commercial success. Our team advises on:
Why Choose OmniCerta?
OmniCerta bringsย expert knowledge of Pakistanโs intellectual property and technology law landscape, offering strategic protection and enforcement of your rights across all judicial and administrative forums. Our team deliversย affordable and scalable legal supportย tailored to the needs of startups, SMEs, and large corporations alike. Withย hands-on collaborationย with IPO Pakistan, the FIA, and Customs authorities, we ensure practical, fast, and effective enforcement. Above all, ourย client-centric approachย is focused on turning your intellectual property into a powerful competitive advantage.
Protect your brand. Defend your creations. Grow with confidence.
FAQs
What types of intellectual property can OmniCerta help me protect?
OmniCerta provides comprehensive legal support for the protection ofย trademarks, copyrights, patents, industrial designs, andย trade secrets. We handle the full process from registration to enforcement under Pakistanโs IP laws.
How do I register a trademark in Pakistan?
We manage theย entire trademark registration processย with the Intellectual Property Organisation (IPO) Pakistan, including name clearance, filing, opposition handling, and issuance of certificates, ensuring your brand is fully protected.
Can I file a patent for my invention in Pakistan?
Yes. OmniCerta assists withย patent application drafting and filingย under theย Patents Ordinance, 2000, and offers strategic guidance on novelty, inventiveness, and enforceability to ensure your invention qualifies for protection.
What is considered a trade secret, and how can I protect it?
Aย trade secretย is any confidential business information (e.g., formulas, processes, customer lists) that gives your business a competitive edge. OmniCerta helpsย document and protect trade secretsย through legal agreements (e.g., NDAs) and internal policiesโeven though there’s no standalone law, we enforce them using contracts and common law remedies.
What can I do if someone is using my brand or copying my work?
OmniCerta provides aggressiveย IP enforcement and litigation services, including cease and desist notices, injunctive relief, damages claims, and criminal enforcement. We work withย Customs, Police, FIA, and theย IP Tribunalย to stop infringement and counterfeiting quickly.
Does OmniCerta help startups or only large companies?
We offerย affordable, scalable solutionsย forย startups, SMEs, and corporates. Whether you’re launching your first brand or managing a complex portfolio of IP assets, we tailor our services to your business stage and goals.
How long does it take to register a trademark or patent?
Trademark registration generally takesย 6 to 9 months, depending on objections or oppositions. Patent registration can takeย 12 months or longer, as it involves technical examination. We guide you at every step to avoid delays.
Can you help me enforce my rights against online infringement?
Yes. OmniCerta offersย digital enforcement services, including action againstย domain name squatters,ย e-commerce counterfeiters, andย social media brand misuse, along with takedown requests and strategic litigation.
Do I need to register copyright in Pakistan?
While copyright protection arises automatically upon creation,ย formal registrationย strengthens your legal position and is recommended forย software, designs, and creative works. OmniCerta assists with registration and enforcement.
How do I get started with OmniCerta?
Start by booking aย confidential consultationย with our IP law experts. Weโll assess your intellectual property, advise you on risks and opportunities, and build a legal strategy that aligns with your commercial goals.