Intellectual Property Law

Protecting Innovation. Empowering Brands.

At MBK and Associates, we offer specialised legal services in Intellectual Property (IP) Law, designed to help individuals, startups, and established businesses protect, manage, and monetise their intellectual assets. In today’s competitive and fast-evolving marketplace, safeguarding your brand, creations, and inventions is more important than ever — and we’re here to make sure your ideas stay yours.

Our team combines deep legal expertise with commercial insight to deliver smart, proactive solutions across the full IP lifecycle — from registration to enforcement, licensing to litigation.

Our Services Include

Trademark Registration & Protection

We assist clients in establishing and protecting their brand identities through comprehensive trademark services.

• Trademark searches and availability assessments
• Filing and prosecution of trademark applications (national and international)
• Oppositions, cancellations, and removals before trademark registries
• Brand portfolio management and renewals
• Monitoring services to detect and respond to potential infringements

Copyright Advisory & Enforcement

Whether you're a content creator, software developer, artist, or business, we help protect your original works from unauthorised use.

• Advising on copyright ownership, licensing, and infringement risks
• Registration of literary, artistic, musical, dramatic, and software works
• Drafting and negotiating copyright assignment and licensing agreements
• Enforcing rights through takedown notices and court action

Patent Strategy & Filing

Innovative ideas deserve strong protection. We work with inventors and businesses to develop robust patent strategies.

• Patentability assessments and prior art searches
• Drafting and filing patent applications with IPO Pakistan and international offices (PCT, etc.)
• Managing office actions and prosecution processes
• Advisory on patent protection, infringement analysis, and enforcement
• Coordination with patent attorneys and agents in foreign jurisdictions

IP Litigation & Dispute Resolution

Our firm is well-versed in resolving IP disputes efficiently and effectively — through litigation, negotiation, or alternative dispute resolution.

• Representing clients in trademark, copyright, and patent infringement cases
• Filing and defending passing off, dilution, and unfair competition claims
• Handling domain name disputes (including UDRP proceedings)
• Injunction applications and enforcement of IP rights in courts

Licensing, Commercialisation & IP Transactions

We help clients structure agreements that unlock the commercial potential of their IP while safeguarding ownership and control.

• Drafting and negotiating IP licensing agreements (exclusive, non-exclusive, technology transfers)
• Franchise agreements and brand co-existence arrangements
• IP due diligence for mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures
• Assignment agreements, royalty structures, and revenue-sharing models

Trade Secrets & Confidential Information

We assist businesses in protecting sensitive know-how, processes, and proprietary information from misuse or theft.

• Drafting Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) and confidentiality clauses
• Advisory on trade secret protection under Pakistani and international laws
• Responding to misappropriation or breach of confidence

IP Portfolio Management & Strategy

We work closely with clients to build and manage robust IP portfolios that align with their business goals.

• Audit and valuation of existing IP assets
• IP strategy development and competitive landscape analysis
• Renewal tracking and maintenance of rights
• International registration via Madrid Protocol, PCT, and bilateral treaties

Why MBK and Associates for IP Law?

• Expertise Across Sectors: From tech startups and fashion designers to pharmaceutical firms and media houses, we represent innovators from all industries.
• Global Capability: We manage IP portfolios and disputes across jurisdictions through a trusted network of international partners.
• Tailored Strategies: No two creations are the same — our solutions are always aligned with your industry, goals, and stage of growth.
• Proactive Enforcement: We don't just register your rights — we help you assert them when it matters most.
• Commercial Focus: Our goal is not only to protect your IP, but to help you monetise and grow it as a business asset.

Let’s Secure What Sets You Apart

Your ideas, inventions, and brand define your identity in the marketplace. Let MBK Associates be your legal partner in building, protecting, and scaling your intellectual property.

Contact us today to schedule a consultation and start protecting your future.