Intellectual Property
Protecting Your Intellectual Property
Intellectual property represents the product of your mind or intellect. It can be an invention, trade mark, original design or the practical application of a good idea. In business terms, this means your proprietary knowledge - a key component of success in business today. It is often the competitive edge which sets successful companies apart and as markets become increasingly competitive, protecting your intellectual property is essential and is a worthwhile business investment.
Confidential information (sometimes referred to as trade secrets), patents, designs, trade marks, copyright, circuit layout rights and plant breeder’s rights are all legally classified as Intellectual Property rights.
Your Intellectual Property is one of your most valuable assets and it is important to clearly identify it and take steps to protect it.
McKays is experienced in protecting and advising on Intellectual Property.
We regularly assist our clients with:
- Registering trade marks and advising clients on them;
- Preparing non-disclosure and confidentiality agreements;
- Advising on copyright, including copyright infringement;
- Advising on patents (including the sale and purchase of patents);
- Advising on IP protection and structuring; and
- IP disputes.
Our Intellectual Property Team
She is Mackay’s only Queensland Law Society Business Law Accredited Specialist and one of only 23 in Queensland. When Suzanne completed the course in 2014, she achieved the highest marks in the State and was honoured with a special award by the Chief Justice.
Naomi is passionate about Mackay and giving back to the community. Naomi currently sits on the board of the Resources Centre of Excellence, an organisation which provides world-class facilities for all things relating to resource development, with an underground mine simulated training and testing facility, emerging technology capabilities, quality training and conference facilities.