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Intellectual property protection does not stop at the border. HRFM assists U.S. clients in protecting their IP abroad and helps international clients secure protection in the U.S. We work with you to understand your unique needs and develop a global strategy tailored to your goals.

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How HRFM Handles International Patent Prosecution

HRFM's practitioners handle Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) filings and prosecution. We also direct the procurement of patents in individual foreign countries through established relationships with international law firms.

We regularly manage U.S. clients' patent prosecution in Europe, Japan, Canada, China, Israel and Australia, alongside many other jurisdictions worldwide.

How International Trademark Registration Works: The Madrid System and Beyond

HRFM handles international trademark and service mark protection through multiple channels, including the following:

• The Madrid System for the international registration of marks
• Regional trademark systems, including the European Community Trademark (EUTM) system
• Direct filings through our network of associates in individual countries

This multichannel approach ensures your trademarks have protection, regardless of where your organization operates.

How HRFM Serves International Clients in the U.S.

For our international clients, HRFM secures IP protection in the U.S. across all categories, including patents, trademarks and copyrights. We also provide the following:

• IP due diligence for foreign venture capital firms and corporations
• Complex IP litigation in U.S. courts
• Access to our network of foreign associates for handling litigation overseas

Whether you are entering the U.S. market or expanding globally, our attorneys and partners provide the strategic guidance and local knowledge to protect your IP at every step.

How HRFM Can Help

HRFM's attorneys and international associates extend our reach to jurisdictions across the world, so your IP rights have backing wherever you do business.

Headquartered in Albany, New York, with an office in Rochester, HRFM serves diverse global industries in all aspects of international IP protection.

Contact us or search for an international IP attorney to get started.