Nordic Patent Service A/S

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Nordic Patent Service A/S

As experienced patent specialists, we deliver quality and cost-effective services. We specialise in drafting and validation of patents, and prosecution.

We have a wealth of experience in drafting great patent applications and excel in patent prosecution, but we have much more to offer our clients, like strong support in patent litigation, and when it comes to handling patent opposition and appeal cases our patent attorneys have skills rivaled by few.

24/03/2021

Amicus curiae brief prepared by Nordic Patent Service on behalf of MAGMA Gießereitechnologie GmbH mentioned in G1/19 as key input – Decision of the Enlarged Board of Appeal

The EPO Enlarged Board of Appeal recently has issued its decision on the referral G1/19 concerning computer-implemented simulations and their patentability. In the proceedings, the Enlarged Board invited third parties to file written statements, and 23 so-called ‘amicus curiae’ briefs were received, including our submission which was one of the few that was selected and referred to as a key input in the discussion of the referred questions.

The decision confirms that the current Comvik approach towards software-related patents also applies to software-implemented simulations. The decision has further confirmed that the key question in patentability is whether the invention makes a technical contribution, regardless of the nature of the system or the process being simulated.

Should you be interested in hearing more of this decision and its potential impact on your business or have questions related to the patentability of computer-implemented simulations or related fields, do not hesitate to reach out to us!

The Enlarged Board of Appeal of the European Patent Office issued decision G 1/19 (Simulations) today in which it held that the established case law on computer-implemented inventions (COMVIK approach) applies to computer-implemented simulations.

11/12/2020

The European Commission (EC) published a new “Intellectual Property Action Plan” to help companies, especially small and medium-sized companies (SMEs), to make the most of their inventions.

The Action Plan, among others includes a new financial assistance package with € 20 million provided by the EUIPO funds for the first year for coronavirus-affected SMEs.

The SME funding will be available in the EU’s public funding programme and will be rolled out at a national level in cooperation with the local IP offices.

SMEs can also get financial aid to finance ‘IP scans’ – e.g. comprehensive, initial, strategic and professional advice on the added value of IP for individual SME businesses.
With ‘IP Vouchers’, SME’s can receive co-funding of up to € 1500 for up to 75% of ‘IP scans’ costs and/or registration of trademarks and design rights in the EU (up to 50% of the application fees may be covered).

The SMEs IP Voucher will be open for applications from mid-January 2021 through a dedicated website on a first-come-first-served basis and requires e.g. self-declaration to be an EU established SME.

SMEs that will take the ‘IP Scan’ funding may also receive additional EU funding for applying for patent protection.
Get in touch if you would like to hear more about these soon-available options!

Highlights, press releases and speeches

28/07/2020

Can a computer simulation solve a ‘technical problem’ and be eligible for patent protection even if it is not linked to any ‘real world implementations’?

This was the main question discussed at the European Patent Office (EPO) by the Enlarged Board of Appeal in Oral Proceedings that were – due to the Covid-19 restrictions – also live-streamed and closely followed online by more than 1500 patent professionals in Europe and around the world, including Nordic Patent Service. Many of these attendees represent clients in highly valued technical fields, whose daily business depends on reliable IP protection of their simulation methods and software solutions in Europe and the interested parties also had the chance to submit their opinion and arguments by so-called “Amicus Curiae briefs” before the Oral Proceedings took place. The decision of the Enlarged Board of Appeal will largely determine the possibilities for obtaining patent protection in Europe not only for computer simulations but also for other types of computer implemented inventions, such as cryptology, artificial intelligence, and big data in medical science.

Please contact us if you have any questions or need assistance in obtaining patent protection for your software!

Simulation is by the courtesy of MAGMA Foundry Technologies, Inc.

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24/03/2020

EPO time limits extended until 17 April due to Covid-19 outbreak

Due to the Covid-19 outbreak, the EPO has decided to extend time limits originally ending between March 15 and April 17 to April 17. Further, the EPO also decided to postpone all oral proceedings in examination and opposition proceedings until 17 April as well and wherever possible the proceedings will be conducted via videoconferencing. The Boards of Appeal will not hold any oral proceedings in person until 17 April. This also applies also for e.g. priority deadlines under the EPC. The situation in other jurisdictions is not the same as for the EPO and we recommend contacting one of our experts if you are in doubt about due dates.

12/03/2020

We are fully operational, despite COVID-19

We would like to inform all our clients and associates that we are fully operational and our capacity to provide our services is not negatively affected by the developments in Denmark related to the COVID-19 virus. We follow the guidelines issued by the Danish Government and allow our staff to work from home as much as possible.

Please do not hesitate to reach out should you need assistance or have any questions.

14/10/2019

Join us on Oct 30 for the Benelux Business Club Scandinavia event: Moodagent introduces a new generation music streaming service

Music Lovers, here is the news you have been waiting for: Music Streaming Redefined!

04/04/2019

The EPO recently published its annual report, placing Denmark on top of patent growth charts!

The EPO recently published its annual report, which also includes interesting data and statistics on patenting activity in Europe. Europe…

15/02/2019

Nordic Patent Service successfully defended our client, Repiper AB's proprietary patent at the Ex Parte Reexamination proceedings at the USPTO!

We are pleased to announce that Nordic Patent Service successfully defended our client’s US patent in Ex Parte Reexamination proceedings.…

18/01/2019

One of our partners, Torben Ravn Rasmussen is also among the delegate visiting China with the Patent- og Varemærkestyrelsen to further engage with the Chinese IP system, colleagues and companies!

January 16, 2019: Sune Stampe Sørensen posted images on LinkedIn

23/10/2018

A recently published study in the U.S. investigated the relationship between personal and corporate income tax and their effect on innovation and patent activity; read more below on this exciting topic!

Number of patents increase with lower personal income tax and lower company tax according to U.S. study 23/10/2018 Szonja Fehertavi The relationship and effect of corporate and personal taxes on innovation has long been studied. A comprehensive study was recently published investigating this effect....

01/10/2018

We hope to see many of you at this exciting event at Genmab on 11 October 2018!

Event with Genmab’s Co-founder and CEO Jan van de Winkel 01/10/2018 Szonja Fehertavi We are proud to announce that Nordic Patent Service sponsors the Benelux Business Club and has been instrumental in arranging the event at Genmab on 11 October 2018. Genmab is set out to transform cancer treatment...

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