Patricia is an Associate in our Corporate & Commercial and Intellectual Property teams.
She assists in filing and maintaining of trademarks, patents, industrial designs, utility models, plant varieties and copyright in Kenya, Somaliland and Somalia for our local and international clients. She is also experienced in the filing and prosecution procedures in both regional and international registration systems such as the Madrid system, ARIPO and OAPI.
She assists in conducting research on commercial aspects of IP such as IP licensing and transfers, franchising and general advisory on IP rights.
Within the Corporate and Commercial team, she is instrumental in the preparation of legal opinions on business set-up as well as the review of commercial contracts.
SAFEGUARDING YOUR BRAND’S VALIDITY AND ENFORCEMENT RIGHTS In Kenya’s business landscape, trade marks are invaluable assets symbolizing brand reputation, consumer trust, and market differentiation. Many businesses engage in licensing agreements to expand their reach, franchise operations, or collaborate with third-party manufacturers. However, a common oversight with serious legal consequences is
On 27 May 2025, the Republic of Mauritius officially deposited its Instrument of Accession to the Harare Protocol on Patents, Utility Models, and Industrial Designs, becoming the 21st contracting state under African Regional Intellectual Property Organization (ARIPO) framework. The accession marked a significant moment in the advancement of regional IP
Q: How Do Intellectual Property and Commercial Law Interact in Kenya’s Business Landscape? In Kenya, IP and commercial law intersect when businesses commercialize their innovations, draft contracts involving IP, raise investment, or expand locally and across borders. Together, they help safeguard business value and structure sound deals. At its core,
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