Intellectual property, including brand names, logos, software, creative works, and inventions, constitutes valuable business assets. In Kenya, legal protection is necessary to prevent unauthorised use or claims by others. Anyega Osiemo & Co. Advocates assists clients in securing, licensing, and enforcing intellectual property rights.
Our IP services include
- Trademark registration – Searches, filing, and prosecution of trademark applications at the Kenya Industrial Property Institute (KIPI), including opposition and rectification proceedings.
- Copyright protection – Registration and enforcement of copyright in literary, artistic, musical, and software works under the Copyright Act and the Kenya Copyright Board (KECOBO).
- Patents and utility models – Patent searches, drafting, and filing through KIPI, including PCT international applications for innovators seeking protection beyond Kenya.
- Industrial designs – Protecting the visual design of products.
- IP licensing and assignment – Drafting franchise agreements, software licenses, publishing agreements, and merchandising deals that monetize your IP safely.
- IP enforcement and anti-counterfeiting – Cease-and-desist action, customs recordals, civil suits for infringement, and domain-name and social-media takedowns.
- IP in commercial transactions – IP due diligence in mergers, acquisitions, and investment rounds; investors will not fund what you cannot prove you own.
Your idea is an asset. Protect it before someone else profits from it. WhatsApp our IP team or book a consultation.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does trademark registration take in Kenya?
Typically 6–12 months if no objections or oppositions arise, though registration is backdated to the application date.
Do I need to register copyright in Kenya?
Copyright arises automatically on creation, but registration with KECOBO provides valuable evidence of ownership and date of creation in enforcement matters.
Can I protect my trademark outside Kenya?
Yes, through the Madrid Protocol for trademarks and the PCT for patents. We advise on the most cost-effective international strategy.