Protect your idea, brand or product with registered IP attorneys
We are specialists in trade marks, patents and design registrations.
We are specialists in trade marks, patents and design registrations.
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About Us
IP Guardian is an IP law firm built for ambitious businesses and the people leading them. We work across Australia, New Zealand and beyond with technology companies, life sciences organisations, consumer brands and innovators at every stage of growth.
What sets us apart is simple. We get to know you before we get to work. We are commercially minded, transparent about costs and genuinely invested in where your business is going, not just where it is today.
Speak with an IP attorney
Have questions about patents, trade marks or design protection? Book a free, confidential discovery call with one of our registered IP attorneys. We will help you understand your options and the best way to protect your idea or brand. All enquiries are confidential.
What you can expect
- Free 20 minute discovery call
- Advice from a registered IP attorney
- Clear guidance on patents, trade marks or designs
- No obligations and no pressure
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Submit a form enquiry below and our friendly attorneys will be in touch as soon as possible.
Choose the type of IP protection you need
We cover the full spectrum of IP, from prosecution and portfolio strategy to licensing, transactions and enforcement. Whatever stage your business is at, we make sure our advice is built around your commercial goals and the ambitions driving them.
Not sure which protection you need?
Trusted, registered Australian patent & trade mark attorneys
Why choose IP Guardian
IP Guardian is a team of registered Australian intellectual property attorneys specialising in patents, trade marks and design registrations. We work with businesses, inventors, and product creators to provide clear, practical IP advice that supports real commercial outcomes.
Our focus is on securing intellectual property rights that are legally sound, commercially valuable, and capable of standing up to challenge over time.
Registered attorneys
All work is handled by registered Australian Patent and Trade Mark Attorneys, not junior staff or automated services.
Enforceable protection
We structure IP rights with enforcement in mind, so they remain effective if challenged or relied on commercially.
Strong technical understanding
Our attorneys bring experience across engineering, science, branding and product development, allowing us to understand both the invention and the market it operates in.
Transparent fixed fee pricing
We provide clear pricing upfront, giving you certainty and confidence with no unexpected costs.
Our registered IP attorneys
Our registered Australian Patent and Trade Mark Attorneys bring technical and legal expertise together with commercial insight to secure intellectual property that stands up in practice.
Barry Meskin
Ali Al-anbuky
Matthew Howe
Mike Biagio
Simon Murphy
Sandra Murphy
Tom Hamilton-Gilligan
Dr Seán Klinkradt
Robin Richardson
Success stories from our clients
We’re proud to work alongside clients who trust us not just with their IP, but with their vision. Here are a few examples of how our IP attorneys have helped brands, inventors, and entrepreneurs secure and enforce their intellectual property rights.
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FAQs
What is the difference between a patent, trade mark and design?
Patents protect how an invention works, including new products, processes, or technologies. Trade marks protect brand identifiers such as names, logos, slogans, and sometimes sounds or colours. Design rights protect the visual appearance of a product, including its shape, configuration, pattern, or ornamentation. Each form of protection serves a different purpose, and the right choice depends on what you are creating and how it will be used commercially. In some cases you may be able to apply for a patent, a trade mark and a design.
Do I need to register my IP to be protected?
In most cases, yes. While limited rights may exist without registration, such as common law trade mark rights, these are harder to enforce and offer less certainty. Registering your intellectual property provides clearer ownership, stronger legal protection, and makes it easier to take action if someone infringes your rights.
How much does IP protection cost?
The cost of protecting intellectual property depends on the type of IP, the complexity of the matter, and whether protection is required in Australia only or overseas. At IP Guardian, we offer transparent, fixed fee pricing wherever possible so you understand the costs upfront and can make informed decisions.
Can you help with international IP protection?
Yes. We regularly assist clients with protecting patents, trade marks, and designs outside Australia. This includes advising on international filing strategies, coordinating overseas applications, and working with trusted international associates to ensure consistent and effective protection.
How long does IP protection last?
Trade marks are registered for 10 years initially and can last indefinitely, provided they are renewed and continue to be used. Patents generally last up to 20 years from filing, subject to renewal fees. Design registrations can last up to 10 years in Australia. We can advise on renewal strategies to help maintain protection for as long as it remains commercially valuable.
Speak with an IP Attorney
Have questions about patents, trade marks or design protection? Book a free, confidential discovery call with one of our registered IP attorneys. We will help you understand your options and the best way to protect your idea or brand.