Practice Area
Geographical Indications
We provide strategic advisory and protection services for Geographical Indications (GIs), Appellations of Origin, and products linked to geographical reputation, heritage, and traditional know-how.
Strategy & Advisory
- — Geographical Indication protection strategy
- — Advisory for producer associations, cooperatives, and right holders
- — Assessment of eligibility, product linkage, and protection requirements
- — National and international GI protection strategy
Specifications & Registration
- — Drafting of product specifications and related documentation
- — Preparation and management of GI applications before Sakpatenti
- — Advisory on EU and international GI protection systems
- — Support in amendments and management of registered specifications
Portfolio Management & Commercialization
- — GI portfolio management and protection strategy
- — Licensing, control, and use policies
- — Advisory on branding, commercialization, and market positioning
- — Support for international expansion and recognition of GIs abroad
Monitoring, Enforcement & Disputes
- — Monitoring unauthorized use and misuse of GIs
- — Enforcement and protection against imitation and unfair competition
- — Representation before administrative authorities and courts
- — Advisory on online protection and domain name issues related to GIs
We support producers, associations, institutions, and right holders in protecting the authenticity, reputation, and economic value of geographically linked products in national and international markets.