Intellectual Property Archives - Franklins Solicitors https://www.franklins-sols.co.uk/faq_category/intellectual-property/ Thu, 08 Jan 2026 15:58:35 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 Can you help with intellectual property during business sales or acquisitions? https://www.franklins-sols.co.uk/insights/faqs/can-you-help-with-intellectual-property-during-business-sales-or-acquisitions/ Thu, 08 Jan 2026 15:58:35 +0000 https://franklins.global-exposure.co.uk/?post_type=avada_faq&p=8790 Absolutely. IP is a key business asset in transactions. We help value, protect and transfer IP rights as part of mergers, acquisitions, or disposals.

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]]> What is the difference between copyright, trademark and patent? https://www.franklins-sols.co.uk/insights/faqs/what-is-the-difference-between-copyright-trademark-and-patent/ Thu, 08 Jan 2026 15:58:17 +0000 https://franklins.global-exposure.co.uk/?post_type=avada_faq&p=8788 Copyright protects original creative works such as writing, music, or software. Trademarks protect brands, logos and slogans. Patents protect inventions and technical solutions. We can advise on which protections are right for your business.

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  • Copyright protects original creative works such as writing, music, or software.
  • Trademarks protect brands, logos and slogans.
  • Patents protect inventions and technical solutions.
    We can advise on which protections are right for your business.

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    ]]>         Do you provide IP advice for startups and small businesses? https://www.franklins-sols.co.uk/insights/faqs/do-you-provide-ip-advice-for-startups-and-small-businesses/ Thu, 08 Jan 2026 15:57:53 +0000 https://franklins.global-exposure.co.uk/?post_type=avada_faq&p=8786 Yes. We help businesses of all sizes identify, protect and maximise the value of their IP, offering practical, commercially focused advice tailored to your stage of growth.

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    ]]>     Yes. We help businesses of all sizes identify, protect and maximise the value of their IP, offering practical, commercially focused advice tailored to your stage of growth.

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    ]]>         How long does IP protection last? https://www.franklins-sols.co.uk/insights/faqs/how-long-does-ip-protection-last/ Thu, 08 Jan 2026 15:57:38 +0000 https://franklins.global-exposure.co.uk/?post_type=avada_faq&p=8784 The duration depends on the type: patents usually last up to 20 years, trademarks can be renewed indefinitely and copyrights last for the creator’s lifetime plus a set period. We provide guidance to ensure your protections are maintained.

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    ]]>     The duration depends on the type: patents usually last up to 20 years, trademarks can be renewed indefinitely and copyrights last for the creator’s lifetime plus a set period. We provide guidance to ensure your protections are maintained.

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    ]]>         How much does it cost to protect my intellectual property? https://www.franklins-sols.co.uk/insights/faqs/how-much-does-it-cost-to-protect-my-intellectual-property/ Thu, 08 Jan 2026 15:57:22 +0000 https://franklins.global-exposure.co.uk/?post_type=avada_faq&p=8782 Costs vary depending on the type of IP, complexity and whether you are registering or enforcing rights. We provide clear, upfront advice and a tailored strategy to match your budget.

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    ]]>     Costs vary depending on the type of IP, complexity and whether you are registering or enforcing rights. We provide clear, upfront advice and a tailored strategy to match your budget.

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    ]]>         How do I know if I need to register a trademark or patent? https://www.franklins-sols.co.uk/insights/faqs/how-do-i-know-if-i-need-to-register-a-trademark-or-patent/ Thu, 08 Jan 2026 15:57:06 +0000 https://franklins.global-exposure.co.uk/?post_type=avada_faq&p=8780 If you want exclusive rights to your brand, invention, or design, registration is essential. We help assess which IP protections suit your business and guide you through the application process.

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    ]]>     If you want exclusive rights to your brand, invention, or design, registration is essential. We help assess which IP protections suit your business and guide you through the application process.

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