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WIPO stands for The World Intellectual Property Organisation and is a specialised agency of the United Nations.
This organisation was first founded in 1967 and is charged with managing intellectual property policy, services, information and cooperation globally. As of 2023, there are 193 participating member states (countries).
Supporting not only the protection of intellectual property (IP) globally, they also offer a range of free services related to IP. This includes easily accessible online courses covering all aspects of IP in over 10 languages.
WIPO, by definition, aims to protect intellectual property around the world by working closely with member states, other relevant organisations and unions.
They also work to ensure the cooperation of all member states with one another in line with the treaties established by WIPO.
Additionally, WIPO makes it easier to do research and avoid infringing on another's IP by offering free access to regularly updated global IP databases. Registered trademarks, patents, brand names and more can all be searched via these databases.
WIPO governs IP globally, keeps up-to-date IP records and ensures member countries adhere to all international IP treaties.
WIPO administers several important international systems that are used for filing IP rights internationally including the PCT International Patent System, the Madrid International Trademark System and the Hague International Design System.
This allows them to offer the best possible protection for your IP outside of your home country and assist in enforcing your rights when necessary through the WIPO Arbitration and Mediation Center.
Acting as a single point of contact, alternative dispute resolution (ADR) handles disputes of certain IP rights which can also more effectively be dealt with through the WIPO Arbitration and Mediation Center. Dispute resolution via WIPO is typically faster, easier and much cheaper than pursuing an infringer through formal litigation.
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I would like to express my thanks to Barry and his team at IP Guardian in Sydney for their assistance with our recent Trademark application. Barry was highly professional, readily available throughout the process and clearly communicated expectations. Barry even helped us refine our application so that we had a greater chance of success which was very much appreciated to avoid extra costs. I would highly recommend Ip Guardian for all your Trademark and Intellectual Property needs.
Barry, last week, you and your professional team, made my year (or probably my next 21 years). So thank you so much for your executive, calm yet very effective actions under extream pressure. Elias Hajjar, Director, TROLLEYON PTY LTD
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From the day I contacted Barry Meskin until now with my silly amateur questions, he has been nothing short of amazing. I actually NEVER leave reviews anywhere, but I felt the need to do so for Barry and his team. I myself am a tradie, so I felt intimidated speaking to an attorney. But the second I spoke to him on the phone, he made me feel right at home. Never pressured me into any decisions, yet when I decided to go ahead with him, he delivered what I needed much quicker than what I was expecting. I cannot speak highly enough of him and recommend his services 100%.
The team at IP Guardian have made the process extremely straight forward and easy for us to understand exactly what was required. I will highly recommend to our clients who need help with IP.
I have dealt with Barry over the years, his advice and experience has helped me greatly. Looking for to working with him and his team again. Maher.
IP Guardian helps protect words, symbols, letters, numbers, names, signatures, phrases, sounds, shapes and smells. Yes, I said smells.
We've had the pleasure to work closely with Barry for many years. He has been exceptional to deal with and has a keen focus in providing a commercial led IP "go to market" strategy for start-ups and well known brands. Makes it easy and always advises on different ways to navigate through the IP process.
Barry Meskin @ IP Guardian is an experienced and extremely knowledgeable expert in the domain of intellectual property, patents and trademarks. In addition he has been extremely responsive and very professional in all our dealings. I wholeheartedly recommend Barry's services to any business or anyone seeking advice in this area - great quality and great value.