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Patent Offices extending deadlines due to coronavirus

In response to the current coronavirus situation, Patent Offices worldwide are allowing deadlines to be extended. At Laine IP, our policy is to handle any deadlines without using coronavirus extensions. Therefore, we intend to only rely on such extensions when requested to do so.

News | 9.4.2020

Laine IP operating remotely during the COVID-19 emergency

To help prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus, we will not be conducting face-to-face meetings during the emergency period. A large part of our staff is working remotely in order to ensure the safety of our customers and staff as well as the continuity of our operations in all circumstances. We wish everyone good health during this unusual situation.

News | 19.3.2020

Woodio’s unique bathrooms

Woodio is definitely one of the number one names in Finnish design and innovation at the moment. Their wood-based bathroom furniture transforms the look of the traditional white porcelain bathrooms into interesting interior design spaces.

News | 4.3.2020

Brexit – it’s a deal!

The UK left the European Union on 1st February. What does that actually mean? Are any actions needed to secure your IP rights?

News | 13.2.2020

Laine IP Oy included in Worldwide Listing of Top Patent Firms for Securing U.S. Patents!

Laine IP Oy (formerly Seppo Laine Oy) secured eighty (80) U.S. Utility Patents for its clients in 2019, which ranked #1 in Finland and #1 in the Nordic region. Laine IP Oy’s U.S. Team, with all members of the group in its Helsinki office, can ensure smooth, efficient, and effective U.S. prosecution.

News | 27.1.2020

We are now officially Laine IP Oy

Our official company name is Laine IP Ltd as of 24.1.2020. Our addresses, phone numbers and other contact information work as is.

News | 27.1.2020

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year 2020!

News | 20.12.2019

Navigate – Nordic maritime expo in Turku on 22-23 January 2020

NaviGate is Finland’s biggest maritime event where the marine industry, shipping companies and maritime logistics meet. Also Laine IP is participating in the expo.

News | 12.12.2019

Finland’s Independence Day 6 December

Our offices are closed on Friday December 6, 2019. We wish you all Happy Holidays.

News | 5.12.2019

“Reasonable expectation of success” is not to be confused with the “hope to succeed”

New subsection has been added to the EPO Guidelines on obviousness in the field of biotechnology. The new Guidelines apply as from 1 November 2019.

News | 14.11.2019