Guidance: Seeking intellectual property advice

Summary: Guidance on Seeking Intellectual Property Advice

The Intellectual Property Office (IPO) provides guidance on seeking intellectual property (IP) advice, emphasizing the importance of choosing the right advisor to protect one's IP. Before selecting an advisor, it is recommended to gain a basic understanding of IP rights using the free IP Health Check tool. The IPO also highlights the benefits of working with regulated professionals, such as patent attorneys, registered trade mark attorneys, solicitors, and IP barristers, who have the necessary qualifications, insurance, and training to provide expert advice. The summary also warns against using unregulated representatives and invention promotion companies, which may offer misleading services.