We understand that registering a design can be both straightforward and complex. While some jurisdictions allow protection through a simple product photo, this approach may not offer the most robust defense of your investment. Our design attorneys work closely with clients to identify the unique and distinctive features of each product and determine the best strategy for protecting them. Our services cover all aspects of design protection and are available to clients seeking national, European, or international registration. Thanks to a strong global network of associates, we assist clients worldwide. We handle the drafting and filing of design applications with the Italian Patent and Trademark Office (IPTO), the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO), and the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO). We provide priority searches to ensure safe use and registration, as well as ongoing support during the examination process, including deferments, appeals, invalidity actions, and payment of maintenance fees. Our firm uses a reliable digital system to monitor deadlines, ensuring no critical dates are missed. THINX also advises on design infringement and validity issues and handles recordals of any rights change, such as changes of ownership, mergers, or name/address updates. Finally, we support the development of long-term corporate design strategies, helping clients build and manage a design portfolio that adds real value to their business over time and across global markets.