In today’s knowledge-driven economy, intellectual property (IP) stands as one of the most valuable assets for businesses and creative professionals alike. At SHEKINAH, we offer innovative, client-centered IP legal services dedicated to safeguarding your innovations, maintaining your competitive edge, and driving commercial success.
Our IP Practice is founded on a comprehensive understanding of the legal frameworks and commercial dynamics that influence intellectual property rights in Nigeria and worldwide. Whether you are an inventor, entrepreneur, brand owner, content creator, or tech startup, SHEKINAH provides proactive, strategic advice to help you protect, enforce, and maximize the value of your intellectual property assets.
We take pride in representing clients across multiple industries, including entertainment, fashion, technology, pharmaceuticals, FMCGs, and manufacturing, offering personalized and practical legal solutions that align with your creative and business goals.
Our Service Offerings
- Trademark Registration & Protection
- Conducting name clearance and availability searches
- Filing and prosecution of national and international trademark applications
- Opposition, rectification, and cancellation proceedings
- Trademark portfolio management and brand enforcement strategies
2. Copyright Advisory & Registration
- Advisory on copyright ownership, licensing, and transfer
- Registration of literary, musical, artistic, and audiovisual works
- Enforcement against infringement and unauthorized use
- Representation in copyright disputes and settlements
3. Patent & Industrial Design
- Patentability assessments and advisory
- Patent drafting, filing, and prosecution
- Industrial design registration and enforcement
- Freedom to operate (FTO) and validity opinions
4. IP Litigation & Enforcement
- IP rights enforcement through civil and criminal litigation
- Cease and desist letters, take-down notices, and border control actions
- Representation in infringement, passing-off, and misappropriation claims
- Negotiation and settlement of IP disputes
5, Licensing, Franchising & Commercialization
- Drafting and reviewing IP licensing, assignment, and franchising agreements
- Strategic advisory on commercialization and monetization of IP assets
- Due diligence and IP audits in mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures
- IP valuation and risk assessment for investment and financing
6. Brand Protection & Anti-Counterfeiting
- Market surveillance and investigation
- Enforcement coordination with regulatory agencies (e.g., NAFDAC, NOTAP, Customs)
- Product authentication strategies and trade secret protection
- Public awareness campaigns and brand reputation management
7. Digital & Tech IP Advisory
- Software licensing and source code protection
- Advisory on domain names, digital rights, and internet-related IP disputes
- Data rights and copyright in digital media and AI-generated content
- IP protection in NFTs, blockchain, and emerging technologies