Cancellation of utility models

Unlike patents, utility models do not undergo a substantive examination. It therefore happens that registered utility models protect an invention which forms part of the prior art when the application is filed. Such utility models can therefore be considered as fictitious IP rights. Nevertheless, a registered utility model is a kind of obstacle because it may entitle the proprietor to achieve that a cease-and-desist letter is signed or to receive a compensation payment. In addition, utility models are often used as an offense when it comes to initiating targeted infringement proceedings. In both cases it can be wise to seek the cancellation of the respective utility model.

No matter what type of constellation, we will keep track of everything. We will provide you with assessments of the validity of a utility model, show you the chances of achieving its restriction or cancellation and, if need be, initiate utility model cancellation proceedings.