The IP Lifecycle

Scope of Assignment
Define the rights and scope covered by the transaction.

Parties & Authority
Confirm assignor, assignee and signing authority.

Corporate Changes
Assess the sufficiency of disclosure, terminology, ownership and intended scope of protection.

Recordals
Track ownership, security interests and other registry updates.

Document Management
Connect agreements, powers of attorney and supporting records.

Licence Scope
Define the rights and permitted forms of use.

Term & Territory
Set the duration and markets covered.

Exclusivity & Commercial Terms
Structure exclusivity, fees, royalties and other economic terms.

Franchising & Know-How
Manage trademarks, know-how, confidentiality and operating standards together.

Usage Standards
Define quality, brand and other authorised-use requirements.
From Filing to Decision
Oppositions, submissions, evidence and challenges to office decisions may follow different procedures and deadlines. Marqby keeps each proceeding and its critical dates within one structured workflow.

Manage challenges relating to applications or office decisions.
Structure arguments, responses and supporting submissions.


Keep relevant evidence connected to the matter.
Track opposition, response and other procedural dates.


Initial Assessment
Review the right and basis of the potential infringement.

Evidence & Case File
Organise relevant use records and supporting evidence.

Resolution Routes
Assess correspondence, negotiation, mediation, arbitration or litigation.

Matter Tracking
Follow decisions, communications and next actions.

Local Requirements
Track documentation and procedural requirements by jurisdiction.

Local Representation
Coordinate local counsel and representatives where required.

Document Chain
Manage signatures, translations, certifications and other formalities.

Critical Dates & Responsibilities
Manage trademarks, know-how, confidentiality and operating standards together.

Central Status Tracking
See the progress of every jurisdiction within the same transaction.

