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IP Audits
Our specialist attorneys can comprehensively audit your intellectual property (IP) and develop a strategy to protect and maximise your innovations and ideas.
IP audits that build commercial success
An IP audit is an in-depth review and assessment of your business’ intangible assets, conducted by a qualified IP professional. The audit can cover patents, trade marks, designs and trade secrets.
The end result is a bespoke report giving a thorough understanding of your existing and potential assets. This forms the basis for an ongoing strategy for building on and adding to your IP portfolio – an essential foundation for driving future growth and commercial value.
“An intellectual property audit helps you to identify the intellectual assets you already have, and to put in place an intellectual property strategy for the future.”
— Dr Russell Thom, Managing Director, Patents
Our attorneys conduct IP audits across a range of sectors and specialist domains, covering technology, retail, chemistry and many more. We can help to identify protectable innovations and ideas that will add value to your business.
A leading pan-European law firm for IP audits
With over 120 attorneys and 400 employees working from 22 offices across Europe, the UK, Asia and the Americas, we’re a truly global IP law firm.
We were founded over 50 years ago and are proud to be consistently acknowledged in IAM Patent 1000, WTR 1000, Legal 500, IP STARS and other industry directories for excellence in IP service delivery.
Our globally-recognised, award-winning team brings the deep, sector-specific expertise that you need to comprehensively audit your IP and develop a robust, business-focused IP strategy.
What is involved in an IP audit?
We start by understanding your business objectives and agreeing on a clear scope. Then, through interviews, meetings and tailored questionnaires, we’ll identify and assess your registered and unregistered IP.
We’ll review ownership, protection coverage and evaluate how well your IP supports your commercial objectives and strategy. What is contributing to your ambitions? Where could you make improvements? What risks are there?
The outcome is a practical, actionable report with clear strategic recommendations to help you safeguard and maximise the value of your assets.
I am very happy with all the contents of the IP Audit. I only need to mention that I noticed a remarkable willingness to help, and an outstanding professionalism.
Scottish Enterpreneur
Murgitroyd is an exceptional firm with many excellent practitioners across technology areas.
Managing IP Research Insights
Murgitroyd leverages its extensive international presence and deep local insights to provide solid support to an impressive client base.
WTR 1000
Murgitroyd boasts a solid global reputation for delivering successful IP solutions. Its impressive client roster spans from universities and dynamic SMEs to industry-leading multinational corporations.
IAM 1000 2025 Research Insights
Standing as a champion of innovation, Murgitroyd is going from strength to strength as it approaches nearly half a century dedicated to transforming the domestic and international IP landscape.
IAM 1000 2025 Research Insights
With a strong presence across the Americas, Asia and Europe, Murgitroyd is ideally positioned to provide wraparound patent support to global companies.
IAM 1000 2025 Research Insights
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