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Rahul Dev

Asia

International Speaker, Author, Blogger, Technology Savvy Patent Attorney & Corporate Lawyer with 15+ years of work experience in Asia Pacific, US & Europe

Strong technical background with specialisation in Cross-border Mergers & Acquisitions, Joint Ventures, Foreign Direct Investment, Tech Transactions, Patent Protection, Patent Licensing, Patent Claims Drafting, Patent Specification Writing, Patent Enforcement

Quoted in and contributed to 50+ national & international publications (Bloomberg, FirstPost, SwissInfo, Outlook Money, Yahoo News, Times of India, Economic Times, Business Standard, Quartz, Global Legal Post, International Bar Association, LawAsia, BioSpectrum Asia, Digital News Asia, e27, Leaders Speak, Entrepreneur India, VCCircle, AutoTech)

Regularly invited to speak at international & national platforms (conferences, TV channels, seminars, corporate trainings, government workshops) on technology, patents, business strategy, legal developments, leadership & management

Working with global patent attorneys, corporate lawyers & major international law firms for representing leading clients worldwide (corporations, universities, startups, investors) in diverse industry sectors (Aviation, Food & Beverage, FMCG, Pharma, Biotech, Healthcare, Finance, Artificial Intelligence, B2B & B2C Digital Tech, Telecommunications, Software, Mobile Apps, 3D Printing, Drones, FinTech, Fashion, Sports, Industrial Manufacturing, Chemicals, Semiconductors, Optics, Blockchain, Nutraceuticals, Clean Energy, Agriculture, Travel, Medical Devices, Gaming Platforms, Social Networking, Nanotechnology, Data Analytics, Chat bots, Internet of Things (IoT), Wearables, Driverless Cars, Virtual & Augmented Reality, Mobile Payments, High Tech)

Expertise – Patent Strategy, Intellectual Property Portfolio Creation & Management (Designs, Copyrights, Trademarks, Brands), Due Diligence, Corporate Structuring, International Business Strategy (Shareholding, IP ownership, Agreements & Contracts)

Rahul Dev is a patent attorney and technology corporate lawyer with expertise in incorporating and expanding businesses across Asia for serving clients in the US, Europe, UK and Asia Pacific.

Rahul is regularly invited to speak at various international conferences and to conduct workshops for private and public sector, including senior government officials, corporations, executives, students, entrepreneurs and startups.

His strong technical background combined with comprehensive business and legal skills form backbone of his global consulting services.

Technology Savvy Patent Attorney & Corporate Lawyer with 10+ years of experience in Asia Pacific, US & Europe

International Speaker, Author & Blogger with expertise in Law Firm Leadership & Practice Management

Strong technical background with specialisation in Patent Protection, Licensing & Enforcement, Cross-border Mergers & Acquisitions, Joint Ventures, Foreign Direct Investment & Tech Transactions in South East Asia covering consulting for global patent Attorneys:

Patent drafting & filing for B2C & B2B digital products

Protection of Mobile App’s Intellectual Property via Patents, Copyrights, Website Terms & Vendor Contracts

Wearable device’s patent portfolio protecting hardware, dashboard, app & data analytics software

Medical device patentability analysis, prior art search, provisional & complete patent drafting, patent claims & patent drawings, patent filing in India, PCT, USPTO & EPO, responding to USPTO, UKIPO, MyIPO (Malaysia) & SIPO (Singapore) office actions

Patent Landscape & Patentability Studies for innovations in Artificial Intelligence (AI & Chat bots), Internet of Things (IoT), Wearables, Driverless Cars, Virtual & Augmented Reality, 3D Printing, Drones, Mobile Payments (Digital Wallet) & FinTech

Assisting Clients with Complex Patent Issues: Patent Searches, Patent Drafting, Patent Filing, Patent Office Examinations, Patent Prosecution, Patent Due Diligence & Patent Litigation Strategy

Patent Strategy for International Patents, USPTO Filings, Drafting Office Action Response, Patent Reexaminations & Reissue Proceedings, Appeals to PTAB, Patent Office Trials, Inter Partes Review, Post-grant Review, Covered Business Method Patents, Interferences, Derivations & Appeals of PTAB Trial Decisions

European Patent Practice, Patent Oppositions, Appeals, EPO Third Party Observations, Central Limitation and Revocation, Supplementary Protection Certificates (SPC) & United Kingdom (UK) Patent Practice Advisory

Contact: http://clarity.fm/rdpatentlawyer

Specialties: Litigation, Patent Litigation, Patent Infringement, Corporate & IP Strategy, Startups: Incorporation, Funding, Brand Management, Contracts & Agreements, Legal Research, SWOT, Corporate Governance, Due-diligence, Mergers & Acquisitions, Antitrust & Competition Laws, Regulatory Affairs, Freedom-to-Operate, Patent Drafting, Claim Drafting, Patent Searches, Office Actions Response, USPTO Patent appeal briefs, Patent Invalidation Analysis, Patent Opposition, Product-Claim Mapping, Patent Enforcement

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30 Calls

43 Reviews

18 minutes
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Startup Consulting Business Strategy Intellectual Property Due diligence Patents Patent Strategy Patent Prosecution Patent Applications Legal Advice Corporate Governance

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Drafting Provisional Patent Application

Provisional Patent Application - Strategy and preparation of provisional patent application to secure a priority date. Assistance in filing provisional patent application in required jurisdiction by connecting with patent attorney authorised to practice in such jurisdiction. Provisional patent application allows usage of “Patent Pending”, which can be converted to non-provisional (complete) patent application along with PCT application under international phase. This strategy can protect innovative technology and products across multiple countries.

Patent Strategy for Small Business Owners, Tech Startups and Entrepreneurs

While launching a mobile application or tech product embodying Internet-of-Things (IoT), patent strategy can help in protecting the intellectual property rights associated with such business models. Software aspects combined with hardware features provided to users in a cloud based system architecture can be protected by way of patents, which are filed nationally and internationally using PCT route.

Product Clearance | Freedom to Operate Search (FTO Search)

I conduct freedom to operate search for product clearance to review the patents in a specific geography. This review of patents covers the active patents that can create obstacles during the launch of new products. Companies interested in new product launches opt for conducting FTO patent searches to avoid a scenario of potential patent infringement. The main difference between an FTO search and other patent searches is that the FTO analysis is aimed at a particular geography or jurisdiction. This is so because patent rights are territorial in nature and accordingly, companies opt for multiple freedom to operate searches depending on the various countries where new products are to be launched.

Utility Token Legal Opinion Letters

I prepare legal opinions on utility tokens for blockchain technology companies to be submitted at international cryptocurrency exchanges.

With expertise in blockchain technology, I prepare legal opinion to determine if tokens qualify as utility tokens. Legal opinion is an extensively drafted consultation on the activity or specific queries of a client. The document is needed to review and assess an undertaking from a legal standpoint.

The legal opinion report for blockchain utility tokens is prepared after considering various aspects, like, identifying the legal framework of a token, selecting a suitable jurisdiction, and resolving the hassles of taxation. Additionally, the opinion must gather some important documents including Token Sale Agreements, Terms of Conditions of the ICO, Privacy Policy, and Anti-Money Laundering Policy (AML). The AML policy lays down the activity of the undertaking and focuses on countering money laundering and terrorist financing.

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Rahul Dev answered

Should tech start ups with a sole owner/founder/inventor (patent pending) filing an LLC License or Assign patent rights into the newly formed LLC?

As a general practice, it is advisable to license the patent rights instead of assigning the complete patent. This way, you will have control over the invention (technology) and in case anything does not go the way it was expected to go with investors, you will retain the patent rights and corresponding license rights can be revoked.

Obviously, such licensing will require a suitable patent licensing agreement, including provisions related to scope, term, royalty, and the like.

In case you wish to discuss this further, feel free to get in touch.

Best Regards,

Rahul Dev

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Patent Strategy

Rahul Dev answered

I have an idea for a simple household kitchen product (under $5). Where can I get good advice on the process of bringing it to market?

Given the broad nature of question, I would suggest talking directly to consumers and see their reaction towards such product. It may require some modifications based on consumer's feedback.

Once you zero in on what is exactly required, you can talk to industry experts with regards to launching the MVP and an IP Lawyer to protect corresponding rights.

Hope this helps.

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Patents

Invention

CPG Industry

Rahul Dev answered

How does one raise funds for a business subsidiary without selling ownership of the "brand" identity?

In addition to valuable suggestions made by Tom, you can also consider protecting various brands by way of trademarks and create a strong trademark portfolio. Once done, you can easily exclude trademark ownership rights from investment, and include licensing or assignment as and when required, along with appropriate terms and conditions.

Hope this helps.

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Startup Consulting

Seed Capital

Equity Funding

Rahul Dev answered

My friend and I started a new business to patent and license a new piece of equipment. What kinds of pitfalls should we avoid?

Both the founders should have clarity with regards to ownership of the technology, product, corresponding IP (patents, trademarks) and terms of licensing.

One way is to assign all rights to the company, file all patents, trademarks on behalf of the company, and the execute licensing agreement as a legal entity (company) and not individually.

With a view to safeguard interest of each co-founder, you can also execute co-founders agreement among yourselves that will define all terms of collaboration, and what will happen in case one founder decides to exit midway.

Hope this is helpful. For further advice, feel free to get in touch.

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New Product Development

Patents

Rahul Dev answered

I've been ousted from a project. What can I do?

What about other clauses in the contract? Usually such agreements included provisions regarding scope of work, termination etc.

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Business Advice

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Reviews

Rahul is a real genius in his field. I couldn't find anyone to guide me in this and it was literally a piece of cake for Rahul. He has great knowledge in ICO, blockchain, law, economic etc. He is the real deal. Thank you very much for the support. You are a great mentor.

Sophia St Martin Source: Clarity

Rahul gave me very sound advice. He understands what I want to do and helps me with my business. He also took a lot of interest in my business. I would like to consult him again.

Shun Yamada Source: Clarity

Very helpful and concise.

Martin Kogan Source: Clarity

Great first experience

Michael Carels Source: Clarity

Rahul explained everything clearly and quickly. Exactly what you want from a Clarity expert.

Kyle Barraclough Source: Clarity

Answered all questions as expected. Will get back to him for any future services.

Sravan Tatikonda Source: Clarity

Was very knowledgeable and helpful!

Jeremy Druckenmiller Source: Clarity

Exceptional call. Very insightful. Will call again.

Source: Clarity

Call went well, then never heard back from him on my repeated follow-ups.

Justin Andrews Source: Clarity

Rahul was quick to accept my call request and you could tell he was very experienced with software patents. He spent time to explain the nuances of patents and gave me some of his own personal advice. Thanks again.

Brian Marlow Source: Clarity

I was a little concerned that Rahul was in India and I was looking for US legal support but Rahul's insights and help were so good that it ended up being a much better cal than I expected. He is very smart and I would recommend him to anyone looking for advice in the areas he serves.

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