Tech | Software

Patent Protection for Software, Applications and Digital Products

Software, data processing and image processing cover a huge range of technologies from cloud computing to virtual reality to apps. Products including these technologies are now ubiquitous in the modern world, and are constantly evolving.

Many different aspects of the products mentioned above can benefit from patent protection, and accordingly, many different patents might apply to any one product.  Harvesting these innovations is an important first step in the patent process, as is prioritizing which to protect.

What can be patented in this industry varies significantly from country to country and so awareness of international IP laws is an important consideration for companies interested in international protection.

With over sixty attorneys dedicated to these technologies, SLW brings a wealth of experience and specialized knowledge to the table. Our professionals have a diverse range of backgrounds in both technology and law, providing a multidisciplinary approach. Many have decades of experience in IP law, and many have technical and legal experience from industry.

Our attorneys understand the life cycle of software companies and can advise you at every step of the way. We have helped clients on their journey from start-ups to multi-billion dollar IPOs. The remarkable strength and depth of our people means that we can hand-pick the right team for clients, and scale to meet clients’ business needs as and when they grow.

SLW is privileged to work with many ground breaking clients, from startups to established companies across a wide range of different technologies from social media apps to cloud computing to medical devices and many more.  Our extensive experience means we offer unparalleled legal expertise and deep technical knowledge in the software domain.