Most machines, products and processes are patentable provided they satisfy three main criteria; they must be new, they must be inventive and they must be capable of industrial application.

The UK Patent Office receives over 30,000 applications a year, whilst the European Patent Office receive over 60,000 applications per year. They cover such diverse subjects as agriculture, mechanical engineering, biotechnology, genetic engineering, medicines, games, paints, electronics and photography and many more, and are in no way confined to major technological advances.

Potts, Kerr & Co are Patent Attorneys with qualified specialists in mechanical, chemical, biotech, electrical and electronic fields. We are able to prosecute British, European and International (PCT) applications before the United Kingdom and the European Patent Offices. We also handle prosecution and maintenance of patents in most other countries through our extensive network of associates. We can undertake a range of searches, including watching services, and can advise and act in respect general licensing, assigning, and infringement matters.