Natia Kurdadze

Natia is an alumna of Harvard Law School and the Berkman Klein Center program in Copyright Law. She is a WIPO (World Intellectual Property Organization) certified lawyer and holds LL.B. and LL.M. degrees in IP & Business Law.
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LEPL Georgian Bar Association

ID Number: 10097

Founder & CEO

IntellectualPropertyAttorney.Pro

2021 - Current

Intellectual Property & Brand Management, IP Lawyer

GDB

2019 - Current

Sync and Music Licensing Attorney | Publishing & Master Agreements

GMI Rights Management - Record Label

2021 - 2021

Paralegal | Drafting Memos & Legal Documentation | Legal Writing |

MKD Legal Bureau

2019 - 2019

Legal Assistant | Civil Cases | Copyright & Trademark Law |

Tbilisi City hall

2018 - 2019

Intern

The Supreme Court of Georgia

2017 - 2018

Tbilisi State University

LL.B.

Tbilisi State University

LL.M.

Harvard Law School x Berkman Klein Center for Internet & Society

Copyright Law in Common and Civil Law Countries

Intellectual Property Law - DL101GE20S2

WIPO (World Intellectual Property Organization)

2022

LEPL Georgian Bar Association  # 10097

Member

Current

How to handle false DMCA and Cease and Desist notices on Google Play Store, App Store, YouTube, Shopify & Amazon

CyberSquatting and UDRP Proceedings

Joint Vienna Institute

DL303E20S2 - Specialized Course on the Madrid System for the International Registration of Marks

WIPO (World Intellectual Property Organization)

2020

Digitalization and Taxation

Joint Vienna Institute

2020

Copyright X

Harvard Law School X Berkman Klein Center for Internet & Society

2019

IP Law Training - EPAG

U.S. Government Exchange Program Alumni Association of Georgia (EPAG)

2019

Investment Arbitration - GAA

Georgian Association of Arbitrators

2018

Q. Hi, I have developed a prototype solution and would like to know how I can file for patent of this product.

August 19, 2024

A: Filing a patent for your prototype solution involves several steps. Here’s a general overview of the process:

1. Determine the Type of Patent

Utility Patent: Protects the functional aspects of your invention.

Design Patent: Protects the ornamental design of your invention.

Provisional Patent Application: Provides a one-year "placeholder" for your invention without formal claims. It gives you time to further develop or assess the market potential before filing a full utility patent.

2. Conduct a Patent Search

Before filing, it’s important to ensure that your invention is novel and non-obvious by searching existing patents. You can do this via the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) website or hire a professional to conduct a thorough search.

3. Prepare a Patent Application

Detailed Description: Describe your invention in detail, including how it works and any unique features.

Claims: Define the scope of what you want to protect legally. The claims are the most critical part of the application.

Drawings: Include clear and precise drawings if necessary to illustrate the invention.

Abstract: Provide a brief summary of your invention.

4. File the Patent Application

You can file your application online through the USPTO’s Electronic Filing System (EFS-Web) if you're in the U.S., or through the appropriate intellectual property office in your country. If you filed a provisional patent, you must file a non-provisional (utility) patent within 12 months to maintain your filing date.

5. Patent Examination Process

After filing, your application will be reviewed by a patent examiner. They will assess whether your invention meets the criteria for patentability (novelty, non-obviousness, and utility).

The examiner might issue an "Office Action" requiring you to make amendments or argue for your patent's validity. You can respond to this with the help of a patent attorney if needed.

6. Patent Issuance

If your application is approved, you'll receive a patent, giving you exclusive rights to your invention for 20 years (utility patent) or 15 years (design patent) from the filing date.

7. Consider International Protection

If you plan to market your invention internationally, you may need to file patents in other countries. The Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) allows you to file a single international application that can be recognized in multiple countries.

8. Seek Professional Help

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Q. I want to upload "Friends " series on youtube for free , how do i get a copyrights , or its legal to just upload .

August 19, 2024

A: Unauthorized uploading and distribution of copyrighted audiovisual content, including but not limited to the television series "Friends," to online platforms such as YouTube, without express permission from the rights holder(s), constitutes copyright infringement.

Such actions are prima facie unlawful and may subject the infringing party to civil and/or criminal penalties. The series "Friends" remains protected intellectual property, with exclusive rights vested in the production company and/or its assigns.