In order to maintain IP rights worldwide, annuities must be paid periodically for applications and for granted patents. At Müller-Boré, the payment of annuities is monitored and coordinated by a team of specially trained paralegals, who work under the supervision of the partner responsible for the annuity department.

Our Annuity Department uses software that is regularly updated and further developed by our IT Department, putting us in a position to make annuity payments for our clients around the world. Examination and opposition proceedings for IP rights can be expensive, and maintenance and enforceability of IP rights can depend solely on the payment of annuities. The attorneys and staff of Müller-Boré are conscious of the importance of paying annuities on time and ensure that the payment of annuities is carried out effectively and reliably.