Employee Invention
About 90% of all inventions in Germany are made by employees. Accordingly, every company that works on the development or advancement of products must deal with the Employee Inventions Act. The Employee Inventions Act uniquely regulates the treatment of employee inventions. It stipulates when an invention falls under the Act and under what conditions the rights to an invention can be transferred from the employee to the employer. The law ensures that employees receive appropriate compensation for their inventions, calculated according to official guidelines.
I provide comprehensive advice to employers and employees on all aspects of the Employee Inventions Act - from legal interpretation of the regulations to precise calculation of compensation. Together with my clients, I develop customised, efficient processes that facilitate the application and implementation of the legal requirements within the company and ensure compliance with the regulations.
In disputes, I offer you dedicated representation before the competent courts and the arbitration proceedings of the German Patent and Trademark Office. With my support, you can handle employee inventions clearly, transparently and with fair treatment of all parties involved.
Overview of Services
Invention Disclosure Management
Support for employers and employees in the documentation and disclosure of inventions in accordance with company guidelines and the Employee Inventions Act.
Protection Strategy for Inventions
Advice on how best to protect employee inventions through patents, trade secrets or other forms of intellectual property.
Evaluation of the Invention
Evaluation of the technical and commercial realisation of the employee invention.
Secrecy and Confidentiality Agreements
Drafting of confidentiality agreements for the protection of sensitive information in connection with employee inventions.
Patent Application for Employee Inventions
Preparation and filing of patent applications for inventions made by employees.
Invention Reporting and Monitoring
Implementation of systems for tracking and reporting employee inventions to ensure timely protection.
Ownership and Transfer Agreements
Drafting agreements to transfer intellectual property rights from the employee to the employer.
Technology Transfer and Licensing
Administration of the licensing or transfer process of employee inventions to third parties or within the company.
Compliance with Employee Invention Laws
Ensuring compliance with local laws on employee inventions, such as the German Employee Inventions Act.
Dispute Resolution
Assisting in the resolution of disputes between employees and employers regarding ownership or compensation for inventions.
Compensation and License Fees for Inventions
Supporting the establishment of fair compensation systems or royalty payments for employees when their inventions are patented or commercialized.
International Management of Employee Inventions
Managing employee inventions in multiple jurisdictions to ensure global compliance and protection.
Development of Employee invention Policies
Creating or updating company policies to manage inventions made by employees.