Patent Law in Australia

Patent Law in Australia is a specialist work for the patent attorney, intellectual property lawyer and legal professional working in the patent field. The emphasis of this important and practical text is on the relevant statute and case law, but it also provides a valuable guide to Australian Patent Office practices. Descriptions of the practical steps involved in applying for, obtaining and maintaining a patent, and a comprehensive commentary on the law in Australia pertaining to the requirements for patentability are included. The text also discusses who may be granted a patent and the rights of patent owners and licensees, including an analysis of the nature of patent infringement. Additionally, there is a detailed description of ex parte and inter partes proceedings in the Patent Office. Patent Law in Australia is an indispensable guide to obtaining, maintaining and enforcing patents in Australia and to challenging their validity.