Patent Hearing Services - India

Patent Hearing Services (India)

Service Overview

When objections raised in a First Examination Report (FER) are not fully resolved through written submissions, the Indian Patent Office may call for a hearing. Attending a patent hearing is crucial to address examiner concerns directly and argue for the grant of the patent. Khurana & Khurana (K&K), consistently ranked by Legal 500, IAM, and Chambers & Partners, has a strong track record of representing clients effectively before Controllers at the Patent Office.

Inclusions

• Preparation for patent hearings, including detailed review of FER and prior responses
  
• Representation before the Indian Patent Office during hearings
  
• Oral submissions and clarifications in line with client’s business and technical interests
  

Exclusions

• Government hearing fees (charged additionally at actuals)
  
• Post-hearing actions such as filing written submissions or appeals (available separately)
  
• Opposition or post-grant proceedings
  

Why Engage Us

• Representation handled by Khurana & Khurana (K&K), a leading IP law firm with 330+ professionals
  
• Experienced patent attorneys with sector-specific expertise across engineering, life sciences, ICT, and pharma
  
• Proven advocacy skills to defend patentability and secure stronger protection
  
• Trusted legal partner to global corporations like L&T, Accenture, Flipkart, Schneider, Sun Pharma, Glenmark, and UPL