Etihad Law

Etihad offers comprehensive intellectual property services designed to help companies, creators, and investors safeguard their innovations, brands, and creative assets in Iraq, the UAE, and the UK. Our team has significant experience handling trademark registrations, copyright protection, patent-related matters, trade secrets, and IP enforcement actions across multiple jurisdictions.

With IP laws continuously evolving especially in emerging markets; our lawyers provide practical, strategic guidance that ensures clients maintain strong protection over their intangible assets while meeting all applicable regulatory requirements. We support clients through every step of the IP lifecycle, from registration and portfolio management to infringement litigation and dispute resolution. Our approach is rooted in deep regional experience and an understanding of the commercial importance of brand identity, innovation, and proprietary information.

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Manage trademark registrations, renewals, and oppositions before Iraqi authorities and coordinating cross-border filings for regional and international clients.

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Advise companies on copyright protection for software, digital content, creative works, and industrial designs, including drafting licensing and usage agreements.

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Assist clients with the protection of trade secrets, confidential information, and proprietary processes through legally enforceable internal frameworks.

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Handle trademark infringement, counterfeit goods cases, and unauthorized brand usage through court litigation and administrative enforcement.

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Advise multinational companies on IP portfolio management and the localization of global brand protection strategies for the Iraqi market.

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Conduct IP due diligence for mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and technology transfers involving valuable brand or patent assets.

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Draft franchise, distribution, and licensing agreements that incorporate strong IP protection clauses tailored to local legal requirements.

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Represent clients before customs authorities in matters involving seizure of counterfeit or infringing goods.

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Advise technology firms, startups, and creative businesses on IP commercialization, monetization, and protection of innovation pipelines.