IP Protection & Digital Law
We provide specialized legal advisory in protecting intellectual property rights, including trademarks, patents, and copyrights. We also cover legal aspects related to information technology, such as digital platforms, e-commerce, and data protection, ensuring effective safeguarding of our clients' legal and technological assets.
Trademarks are filed with the Saudi Authority for Intellectual Property (SAIP). The process involves a class search, application, examination, publication for opposition (60 days), and registration. Total timeline is usually 8–12 months.
Trademark registration is valid for 10 years and renewable indefinitely. Patents are protected for 20 years from filing. Copyrights last for the author's life plus 50 years. Industrial designs are protected for up to 15 years.
The Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL), enforced by SDAIA, governs collection, processing, and cross-border transfer of personal data. Non-compliance can result in fines up to SAR 5 million and reputational sanctions.
Yes. We advise on E-Commerce Law compliance, terms of use, privacy policies, payment regulations, consumer protection, content moderation, and influencer marketing obligations under the General Authority for Audiovisual Media.