Kasradze IP Law Firm at LESI 2026 in Dublin

Kasradze IP Law Firm participated in the LESI Annual Conference, held in Dublin, Ireland, from 27-29 April.

The firm was represented by its Founder and Managing Partner, Irakli Kasradze.

This year’s conference, held under the theme “Innovation to Impact: IP as an International Growth Engine”, brought together IP professionals from around the world, providing a platform for discussing current developments and strengthening international cooperation.

During the conference, the firm engaged with colleagues and partners, exchanging insights and exploring opportunities for future collaboration.

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

The Georgian Law on Design Has Been Amended

The amendments to the Design Law of Georgia have entered into force, introducing several changes that bring the legislation closer to EU design legislation and address existing gaps.

The amendments clarify matters related to the disclosure of information on a design, grounds for refusal of design registration, the filing of an international application through the Georgian IP Office (Sakpatenti), the designer’s right to be named, the invalidation of a design registration, the possibility of maintaining a design in a modified form, and the retroactive effect of invalidation. Importantly, a re-examination procedure has also been introduced. Moreover, the competence of the Chamber of Appeals has been expanded.

Corresponding changes will follow in the Governmental Decree on fees, in the Instruction on Design Registration and in the Statute of the Chamber of Appeals at Sakpatenti.

Kasradze IP Law Firm Participates in the 29th European Intellectual Property Forum in Paris

We are pleased to announce that Kasradze IP Law Firm took part in the 29th European Intellectual Property Forum in Paris on March 20-21, 2025. This esteemed event brought together IP professionals, legal experts, and industry leaders to discuss the latest advancements and strategies in the fight against counterfeiting.

Our managing partner, Irakli Kasradze, engaged in in-depth discussions on combating counterfeiting and enforcement of intellectual property rights. The forum provided invaluable insights into evolving legal frameworks, innovative enforcement practices, and collaborative efforts to tackle this global challenge.

We appreciate the opportunity to contribute to such a critical dialogue and look forward to applying the valuable strategies and knowledge gained to strengthen our efforts in safeguarding the intellectual property rights of our clients in Georgia.

We wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Kasradze IP Law Firm at LESI 2024 Annual Conference in Madrid

From April 28th to 30th, 2024, the Licensing Executives Society International (LESI) annual conference was held in Madrid, Spain. This event served as a pivotal platform for intellectual property specialists from around the world to convene and exchange insights.

LESI Annual Conference is renowned for its comprehensive agenda, featuring keynote presentations, panel discussions, and workshops led by prominent experts. With a focus on the latest trends, challenges, and innovations in IP law, the conference provides an invaluable opportunity for participants to enhance networks with industry peers.

Our law firm was represented by its managing partner, Irakli Kasradze. During his participation, Irakli Kasradze engaged in discussions on existing challenges in IP law and exchanged insights with colleagues on navigating the complexities of emerging global IP trends.

Happy World Intellectual Property Day!

The Georgian Law on Trademarks has been amended

The amendments to the Trademark Law of Georgia have come into force, introducing several changes that bring the law into certain conformity with the EU Trademark legislation and address existing gaps. Specifically, the definition of a trademark has been revised, eliminating the requirement for graphical representation. Additionally, provisions regarding both absolute and relative grounds for refusal have been clarified. It’s noteworthy that the new law has introduced new rules for indicating the list of goods and services. Furthermore, the law has introduced the option of presenting a letter of consent in cases of opposing similar marks. Procedural terms for conducting examinations have also been adjusted. Moreover, the competence of the Chamber of Appeals has been expanded.
These legal changes will be followed by corresponding amendments to the Governmental Resolution determining Georgian IP Office Sakpatenti’s service fees and the Trademark instruction.