Firm: Marks & Clerk LLP
Summary: Marks & Clerk explains how recent European Patent Office (EPO) changes allow micro-entities—such as start-ups, universities, and small companies—to claim up to 30% fee reductions for key patent procedures. The article details eligibility criteria, qualifying documentation, and timing considerations, urging applicants to carefully assess their status to secure savings and avoid compliance issues.
Read full article: Marks & Clerk – Maximising the EPO’s Fee Reductions for Micro-Entities