Overview
The UAE has positioned itself as a regional leader in intellectual property (IP) protection and media regulation, recognising the importance of innovation, branding, and creative industries to economic growth. IP rights are governed by federal laws such as:
Federal Law No. 11 of 2021 on Industrial Property Rights (patents, industrial designs, utility models).
Federal Decree-Law No. 36 of 2021 on Trademarks.
Federal Law No. 38 of 2021 on Copyrights and Related Rights.
With the UAE becoming a hub for startups, content creators, digital businesses, and media houses, protecting IP assets and complying with media laws is critical to avoid infringement, counterfeit risks, or regulatory sanctions.
How Can IP & Media Lawyers Help?
Trademark & Brand Protection
Registering trademarks in the UAE, GCC, and internationally (Madrid Protocol).
Advising on brand enforcement, anti-counterfeiting, and customs recordals.
Copyright & Media Compliance
Registering creative works and software under the UAE copyright law.
Advising media companies on licensing, broadcasting rights, and defamation laws.
Patents & Technology Protection
Filing patent applications and industrial design registrations.
Protecting software, algorithms, and digital innovations.
Commercialisation & Licensing
Drafting licensing agreements, franchise contracts, and royalty arrangements.
Advising startups on SaaS licensing and technology transfers.
Dispute Resolution in IP & Media
Representing clients in IP litigation and arbitration.
Enforcing rights before UAE courts, DIFC/IP tribunals, and customs authorities.
Our Experience In IP & Media Law
Represented a global luxury brand in trademark enforcement and anti-counterfeiting actions across UAE ports.
Drafted licensing agreements for regional streaming platforms and production houses.
Registered patents and industrial designs for a health-tech company in ADGM.
Advised a fintech startup on software copyright and SaaS licensing.
Represented media companies in disputes involving defamation, IP infringement, and digital content rights.
Legal Services We Provide
Trademark registration and enforcement (UAE, GCC, international)
Copyright registration and licensing advisory
Patent and industrial design protection
Anti-counterfeiting and customs enforcement actions
Media law advisory (broadcasting, publishing, defamation)
IP litigation, arbitration, and enforcement actions
Licensing, franchising, and commercialisation of IP assets
⚖️ At Pin Legal Consultancy, our IP and media lawyers in the UAE safeguard innovation, creativity, and reputation. We combine local legal knowledge with global IP expertise to protect brands, secure technology, and ensure compliance for businesses operating in a fast-evolving digital and creative landscape.
