1. ACCEPTANCE OF TERMS

By accessing, browsing, or using the website patentfilingcost.com (the “Website”), you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service (“Terms”) and our Privacy Policy. These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you (“User,” “Client,” or “you”) and Legismith Partners LLP (“Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). If you do not agree to these Terms, you must immediately discontinue use of the Website and our services.

2. DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

We provide comprehensive intellectual property services including patent drafting and filing in India, USA, Europe, Australia, and other jurisdictions, patent prosecution and office action responses, patent analytics including freedom-to-operate searches and landscape analysis, intellectual property consultation and strategic advice, and educational content regarding patent filing costs and procedures. The Website provides educational content, cost estimates, and guidance regarding patent filing processes, which information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice.

Browsing the Website or reading our content does not create an attorney-client relationship. An attorney-client relationship is established only upon our written acceptance of a formal engagement letter and payment of required fees. Our services are provided by qualified professionals including registered Indian Patent Agents authorized to practice before the Indian Patent Office, licensed attorneys and patent professionals in applicable jurisdictions, and technical experts across multiple engineering and scientific domains.

3. USER OBLIGATIONS AND CONDUCT

You agree to provide accurate, complete, and truthful information when engaging our services or using the Website. You may not use the Website to violate any applicable laws or regulations, transmit harmful, threatening, defamatory, or illegal content, attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems, copy, reproduce, or distribute our proprietary content without permission, or submit false or misleading invention disclosures.

You acknowledge that you may disclose confidential information to us during our professional relationship. You agree to mark such information as confidential and understand our confidentiality obligations as outlined in these Terms. We maintain strict confidentiality protocols to protect your proprietary information and invention disclosures.

4. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS

All content on the Website, including text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is owned by Legismith Partners LLP or our licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use the Website for your personal or business purposes related to patent services. You retain all rights to your inventions and technical information, and we claim no ownership rights in your inventions or patent applications prepared for you.

5. FEES AND PAYMENT TERMS

Fees for our services are outlined in engagement letters or fee schedules provided separately, with government fees for patent applications being additional and payable directly to the relevant patent offices. Professional fees are typically due within thirty days of invoice date unless otherwise specified in your engagement letter. Government fees must be paid in advance of filing to ensure timely submission to patent offices. Late payments may incur interest charges at one and one-half percent per month, and we reserve the right to suspend services for overdue accounts.

Cost estimates provided on the Website or in consultations are approximate and subject to change based on specific case requirements, complexity of inventions, and current government fee schedules. All estimates are provided in good faith but cannot be guaranteed due to the variable nature of patent prosecution and examination processes.

6. DISCLAIMERS AND WARRANTIES

While we strive to provide high-quality professional services, we make no guarantees regarding patent grant outcomes or approval timelines, specific results or patent protection scope, or government fee changes or patent office procedures. The patent examination process involves subjective judgments by patent examiners and is subject to legal and procedural changes beyond our control.

Information on the Website is provided “as is” without warranties of any kind. We do not warrant that the Website will be error-free or uninterrupted, content is completely accurate or current, or the Website is free from viruses or harmful components. The Website may contain links to third-party websites, and we are not responsible for the content or practices of external sites.

7. CONFIDENTIALITY AND NON-DISCLOSURE

We agree to maintain the confidentiality of your proprietary information disclosed to us in connection with our services, subject to standard legal exceptions including court orders, patent office disclosure requirements, and professional regulatory compliance. Our confidentiality obligations are governed by applicable professional rules and ethical standards for patent agents and attorneys, including the professional conduct rules applicable to registered Indian Patent Agents and attorneys in other jurisdictions where we practice.

These confidentiality obligations survive termination of our professional relationship indefinitely and extend to all employees, contractors, and professional associates working on your matters. We implement comprehensive security measures to protect confidential information including secure file storage systems, encrypted communications, and access controls limiting information to personnel directly involved in your matters.

8. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

Our total liability for any claims arising from our services shall not exceed the total fees paid by you for the specific services giving rise to the claim. We shall not be liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages, lost profits or business opportunities, damages arising from patent office actions or decisions, or third-party claims of patent infringement. Any claims must be brought within one year of the date you knew or should have known of the basis for the claim.

These limitations reflect the inherent uncertainties in patent prosecution and the fact that patent examination outcomes depend on factors beyond our control, including patent examiner decisions, changes in patent law, and prior art that may be discovered during examination. Our professional liability insurance provides additional protection subject to policy terms and conditions.

9. INDEMNIFICATION

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Legismith Partners LLP and its employees from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your breach of these Terms, misrepresentation of facts related to your inventions, violation of third-party intellectual property rights, or your use of the Website in violation of applicable laws. This indemnification includes reasonable attorney fees and costs incurred in defending against such claims.

10. TERMINATION

Either party may terminate our professional relationship with written notice, subject to our obligations to complete ongoing work and your obligation to pay for services rendered. We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Website at any time for violation of these Terms. Upon termination, we will provide you with copies of all work product and return confidential materials, subject to our professional obligations to maintain client files. Sections relating to confidentiality, intellectual property, limitation of liability, and indemnification survive termination.

11. GOVERNING LAW AND JURISDICTION

These Terms are governed by the laws of India, and any disputes arising hereunder shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in Pune, Maharashtra, India. For matters involving patent prosecution in other jurisdictions, applicable local laws and professional rules shall govern the attorney-client relationship in those jurisdictions. We comply with professional conduct rules in all jurisdictions where we provide services, including the Patent Agent Rules and Conduct Rules applicable in India and professional rules in other countries where we practice.

12. FORCE MAJEURE

We shall not be liable for any delays or failures in performance resulting from circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to natural disasters, government actions, patent office closures, internet or telecommunications failures, or other events that prevent us from performing our obligations. During force majeure events, we will make reasonable efforts to minimize delays and communicate with clients regarding alternative arrangements.

13. MODIFICATIONS TO TERMS

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time to reflect changes in our services, legal requirements, or business practices. Changes will be effective upon posting to the Website with an updated effective date. Continued use of the Website after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms. We will make reasonable efforts to notify existing clients of material changes that affect ongoing services.

14. SEVERABILITY AND ENTIRE AGREEMENT

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect. These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any engagement letters, constitute the entire agreement between you and Legismith Partners LLP regarding use of the Website and our services. No oral modifications or representations shall be binding unless confirmed in writing.

15. CONTACT INFORMATION

For questions regarding these Terms or our services, please contact us at Legismith Partners LLP, Office No. 507, Sukhwani Boulevard Commerz, Pashan-Sus Road, above Domino’s, Sus, Pune-411021, by email at patent@legismith.com, or by phone at 8149123580. We maintain regular business hours and respond to inquiries promptly during normal business operations.

By using this Website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.