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Blake Knowles

Partner at Cullens Patent and Trade Mark Attorneys
Blake Knowles is a Partner at Cullens Patent and Trade Mark Attorneys, where he specialises in trade marks and domain names. Prior to joining Cullens, he was employed by the Australian Trade Marks Office, where his most recent role was the Assistant Director of Trade Marks Hearings & Oppositions. Blake obtained his legal qualifications from the University of Canberra and the Australian National University, and his trade mark attorney qualification at the University of Technology, Sydney.

Articles by Blake Knowles

5 IP shortcuts for small businesses

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By Blake Knowles

One of the biggest decisions a business owner will make is choosing the brand IP for their new venture, but if they get it wrong it can lead to a lot of heartache.

Protecting intellectual property when buying or selling a business

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By Blake Knowles

Buying or selling a business? Here are four important intellectual property issues to consider.

Help! Someone has registered my domain name

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By Blake Knowles

When a person registers a domain name, they do not take ownership of it. Rather, they are granted a license to use the domain name. This license can be terminated in certain situations.

When do you need a trade mark, patent or copyright?

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By Blake Knowles

The terms trade mark, patent and copyright are known by most business owners, although the distinctions in meaning are not always understood. Find out the difference between the three and when to seek which.

The 5 biggest trade mark mistakes businesses make

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By Blake Knowles

Trade marks are a subject of mystery to many businesses. However, with thousands of new businesses (and new brands) popping up every year, it is crucial for you to understand the purpose and importance of trade marks.

Three common mistakes of do-it-yourself IP protection

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By Blake Knowles

DIY IP protection can end up giving you a nasty shock. The following are common mistakes that are made by when IP work is done by an untrained professional.

Why accountants are the gatekeepers for protecting your intellectual property

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By Blake Knowles

Accountants play a crucial role in protecting and enhancing the value of intellectual property. Here are four reasons why.

Are you at risk of falling for an IP scam?

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By Blake Knowles

Intellectual property assets are often not well understood by many Australian business owners, and this fact is taken advantage of by some overseas companies. Unsolicited IP services have a long history and provide a lucrative income for their proponents, with little outlay. Once your money has been handed over, there is little chance of ever […]

5 tips for proactively protecting your business identity

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By Blake Knowles

Your business identity is often the greatest asset of your business, and also the asset most prone to damage. The lifeblood of many SMEs is repeat customers and new business arising from referrals. A business’s reputation among its customer base is paramount. Every business should have a strategy in place for protecting its brand identity. […]