Intellectual Property Law Firm in South Africa

Smit & Van Wyk is a leading South African IP and franchising law firm, providing practical legal solutions to protect, manage and enforce your patent, trade mark, copyright and franchising rights.

Patents

Protect your inventions

Registered Designs

Protect your designs

Trade Marks

Protect your brand

Protect your creativity

Smit & Van Wyk is a leading Intellectual Property (IP) law firm serving South Africa and Africa. Our patent, trade mark and copyright attorneys provide expert advice and practical solutions to help clients protect, manage and enforce their IP rights.

With extensive knowledge of African legal frameworks, we assist foreign associates and multinational corporations with IP matters across the continent. Our services include patent, trade mark and design applications, registration, prosecution and enforcement, including PCT applications.

We also assist South African clients with international filings and foreign clients entering African markets, including OAPI and ARIPO. Our mission is to provide practical IP solutions tailored to each client’s needs, backed by a team committed to delivering exceptional service.

Our Practice Areas

How We Can Help

Intellectual Property

Comprehensive IP services to help you protect and commercialise your ideas, brands and creations.

Franchising

Practical legal support for franchisors and franchisees at every stage of the franchise relationship.

Litigation & Dispute Resolution

Legal representation in court and advice for intellectual property disputes, enforcement matters and proceedings before the courts.

PCT Patent Applications

Protect your invention internationally through the Patent Cooperation Treaty, from application through to national phase entry.

Across Africa

Local Expertise. Continental Reach.

We advise clients throughout South Africa and across the African continent. Our deep understanding of local laws and regional IP systems ensures your rights