FPA has been awarded "Australia Firm of the Year - Patent Prosecution" by Managing IP for 2024
FPA is delighted to receive this recognition, building on our previous successes in 2021 and 2019
Every idea has the
potential to change
the future
At FPA, we focus on two areas of intellectual property – patents and designs. We are the only Intellectual Property firm in Australia with this degree of specialisation.
FPA’s clients truly value the deep expertise that our attorneys are known for. We use our expertise to bring insights, solve problems and co-create custom solutions.
Latest Insights & Firm News — 14 February 2025
Green shoots: Patent protection of climate friendly early-stage innovations in agriculture
Climate change poses a significant and increasing challenge to food production. This is a particular issue in Australia where existing demanding conditions mean that food production is often already stressed without the addition of higher temperatures, less predictable rainfall, and harsher weather systems. But new challenges can lead to new solutions. And new solutions can often prove highly valuable if properly protected under the patent system.
Latest Insights & Firm News — 13 February 2025
Australia boosts green energy transition with new hydrogen and critical minerals tax incentives
The Australian Federal Parliament has passed new legislation providing tax credits and incentives for production of green hydrogen, and the processing of critical minerals in Australia. This article summarises the new incentives and discusses the possible impact these incentives may have on Australian patent filings.
Latest Insights & Firm News — 30 January 2025
Pixel perfect pastures: Patents in computer-implemented agriculture
Looking at filing trends, the technology landscape, key players and patentability considerations, we explore AgTech patent activity particularly in relation to computer-implemented agriculture, including digital twins, artificial intelligence (AI) and “internet of things” (IoT) networked sensors and systems.
Latest Insights & Firm News — 17 December 2024
FPA Patent Attorneys’ leadership team grows by two
FPA is delighted to announce the promotion of Elyse Schinella and Robbie Boukarroum to Associate Principals effective 1 January 2025.
Our Services
We'll protect your idea
like it was our own
Whilst FPA are registered to practice in Australia, New Zealand and Singapore, we also have extensive experience in the Southeast Asian (SEA) patent market where we provide superior outcomes for clients when navigating this burgeoning and increasingly important region.
A major focus for FPA has been to use our skills and experience to substantially improve the efficiency and outcomes of patent prosecution in this part of the world.
What else we do
We do more than just prosecute.
FPA has cultivated deep relationships with incubators and investors, such that we are often the first port of call as part of the due diligence process when they are looking to invest in a new start-up.
Our attorneys are also heavily involved in contentious matters, whether these are directly between parties, at the patent office or providing assistance to lawyers before the Courts.
We have experts in Plant Breeder’s Rights and Plant Patents. We also provide global renewals management services.
Report
Deep expertise through thought leadership:
Clean technology: Why it is a good idea to file patents in Australia
Awards & Recognitions
FPA Patent Attorneys Firm of the Year Patent Prosecution
News & Insights
Distinguished, insightful and focused
Read the latest articles by our Patent Attorneys on recent developments
in patent law and practice.
About us
More than a patent attorney
Whether it’s the creation, management, enforcement or commercialisation of your intellectual property rights, our purpose is to efficiently deliver an individualised client service offering to exceed expectations.
FPA comprises a large, energetic, experienced and diverse team of patent attorneys qualified in a range of science and engineering disciplines.
Further, our patent attorneys generally have industry or postdoctoral experience in their respective fields of expertise and an interest in continuing education in these fields, which means that they are well placed to understand innovative technical concepts and to translate them into IP specifications.
FPA is an independent, top-tier, Australian based, private incorporated registered attorney firm and a member of the QANTM Group. For more information on the QANTM Group and members of the Group, please visit Ownership Structure or QANTM IP.
Awards & recognition
Firm of the Year:
Australian Patent Prosecution, Managing IP
2019, 2021 and 2024
Tier 1 Firm:
Patent Prosecution, Managing Intellectual Property IP Stars Handbook
2017 - 2024
Highly Recommended:
IAM Patent 1000
2016 - 2024
Contact us
We look forward to hearing from you
To assist you further, be it in the services or expertise we provide, career offerings or an administrative task, please contact your closest office.
Whilst our attorneys are primarily located in Melbourne, Sydney and Singapore, they are available for video conference calls and are regularly travelling interstate and overseas.
FPA office locations
Melbourne
Level 19, South Tower
80 Collins Street
Melbourne VIC 3000
FPA mail delivery
Please send all Australia mail to:
Level 19, South Tower
80 Collins Street
Melbourne VIC 3000
Please send all Singapore mail to:
21 Merchant Road
#04-01
Singapore 058267