Established in 1979, independent IP boutique Halfords IP has offices in Sydney and Parramatta. It focuses on providing commercially focused and strategic IP advice to its domestic clients, including inventors, start-ups and other SME businesses.
Notable patent practitioners: Chris Atichian, Dan Berger, Anthony Cowle and Mattia Pagani.
2025
"Deep understanding of our business, subject-matter and industry expertise, responsiveness and ease of working with lawyers."
"Good feedback, good turnaround time and good pricing."
"Good responsive to inquiries and willing to work within budget constraints."
"Good work, well-priced, responsive."
"Great people and great service."
"Halfords IP has been flexible in adapting to our requirements as a client, implementing specific reporting formats."
"Halfords IP stands out for its technical expertise, responsiveness, and strategic approach. Their team is highly skilled, proactive, and always available to address our needs with clarity and efficiency. We value their professionalism and the strong partnership we have built over the years."
"Historical representation of our company, deep understanding of our company, subject matter expertise, ease of working relationship."
"I know members of the team very well and trust their opinion and work product."
"Knowledge of complex IP portfolios and areas of business."
"The long-term relationship based on the quality work that they have done over the years."
"They have always been responsive and professional, with a good price point."
"They work quickly and are responsive as well."
"Very professional team with competent staff. They help in all decisions regarding patents and break it down in easy to understand terms. Everything is open and transparent."
"We have worked with Halfords IP for many years and trust their deep knowledge, professionalism, and commitment to excellence. Their team consistently delivers high-quality services, offering clear and reliable advice that aligns with our clients’ best interests."
Anthony Cowle
“A first class professional."
Case studies show the firm has successfully prosecuted the Donewell Data’s patent application at the PCT stage. Clients include AMSL Innovations, Nicslab and Rheem Australia.
Case studies show the firm represents ResMed, a leading healthcare and life sciences company, in Australian global IP protection. Clients include NEPEAN, Rise Projects and Shangri-La International Hotel Management.