5 Best Intellectual Property Lawyers in Sydney
Updated 22 September 2026 · How we rank law firms
Compare the 5 highest-rated intellectual property lawyers in Sydney, ranked by Google rating across 1,100 client reviews (average 5.0 stars). Intellectual property disputes from Sydney are usually filed in the Federal Court of Australia's NSW registry in the Law Courts Building, 184 Phillip Street, Queens Square. Registered rights such as patents, trade marks and designs are granted nationally by IP Australia, so one registration covers the whole country.
Best intellectual property lawyers in Sydney
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FAL Lawyers Editor's pick
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Truth Lawyers
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Mistry Fallahi
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Patentec
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S&B Legal
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Baxter IP
4.86score
Editor's picks are chosen by our editors and labelled; the firms below them are ordered by score. Source: Google Maps business listings for “intellectual property lawyer sydney”, checked 22 September 2026. Ordered by a review-weighted rating. How we rank law firms
Standouts among intellectual property lawyers in Sydney
Highest weighted score
Truth Lawyers: 5.0 stars from 356 reviews.
Most reviewed
Truth Lawyers: 356 Google reviews, rated 5.0.
Highest rated with 100+ reviews
Truth Lawyers: 5.0 stars from 356 reviews.
Where are intellectual property matters heard for Sydney?
Patent, trade mark, design and copyright proceedings are mostly brought in the Federal Court of Australia, whose NSW registry is at 184 Phillip Street, Queens Square. The Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia (Division 2) also hears some copyright, trade mark and design matters, but not patent cases. Oppositions to trade mark and patent applications are first decided within IP Australia before any appeal to the Federal Court.
What rules apply in NSW?
Intellectual property law is federal and the same in every state, under the Patents Act 1990 (Cth), Trade Marks Act 1995 (Cth), Designs Act 2003 (Cth) and Copyright Act 1968 (Cth). A registered trade mark lasts 10 years and can be renewed, while a standard patent lasts up to 20 years. Copyright arises automatically and there is no copyright register in Australia.
How much does a intellectual property lawyer cost in Sydney?
Fees for intellectual property lawyers in Sydney depend on the matter, the lawyer's seniority and the fee model (hourly, fixed fee or conditional). Before any work starts, a law firm must disclose its costs in writing when they are likely to exceed the disclosure threshold. See How Much Does a Lawyer Cost in Australia? for typical ranges and fee models.
Free and low-cost legal help in Sydney
The Arts Law Centre of Australia, based in Sydney, gives low-cost legal advice on copyright and other IP issues to artists and arts organisations. See Free Legal Advice in Australia for more options.
Sydney intellectual property lawyer FAQs
Which court hears trade mark infringement cases in Sydney?
Trade mark infringement cases in Sydney are usually brought in the Federal Court of Australia at 184 Phillip Street. The Federal Circuit and Family Court (Division 2) can also hear trade mark matters.
How long does a registered trade mark last in Australia?
A registered Australian trade mark lasts 10 years from its filing date and can be renewed for further 10-year periods, indefinitely, if renewal fees are paid.
Do I need an IP lawyer or a trade marks attorney?
For filing and prosecuting a trade mark or patent application, a registered trade marks or patent attorney is common. For infringement disputes, court proceedings or licence agreements, an IP lawyer is usually needed, and many firms offer both.