Geographical Indications & Traditional Knowledge

Our Geographical Indications & Traditional Knowledge practice focuses on protecting products with unique geographical origin and cultural significance. We help communities, producer associations, and businesses secure legal protection for distinctive products tied to specific regions, traditional methods, or cultural heritage, creating value while preserving authenticity.

Geographical Indication Registration

• GI application preparation and filing
• Specification development
• Stakeholder coordination
• Registration strategy development

Traditional Knowledge Protection

• Documentation of traditional knowledge
• Defensive protection strategies
• Community rights recognition
• Benefit-sharing mechanisms

Enforcement & Defense

• GI infringement actions
• Border enforcement measures
• Authorized user protection
• False origin claims prosecution

Regulatory Compliance

• Interface with food safety regulations
• Agricultural product compliance
• Quality control system development
• Certification mechanisms

Biodiversity Compliance

• Biodiversity Act compliance
• Access and benefit-sharing
• Prior informed consent documentation
• Traditional knowledge digital libraries

International Protection

• Multi-jurisdictional GI strategies
• International agreements leverage
• Foreign GI recognition
• Global enforcement coordination