Accreditation Overview
In December 2024 the Saudi Authority for Intellectual Property (SAIP) approved Sahal Law Firm as an authorised agent for:
Trademark registration
Patent and industrial-design filings
IP oppositions and enforcement procedures
This status allows the firm to act directly before SAIP on behalf of Saudi and foreign right-holders.
Scope of Authorised Services
Electronic filing and monitoring of trademarks, patents and designs
Drafting replies to examination reports and third-party objections
Representation in administrative appeals and IP-related disputes
Strategic mapping of IP portfolios to business goals
Professional Significance
| Benefit | Practical outcome for clients |
|---|---|
| Regulatory certainty | All filings meet Saudi IP Law and international treaties (TRIPS, WIPO). |
| Shorter timelines | Direct SAIP portal access reduces the average registration cycle. |
| Integrated counsel | IP protection aligned with the firm’s wider corporate and dispute-resolution services. |
Measurable Impact (2025 YTD)
80+ trademarks filed or renewed
12 patent applications lodged for tech and energy clients
Several watch notices issued to prevent unauthorised use of clients’ brands in GCC markets
Looking Ahead
Sahal Law Firm will keep refining its IP practice through:
Continuous training on SAIP procedural updates
Expanded monitoring tools for regional infringement detection
Collaboration with foreign associates to secure cross-border protection
For other milestones—such as Qiwa labour-policy accreditation and national awards—visit the firm’s Awards & Milestones Timeline.
