Renewals | FB Rice

Ensuring that your renewal fees are paid is an important part of managing your IP portfolio and protecting the value of your commercial enterprise.

The amount and frequency of renewal fees will vary based on the intellectual property office and the type of IP right. These fees must be paid on time to avoid the IP right lapsing. If you miss the initial deadline, in most countries the IP right can be reinstated by paying additional fees within a 6-month grace period. After this period, reinstating the IP right becomes difficult or impossible. Our specialised team has the expertise to manage these deadlines and reinstatement process if needed. We deliver renewals solutions to fit your size, team and needs.

Simplifying IP Renewals with confidence and control

Managing intellectual property renewals across multiple jurisdictions can be complex, but it doesn’t have to be. FB Rice makes the process simple, precise, and cost effective.

Renewals are an important administrative task that carries high risk. We manage thousands of renewals across businesses of all sizes, jurisdictions and industries annually. We offer a comprehensive, all-in-one solution to help you protect your IP rights long term.

Our dedicated renewals team based in Australia brings deep expertise, reliable management and a high level of precision to every matter, ensuring your portfolio is in safe hands and remains fully protected.

Key benefits of our all-in-one solution

Global reach, simplified process: We handle renewals for all types of IP
rights in any jurisdiction.
Cost efficiency: Where possible, we interact directly with IP offices,
eliminating local agent fees.
Fewer intermediaries: Our approach removes the need for third-party
providers, streamlining communication and oversight.

Tailored renewal options: Choose the method that works best for you:

Automatic

Reminders

Scheduled reports

About the renewals team

Our dedicated team of experienced administrators brings over 30 years of combined expertise in managing IP renewals globally. With in-depth knowledge of diverse renewal requirements, we are well equipped to help you navigate the complexities of IP renewals and ensure your rights remain protected globally.

Our team’s confidence and capability underpin a service that is accurate, reliable, responsive and approachable. We keep you informed at every stage of the renewals process and make renewing your IP rights as straightforward and stress-free as possible.

How we help

You stay in control while we handle the administrative burden, serving as your partner for seamless renewals across multiple jurisdictions. Our client focused approach prioritises peace of mind, allowing you to concentrate on innovation while we safeguard your IP assets.

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What our clients say

Michelle Papadimitriou, R&D Director, Certa Therapeutics

"FB Rice’s renewals team has been a reliable extension of our in-house IP function. Their reminders are timely, their cost estimates precise, and every renewal - across multiple jurisdictions - has been handled without a hitch. The team is responsive, practical, and proactive in flagging any issues, which saves us both time and budget. Having prosecution, strategy and renewals managed in one place gives us full visibility over our portfolio and real confidence that nothing slips through the cracks."

Client Choice Awards 2025

"I highly recommend FB Rice to anyone seeking a partner in intellectual property matters. Their professionalism, technical acumen, and ability to deliver outstanding results truly set them apart."

IAM Patent 1000, 2025

“With an ethos of building long-term, quality relationships with clients, the firm is professional, business oriented and pragmatic.”

Plant Breeders Rights