Madderns Patent & Trade Mark Attorneys

10/08/2026

There’s a lot more to food and beverage innovation than a new flavour, a clever label or a catchy brand name.

Have you also thought about the way a product is made, preserved, packaged, monitored, dispensed or delivered, and how these unique features may need some protection?
And that’s where we can play an important role, helping you identify and protect what’s important to your business.

As the intellectual property partner of choice for some of Australia’s most prestigious food, wine and beverage producers, our strength lies in the breadth and depth of our expertise across trade marks, designs, plant breeder’s rights and patents.

Find out how we can help you unlock the potential of your innovations here: https://madderns.com.au/food-and-beverage/

02/07/2026

When you have a great idea, you want to protect it.

And having not only an expert in patent and trademark law, but also one who understands the industry you're in, makes all the difference.

That was the case with Adelaide University, which found a new and innovative way to process olives – an extremely scientific process that otherwise would be difficult to explain to someone who wasn’t knowledgeable in the field.

When your patent attorney truly understands the science behind an innovation, the conversation goes beyond simply translating technical concepts. They can ask the right questions, identify opportunities that might otherwise be overlooked, and help realise the full value of an idea.

See some highlights of how the right expertise helped turn scientific innovation into valuable intellectual property, or view the full case study on our website: https://madderns.com.au/about/.

26/06/2026

If you own a US trade mark registration, did you know that you’ll need to periodically file proof that you’re still using the mark in the US?

If you don’t, your registration will be cancelled.

There is no such requirement in Australia, where you can renew your trade mark registration simply by paying the relevant renewal fees.

Elise Morris explains more here: https://madderns.com.au/maintaining-a-trade-mark-registration-in-the-us-a-guide-for-australian-businesses/.

10/06/2026

We are seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Assistant to join our Adelaide team to assist with the accounting function of the organisation. This role also offers the opportunity for involvement in month-end reporting, process improvements, finance projects and other accounting activities. For more information and to apply, click on the SEEK link

If you love administrative accounting tasks and have a highly accurate and organised working approach, then we want to hear from you!

03/06/2026

Congratulations to Mark O’Donnell, Jeff Holman and Stephen O’Brien for being recognised internationally as leading patent practitioners, alongside a citation for our firm, in IAM’s Patent 1000.

The Patent 1000 focuses on patent practice and has firmly established itself as a leading go-to resource for those seeking world-class legal patent expertise.

The citation also highlights our independence, enabling us to develop long-term professional relationships built on trust, continuity and direct client engagement.

We appreciate the recognition!

https://www.iam-media.com/rankings/patent-1000/profile/firm/madderns.

29/04/2026

It’s Guide Dogs Day, and Mark O'Donnell has been at Hughes PR enjoying a fundraising morning tea and meeting other businesses.

Did we mention that an Ambassadog and a Facility Dog dropped in with their handlers, to meet everyone and thank them for supporting the cause?

Mark met Ta**us and Scout while hearing about the great work Guide Dogs Australia SA/NT undertakes to support people living with blindness or a visual impairment.

16/04/2026

Madderns are seeking an Experienced Patent Attorney (Mechanical Engineering)!
We are looking for a highly motivated, enthusiastic Experienced and Registered Patent Attorney to join our Engineering team at Madderns, preferably at the Associate or Senior Associate level and with at least 6 to 10 years’ experience as a registered attorney.
To be considered for this role, you must have a bachelor’s degree or higher qualification in engineering, specialising in mechanical, mechatronics, aerospace, advanced manufacturing, robotics, renewable energy technology or petroleum. Plus you must be currently registered as a Patent Attorney in Australia and New Zealand.
Click on this link for more information and to apply:

Join our successful Patent Attorney teams at Madderns. Work with a diverse range of clients to protect their inventions.