A Comprehensive Guide to Patent Registration in CARICOM and CARIFORUM Nations

by Abiola Inniss

Overview

Unlock the Caribbean: Your Definitive Guide to Patent Protection
Following the success of the acclaimed A Comprehensive Guide to Trademark Registrations in the Caribbean, By Dr. Abiola Inniss, this essential new volume tackles the complex world of patent law across the CARIFORUM nations.
Navigating the patent landscape of the Caribbean can be a daunting task. With 16 different countries come 16 different sets of laws, procedures, and challenges. From modernized systems to legacy re-registration routes and administrative "processing gaps," securing your intellectual property in this vital economic region requires expert guidance.
This comprehensive guide is the indispensable resource for inventors, entrepreneurs, and legal professionals seeking to protect their innovations. It demystifies the entire process, offering a clear, country-by-country breakdown of the patent systems in every CARIFORUM member state.
Inside, you will discover:
• In-Depth Country Profiles: A detailed analysis of the patent laws, application procedures, examination processes, and fee structures for all 16 CARIFORUM nations.
• Strategic Filing Advice: Master the three primary routes to protection—direct national filing, the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT), and the UK re-registration system—and learn which strategy best suits your needs.
• Expert Navigation of "Processing Gaps": Gain critical insights into how to manage risk and secure your priority date in jurisdictions with transitional or currently inoperative systems.
• Practical Checklists and Requirements: Get clear, actionable information on the necessary documentation, from power of attorney forms to specifications and priority claims.
• Regional and International Context: Understand the impact of key treaties like the CARIFORUM-EU Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA), the Paris Convention, and the TRIPS Agreement on your IP strategy.
Whether you are a multinational corporation expanding into the Caribbean, a local innovator with a groundbreaking idea, or an IP attorney advising clients, this guide provides the clarity and strategic advantage you need. Don't leave your most valuable assets unprotected.

Product Details

BN ID:	2940184612911
Publisher:	Abiola Inniss
Publication date:	07/30/2025
Series:	Comprehensive Guidebooks to Intellectual Property registrations in eth Caribbean , #2
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
File size:	140 KB

About the Author

Dr. Abiola Inniss is the leading analyst and author on Caribbean Intellectual Property law and policy. She is the Executive Founding Director of the Caribbean and Americas Intellectual Property Organization (CAAIPO), a non-profit think tank dedicated to the research and practical development of intellectual property rights in the Caribbean and other developing nations.
Dr. Inniss holds a Ph.D. in Public Policy and Administration with a specialization in Law and Policy from Walden University and a Master of Laws in Business Law from DeMontfort University, UK. Her extensive research includes the seminal work, "Examining Intellectual Property Rights, innovation and technology within the Caricom Single Market and Economy," and the acclaimed first book in this series,
"A Comprehensive Guide to Trademark Registrations in the Caribbean".
A world-recognized expert, Dr. Inniss, has lectured globally and is a special consultant to international organizations on Caribbean copyright issues. Her work also extends to intellectual property law in other developing regions, including Central Africa. As the founder of the Caribbean Law Digest Online and a respected Alternative Dispute Resolution professional, she continues to be a pivotal voice in shaping the future of intellectual property in the Caribbean.