At FPA, we focus on two areas of intellectual property – patents and designs. We are the only Intellectual Property firm in Australia with this degree of specialisation.
FPA’s clients truly value the deep expertise that our attorneys are known for. We use our expertise to bring insights, solve problems and co-create custom solutions.
FPA Patent Attorneys is delighted to announce the following promotions, effective from 1 July 2025
FPA Patent Attorneys is delighted to announce the promotion of Rohan Williams to Senior Associate, effective from 1 July 2025.
FPA Patent Attorneys is delighted to share that five of its principals have received the prestigious "Patent Star" designation in Managing IP's IP Stars 2025 rankings.
FPA Patent Attorneys has retained its Gold Tier ranking for Patent Prosecution in Australia in the highly regarded IAM Patent 1000 2025 rankings, with nine Principals across Australian and Singapore offices receiving individual recognition as leading patent professionals.
FPA is delighted to receive this recognition, building on our previous successes in 2021 and 2019.
FPA has retained its Gold Tier ranking for Patent Prosecution in Australia by IAM Patent 1000, as well as individual principal recognition from IAM Patent 1000 and Managing IP IP Stars in their respective 2025 lists.
Whilst FPA are registered to practice in Australia, New Zealand and Singapore, we also have extensive experience in the Southeast Asian (SEA) patent market where we provide superior outcomes for clients when navigating this burgeoning and increasingly important region.
A major focus for FPA has been to use our skills and experience to substantially improve the efficiency and outcomes of patent prosecution in this part of the world.
We do more than just prosecute.
FPA has cultivated deep relationships with incubators and investors, such that we are often the first port of call as part of the due diligence process when they are looking to invest in a new start-up.
Our attorneys are also heavily involved in contentious matters, whether these are directly between parties, at the patent office or providing assistance to lawyers before the Courts.
We also provide global renewals management services.
FPA Patent Attorneys Firm of the Year Patent Prosecution
Whether it’s the creation, management, enforcement or commercialisation of your intellectual property rights, our purpose is to efficiently deliver an individualised client service offering to exceed expectations.
FPA comprises a large, energetic, experienced and diverse team of patent attorneys qualified in a range of science and engineering disciplines.
Further, our patent attorneys generally have industry or postdoctoral experience in their respective fields of expertise and an interest in continuing education in these fields, which means that they are well placed to understand innovative technical concepts and to translate them into IP specifications.
FPA is an independent, top-tier, Australian based, private incorporated registered attorney firm and a member of the QANTM Group. For more information on the QANTM Group and members of the Group, please visit Ownership Structure or QANTM IP.
Australian Patent Prosecution, Managing IP
Patent Prosecution, Managing Intellectual Property IP Stars Handbook
IAM Patent 1000
To assist you further, be it in the services or expertise we provide, career offerings or an administrative task, please contact your closest office.
Whilst our attorneys are primarily located in Melbourne, Sydney and Singapore, they are available for video conference calls and are regularly travelling interstate and overseas.
Level 19, South Tower
80 Collins Street
Melbourne VIC 3000
Level 19, South Tower
80 Collins Street
Melbourne VIC 3000
21 Merchant Road
#04-01
Singapore 058267
