Protecting Your Innovations and Creations
Karl is the face behind Dittko IP. He brings a rich and varied background including academia, IP private practice, and in-house IP roles. Additionally, his business experience spans everything from start-ups, including one of his own, through to large corporations.
Karl is a seasoned Patent and Trade Mark Attorney with a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering. He has over a decade of experience in the IP space and is a Fellow of the Institute of Patent and Trade Mark Attorneys of Australia (IPTA). His specialties include IP management and strategy, product innovation, and sustainable technology development. Karl excels at managing global IP portfolios and strategies, handling IP licensing and litigation, and converting technical knowledge into commercially impactful guidance.
Karl’s technical expertise spans more than two decades and covers a remarkably broad spectrum, ranging from mining and agriculture, to consumer products, automation, energy, and medical devices, among others.
Dr Karl Dittko
Registered Patent and Trade Mark Attorney
Personalised Expertise, Proven Results
Showcasing our commitment through tailored service and solid legal expertise in intellectual property law.
Certified IP Specialist
Transparent Fixed Pricing
Client-Focused Approach
Australia and New Zealand
Personalised Patent and IP Solutions
At Dittko IP, we deliver personalised IP services in patents, trade marks, and registered designs. In particular, we value integrity, clear communication, and cost transparency, ensuring you receive expert guidance tailored to your unique needs on the Sunshine Coast and beyond.
Working with an individual you know means you will get consistent and personalised advice specific to your business, all at a fraction of the cost of the big firms.
Technology Areas:
- Mechanical Engineering
- Mining
- Agriculture
- Automation
- Energy
- Sustainable Technologies
- Consumer Products
- Medical Devices
More Than Just Filing Applications
We provide a holistic approach to your Intellectual Property. That is, one custom fit to your needs and designed to evolve with your business.
IP Portfolio Management
Some companies have an IP portfolio but find it hard to manage. For example, they may not have a dedicated IP Manager, so the portfolio becomes overlooked or neglected. So, we can help you manage your portfolio, making sure nothing is missed and improving efficiency.
Commercial Strategy
Making your IP work for you involves many factors that differ for each business. So, we can help create a plan to get value from your Intellectual Property. For example, this includes taking steps to identify IP, securing protection before sharing inventions, watching marketplaces, and deciding when and how to enforce your rights.
Entitlement and Licensing
Proper documents and agreements help avoid future IP ownership disputes. To help, we can review or create contracts, employment agreements, IP assignments, and ensure you truly own the IP you believe you do.
Freedom To Operate
Starting a new business or developing a new product can be risky if you don’t know your competitors’ IP rights. Therefore, we research the risks and help you create a plan to handle any issues now or later.