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We are experts in IP protection with over 45 years of experience and a strong history of more than 30 years in the Eurasia region, including Russia and Ukraine. As the first foreign IP company to enter the Russian market, we continue to be one of the largest foreign IP operators in the area. We serve as your gateway to the Russia-Eurasia region.

News

Important changes to the trademark official fee structure in Russia

30.9.2025
Article

Starting 4 October 2025, the official fees for examination of a trademark application and renewal in Russia will change, with significant adjustments to the official fees for both examination and renewal.

WIPR: An update on patenting in Ukraine, Russia and Eurasia

12.9.2025
Article

Patent Attorney Erik Viik has written an article, providing a lookout at what international applicants need to be aware of to secure and manage their patent rights across the region. 

Stronger together: How we support Brand Action at Papula-Nevinpat

11.8.2025
Blog

Read our story by our Annikki Hämäläinen of how we support Brand Action.

Significant changes to intellectual property compensation laws in Russia: Key updates and implications

31.7.2025
Article

As Federal Law No. 214-FZ on “compensation for IP infringement” was published on 8 July 2025, it introduced significant changes to the Russian Civil Code regarding the award of compensation for the infringement of intellectual property rights. The law will come into effect in January 2026.

We protect your IP rights with more than 150 experts

  • Anssi Tullila started working at Papula-Nevinpat in 1998. He has extensive experience in identifying and handling inventions, drafting and prosecuting patent applications.

    TULLILA ANSSI
    Team Leader, Chemistry, Biotechnology and Process Technology, European Patent Attorney

  • Timo Helino counsels clients on creating and developing their industrial property rights strategies. Timo has also successfully represented our Finnish clients in opposition and appeal processes as well as in litigation proceedings at different levels at Court.

    HELINO TIMO
    Senior Counsel

  • Laura´s patent expertise includes identifying and handling inventions, drafting and prosecuting patent applications, and counselling in IP-related matters.

    HUHDANMÄKI LAURA
    European Patent Attorney

  • Mikko Nissinen is a registered patent attorney at Papula-Nevinpat. His duties include drafting patent applications, prosecuting patents and advising customers in their patenting issues.

    NISSINEN MIKKO
    European Patent Attorney

  • Lotta Ahovaara is an IP lawyer and a European trademark attorney at Papula-Nevinpat.

    AHOVAARA LOTTA
    Lawyer (trained on the bench), European Trademark and Design Attorney, Licensed Legal Counsel

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