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IP Legal Clinic

Administered byIntellectual Property Office of Singapore logo· Last verified 23 Oct 2026

Free one-time 45-minute preliminary legal consultation on IP disputes such as cease-and-desist letters, copying, oppositions, invalidation or revocation.

Support
Free 45-minute session (IPOS pays for the initial consultation).
Maximum funding
No fixed cap published
How to apply
booking.gov.sg (IPOS IP Legal Clinic)
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Recent changes

No 2025/2026 change found.

Who is eligible

  • Singapore citizens, PRs and Singapore-registered businesses

Quick eligibility check

  1. 1. Are you a Singapore citizen, PR or Singapore-registered business?
  2. 2. Do you face an IP dispute (copying, cease-and-desist, opposition)?
  3. 3. Have you not used the free IP Legal Clinic before?
  4. 4. Do you need preliminary legal advice rather than full representation?

0 of 4 answered.

What it covers

  • Initial legal consultation fee

How to apply

  1. Book via the IPOS booking link
  2. Prepare documents on the dispute
  3. Attend the 45-minute session

Documents you need

  • Cease-and-desist letter or opposition notice received (if any)
  • Evidence of your IP (registration certificates, dated works)
  • Evidence of the alleged infringement

Frequently asked questions

What is the IP Legal Clinic?

Free one-time 45-minute preliminary legal consultation on IP disputes such as cease-and-desist letters, copying, oppositions, invalidation or revocation.

How much funding does IP Legal Clinic give?

Free 45-minute session (IPOS pays for the initial consultation).

Who is eligible for IP Legal Clinic?

Singapore citizens, PRs and Singapore-registered businesses

How do I apply for IP Legal Clinic?

Apply through booking.gov.sg (IPOS IP Legal Clinic).

What documents do I need for IP Legal Clinic?

Cease-and-desist letter or opposition notice received (if any); Evidence of your IP (registration certificates, dated works); Evidence of the alleged infringement.

Sources

Information last verified on 23 Oct 2026. Grant rules change often. Always confirm with IPOS before you apply.

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