bredenkamp IP attorneys

intellectual property
attorneys you can trust

Founded in 2012 by Karel Bredenkamp, a seasoned patent attorney with over 30 years’ experience, our firm is dedicated to guiding clients through every stage of their IP journey—from strategy and registration to commercialisation, enforcement, and ongoing management.

Founded in 2012 by Karel Bredenkamp, a seasoned patent attorney with 30 years’ experience, our firm is dedicated to guiding clients through every stage of their IP journey.

Boutique IP Experts

Protecting Innovation, Empowering Growth.
Protect Your IP Today.

About Us

Founded in 2012 by Karel Bredenkamp, a patent attorney with over 30 years’ experience, we are a boutique intellectual property firm dedicated to understanding our clients’ businesses and guiding them through every stage of IP—from strategy and registration to commercialisation and enforcement.

Expertise & Services

Our professionals bring substantial experience in patents, trademarks, registered designs, copyright, trade secrets, contract law, licensing, and IP litigation. We prosecute applications worldwide and provide litigation services ranging from enforcement and defense to complex disputes, including Anton Piller orders.

Supporting Start‑Ups & Corporates

We assist new ventures and established businesses with structuring partnerships, shareholder agreements, non‑disclosure agreements, and IP‑focused contracts. From funding and development to licensing and marketing, we help turn ideas into thriving enterprises—an especially rewarding part of our practice.

Intellectual Property Expertise

Consulting services designed
for real business outcomes

Consulting services designed for real business outcomes

Trademarks & designs

Safeguard brand identity and product designs with registration, monitoring, and defense services that secure your competitive edge in the marketplace.

Iintellectual Property Litigation

Our litigation team handles disputes, enforcement, and appeals, including Anton Piller orders, with careful planning to achieve the best possible outcomes.

Start‑Up & Corporate support

From shareholder agreements to licensing and partnerships, we help businesses structure legally sound frameworks that drive growth and reduce risk.

IP across south african borders

We have our footprint
across the african continent

Serving the globe from africa.

we are a gateway to africa

With extensive regional expertise, we help businesses and innovators protect, enforce, and maximize the value of their IP across diverse jurisdictions, ensuring growth and security in a competitive market.