Having a representative
When applying to register a design, it is not compulsory to appoint a representative if your domicile or registered office is in Finland.
If you have neither a domicile nor a registered office in Finland, you must appoint a representative residing in the European Economic Area. The representative is obligated to represent you in all matters concerning the design.
If you have a representative, you must give their name, domicile or registered office and address in your application. Remember to enclose a power of attorney.
Go to the page with the powers of attorney.
Who can act as a representative?
Any natural person can act as a representative.
The industrial property attorney board keeps a register of authorised design attorneys. The register includes those design attorneys who have passed an examination assessing their professional skills. Authorised attorneys act under regular supervision. Read more in Finnish