Our Firm's Journey

At TJIP, we pride ourselves on our rich history of providing exceptional intellectual property services tailored to our clients’ needs. Our mission is to empower innovators by safeguarding their ideas and fostering a culture of creativity and protection.

Discover the Journey of TJIP Patents, Trade Marks & Designs:

Our Story and Commitment to Innovation

Established in the heart of Townsville after gaining patent and trade mark experience in London, Sydney and Adelaide, TJIP Patents has been built on a vision to provide exceptional Intellectual Property services in Australia and internationally.

The latest technology is our fun and games and our daily work and we enjoy sharing our skills with you to seek protection for your intellectual property. We are focused on practical, realistic and economic pathways, seeking good outcomes for our clients. Unlike other registered Patent Attorney’s, TJIP is a fully Australian-owned and operated registered Patent and Trade Marks Attorney services firm, that is fully independent. This means, we have your best interests at heart.

Dedication

Professional Expertise

Meet the qualified professionals behind TJIP.

Tara J Parish

Principal

BSc(Hons), PgCertIP(QMWLondon), Master’s IP, Registered Patent Attorney, Registered Trade Marks Attorney, Fellow IPTA, Treasurer & Council Member FICPI Australia, Member APAA, Innovation Mentor CSIRO

Tara J Parish is a scientist first with a technical degree, before training in IP law and becoming a registered Patent Attorney and registered Trade Marks attorney in Australia. Tara has been practising Intellectual Property law for more than 25 years internationally.

Tara has a practical approach to working through applications for IP rights and collaborating with clients to achieve their desired outcomes. Tara has been recognised as a senior member of the profession having been appointed a Fellow of the professional institute IPTA and has been invited to serve on the council of FICPI Australia, a representative body of Patent Attorneys., as well as of the APAA, and other senior patent attorney groups around the world.

Through mentoring, including for CSIRO On-Prime program Tara gives back to the scientific and innovation community through assessing new inventions and supporting new technologies.

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Our Memberships

At TJIP, we believe in giving back to our community. Our approachable team actively participates in local initiatives to support innovation and education.

The Institute of Patent and Trade Mark Attorneys of Australia (IPTA) is the peak professional body representing over 1,000 Australian patent and Trade Mark attorneys. It promotes improvements in IP laws and regulations, upholds a strict code of ethics, and fosters knowledge-sharing among members. IPTA supports both practitioners and clients by offering professional development, dispute resolution, and access to high-quality IP expertise with international links. Its mission is to drive excellence in IP practice while advocating for innovation and improved IP policies.
FICPI is the only international NGO made up solely of IP attorneys in private practice, united by a shared commitment to advocacy and common solutions for the profession. Its members represent a wide range of clients, from individuals and small businesses to multinationals, universities, and government bodies. By working with independent IP attorneys, clients gain the benefit of high-quality advice, external perspective, and dedicated expertise across patents, Trade Marks, designs, copyright, trade secrets, and other IP matters.
The Asian Patent Attorneys Association (APAA) is a non-governmental organisation established in 1969 to promote and enhance intellectual property protection across the Asian region, including Australia and New Zealand. With over 2,500 members from 21 recognised groups, APAA brings together leading practitioners of intellectual property law. Members meet regularly to network, share knowledge, and exchange views on IP protection. Through its large membership and expertise, APAA plays a key role in shaping and strengthening intellectual property practices in the region.

The Institute of Patent and Trade Mark Attorneys of Australia (IPTA) is the peak professional body representing over 1,000 Australian patent and trade mark attorneys. It promotes improvements in IP laws and regulations, upholds a strict code of ethics, and fosters knowledge-sharing among members. IPTA supports both practitioners and clients by offering professional development, dispute resolution, and access to high-quality IP expertise with international links. Its mission is to drive excellence in IP practice while advocating for innovation and improved IP policies.
FICPI is the only international NGO made up solely of IP attorneys in private practice, united by a shared commitment to advocacy and common solutions for the profession. Its members represent a wide range of clients, from individuals and small businesses to multinationals, universities, and government bodies. By working with independent IP attorneys, clients gain the benefit of high-quality advice, external perspective, and dedicated expertise across patents, trade marks, designs, copyright, trade secrets, and other IP matters.
The Asian Patent Attorneys Association (APAA) is a non-governmental organisation established in 1969 to promote and enhance intellectual property protection across the Asian region, including Australia and New Zealand. With over 2,500 members from 21 recognised groups, APAA brings together leading practitioners of intellectual property law. Members meet regularly to network, share knowledge, and exchange views on IP protection. Through its large membership and expertise, APAA plays a key role in shaping and strengthening intellectual property practices in the region.

Giving Back

Our Commitment to Community Engagement and Support

At TJIP Patents & Trade Marks, we believe in giving back to our community, both through fun social activities and to develop understanding of the innovation eco-system so that innovative and creative thinking can thrive. Our approachable team actively participates in local initiatives to support innovation and IP education.

Local Involvement

We sponsor workshops and events to empower local entrepreneurs and innovators. TJIP are proud sponsors of the Townsville Outrigger Canoe Club since 2012 and the Townsville Funky Book Club since 2017 a local book club of 350+ members. TJIP also is an organiser for the local START UP group of 400 members for new innovators

Open Approach

Our firm is actively involved in local groups, providing education and support on Patents, Trade Marks, and Designs to local businesses. We make ourselves available so that members of the community can ask questions about Intellectual Property rights, Patents, Trade marks, and Designs, when the opportunity arises. Likewise on-line you can ask questions as a start or our Acting for you in IP matters.

Resources

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Improving Intellectual Property Nationally and Internationally:

Through the voluntary work of Tara J. Parish at FICPI Australia, she collaborates with the council to support the needs of the Intellectual Property landscape in Australia and internationally. Practise and law changes impact inventors, businesses, government, and IP professionals, and FICPI Australia works with all stakeholders to discuss the issues and keep the system strong. We advocate for change, or against proposed changes, for example, that may unduly impact certain stakeholders to keep the system fair for all users.

"TJIP transformed our innovative idea into a protected asset, guiding us every step of the way with expertise and care."

Emma Johnson

CEO, Innovate Ltd