Dieter Welthagen

Dieter Welthagen is a partner in the Overseas Filing Section of the Patent Department, which is responsible for filing and prosecuting patent applications and design registration applications on behalf of clients based in countries other than South Africa. He holds BEng Civil Engineering and LLB degrees from the University of Pretoria (South Africa). He registered as a patent attorney in 2003. Practice Areas: Preparation, drafting and prosecution of patent cases (mechanical). Preparation, drafting and prosecution of design cases. Professional Involvement: Engineering Council of South Africa - member Natal Law Society - member South African Institute of Intellectual Property Law - fellow

Education:
BEng (Civil) - University of Pretoria (1990) LLB - University of Pretoria (2001) Professional Qualifications: Professional Engineer (1998) Admitted Attorney (2003) Registered Patent Attorney (2003)

Formal Admissions:
Admitted to the High Court as an attorney in January 2001.

Admission Status:
Practicing Roll

Languages:
English

Direct Contact:
  +27 (0)12 432 6000