Javier Peñalba — Fractional IP Director

Protect what
you invent.

Most founders file patents reactively, inconsistently, or too late — wasting budget and leaving valuable innovations exposed. I build your IP strategy from the ground up: uncovering what's truly patentable, designing the most cost-effective protection, and coordinating drafting and filing through a trusted global network.

I treat your portfolio with the same care and commitment I would my own.

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Javier Peñalba
Fractional IP Director
Frankfurt, Germany
Over 13+ Years in IP
Developed and managed over 1000 IP Assets
Serving over 15 Markets

What I offer

IP strategy built around your invention

Not just filing — thinking. From your first idea to a protected, commercially defensible portfolio.

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Invention discovery

I help you see what's protectable in your technology — often things your team doesn't realise are patentable. Starting with deep listening, not paperwork.

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Portfolio strategy

Targeted, cost-effective protection across the right jurisdictions — no wasted filings, no dangerous gaps. Strategy first, prosecution second.

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Patent drafting & filing

From invention to granted patent — I coordinate high-quality drafting through my trusted global network, managing the full process from inventor interview to filing. Fixed-fee packages available.

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Founder coaching

As an IPEC-certified coach, I help you think clearly about IP decisions — not just execute them. Sometimes the most valuable conversation is the one before you file anything.

Who I work with

Built for founders who are building something real

I work with deep-tech founders, inventors, and scale-ups who need senior IP thinking without a full-time hire.

AI & robotics startups Deep-tech founders IoT & sensor companies Individual inventors Scale-ups entering new markets DACH Spain LatAm US
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13+ Years International IP

Patent drafting, prosecution, and portfolio management across the US, Europe, China and 15+ jurisdictions.

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IPEC Certified Professional Coach

The coaching dimension that most IP consultants don't have — helping founders make better decisions, not just receive advice.

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WIPO Certified · BSc Engineering · MBA

Technical depth and business fluency — I speak both inventor language and boardroom language.

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EN · ES · DE · FR · IT · CN

Working across languages and cultures — because your IP protection needs to be global from day one.

How it works

From first conversation to protected portfolio

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Free discovery call

30 minutes. I tell you honestly what I see and what I'd prioritise. No commitment, no pitch.

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Clear proposal

A written scope with fixed deliverables, timeline, and price. No hourly surprises.

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Strategy & execution

We build your IP strategy together and I coordinate everything — attorneys, filings, prosecution.

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Ongoing partnership

Monthly retainer or project-based — flexible, rolling, always aligned with where your company is heading.

Book a free call

30 minutes. No strings attached.

Pick a time that works for you. I'll tell you honestly what I see in your IP situation and what I'd prioritise — whether we work together or not.

Get in touch

Let's talk about your IP

Have a question or want to discuss a project? Send me a message and I'll get back to you within one business day.

📞 +49 176 43308377 ✉ javier@penalba-ip.com in LinkedIn 🪪 Digital business card
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