Champions of innovation, we navigate your IP across the globe.

Our independent status ensures we’re focused on your success, regardless of where your journey takes you.

Empowering innovation. Protecting what matters.

Meet FB Rice, Australia and New Zealand’s most trusted intellectual property firm. With over 75 years of experience we are the leading choice for innovators across Australia, New Zealand and South East Asia.
Wherever there is innovation, we are there. We create value, protect ideas, and partner with you to shape the future.
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Madeleine Kelly appointed as new Managing Partner of FB Rice

Madeleine Kelly has been appointed as the new Managing Partner of FB Rice, succeeding Brett Lunn, who has served in the role for 16 years. Starting 1 July 2025, Madeleine will lead the firm into its next chapter of growth.
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Our expertise

As market leaders, we respond to your IP needs with the right technical expert every time. Our award winning firm comprises IP specialists from a wide range of technologies and industries including Biotechnology, Chemistry, Engineering, Medical Technology, Computer and Electrical Sciences. We thrive on our ability to solve problems and give practical advice by combining outstanding intellectual capability, creativity and commercial insight.
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Navigating the R&D Tax Incentive program?

At FB Rice, R&D tax consulting is an integral part of our IP strategy service offering.
Kate Mahady, Partner and Head of our R&D tax consulting team, shares her extensive experience in guiding clients through their R&D journey.
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Our people

We are responsive, thoughtful and reliable, to make IP easy for you.
We recruit the best technical experts and empower them through training and mentoring to deliver a superior service. Our people have excellent communication skills and we foster an inclusive environment that extends from our employees to our clients.
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