Principal | Senior Registered Patent Attorney IP Gateway Patent and Trademark Attorneys
Wayne Slater serves as the Principal and Senior Registered Patent Attorney at IP Gateway, holding registration in both Australia and New Zealand. With a career that spans over two decades, Wayne has built a distinguished practice in intellectual property law. His leadership at IP Gateway is characterised by a commitment to personalised service, frequent client interaction, and a focus on fostering strong professional relationships. This client-focused approach is recognised as a core strength of the firm. Under Wayne's guidance since 2006, IP Gateway has become known for delivering timely and effective intellectual property solutions both locally and internationally. Specialising in patents, trade marks, and registered designs, the firm offers strategic direction and robust protection strategies to clients looking to safeguard their intellectual property assets. Wayne's expertise is underscored by his deep understanding of Australian IP law and his commitment to staying informed about legislative changes. Before founding IP Gateway, Wayne was a Partner at Pizzeys Patent and Trade Mark Attorneys for eight years and served as an Associate at Phillips Ormonde Fitzpatrick. He began his career as an Attorney at Adams & Adams, gaining valuable insights and experience that continue to influence his practice today. Wayne's academic background is rooted in engineering and law, having completed his B. Eng in Chemical Engineering and LL.B at the University of KwaZulu-Natal. This dual expertise in technical and legal disciplines provides a comprehensive foundation for his work in intellectual property, enabling him to navigate complex cases with technical acumen and legal precision.
Principal Owner
IP Gateway Patent &Trade Mark Attorneys
Jan 2006 - Present • 20 years 10 months
Partner
Pizzeys Patent and Trade Mark Attorneys
Jan 1998 - Jan 2006 • 8 years
Associate
phillips ormonde fitzpatrick
Jan 1992 - Jan 1997 • 5 years
Attorney
Adams & Adams
Jan 1988 - Jan 1992 • 4 years
B. Eng (Chemical Engineering), LL.B, Engineering, Law
University of KwaZulu-Natal
1979 - 1987
Engineering, Law
University of KwaZulu-Natal
1979 - 1987
Last checked: 21 Sept 2026 • Checked with IP certificates
