Services under Trademark

1. Trademark Search and Analysis
• Conducting Trademark Searches: A trademark search to ensure that the desired trademark is not already registered or too similar to an existing one. This helps avoid potential conflicts and infringements.
• Analysis of Trademark Availability: Whether a trademark is registrable or likely to face legal challenges based on its uniqueness and distinctiveness.

2. Trademark Registration
• Filing Trademark Application: Filing a trademark application with the relevant government authority (e.g., Intellectual Property Office, Trademark Registry).
• Choosing the Right Class: Advise on selecting the correct class for the goods or services under which the trademark should be registered, in compliance with international standards such as the Nice Classification.
• Handling Documents: Documentation needed to complete the registration process, including drafting and filing necessary forms.

3. Trademark Prosecution and Handling Objections
• Responding to Office Actions/Objections: If the Trademark Office raises any objections regarding the application. Proper Response by addressing the concerns raised and filing necessary amendments or arguments.
• Defending Against Oppositions: If another party opposes the trademark registration, Counter statement will be filed with proper remarks and appearance before department , working to overcome any opposition.

4. Trademark Licensing and Assignment
• Licensing Agreements : Assistance will be provided in drafting trademark licensing agreements, where the trademark owner allows another party to use the trademark under specified terms.
• Trademark Assignment: Assistance and guidance in trademark assignment, where ownership of the trademark is transferred to another entity or individual.

5. Trademark Renewal and Maintenance
• Renewal of Trademark Registration: Trademarks are valid for a set period (typically 10 years).Assurance is provided that the trademark is renewed on time to maintain its protection.

6. Trademark Enforcement and Protection
• Cease and Desist Letters: If someone is infringing on a registered trademark a cease and desist letter, demanding that the infringing party stop using the mark shall be drafted and sent.
• Trademark Infringement Litigation: If there is an infringement or violation of rights, representing client in legal proceedings before the courts or intellectual property tribunals, such as the Intellectual Property Appellate Board (IPAB) or National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) in India.
• Trademark Monitoring: Professionals can monitor the market for unauthorized use of a trademark, ensuring that no one is infringing on their client’s intellectual property.

7. Trademark Assignment and Sale
• Transfer of Ownership: Assistance and guidance with the sale or transfer of trademark rights between parties, ensuring that all legal documentation and filings are completed correctly.
• Valuation of Trademark: Assessing the value of a trademark, which is essential when it comes to sale or valuation for mergers, acquisitions, or investment.

8. Trademark Portfolio Management
• Managing Multiple Trademarks: For businesses with many trademarks, Assistance and guidance in managing a trademark portfolio, ensuring that each trademark is properly maintained, renewed, and enforced across various jurisdictions.

9. Trademark Commercialization and Branding
• Brand Strategy: Assist businesses in building a brand strategy around their trademark, helping ensure that their trademark adds value to their business.
• Market Expansion: Guide businesses on how to expand their brand presence by leveraging their trademark in new markets and product lines.
10. Trademark Claims and Legal Notices
• Filing a Trademark Claim: Filing of trademark claim on behalf of the client if a trademark is being infringed upon.
• Issuing Legal Notices: If another entity is violating trademark rights, legal notices can be issued demanding corrective action or compensation.