TRADEMARK
Protect your logo, name & identity. Fast and expert-led registration by Professionals Law.
Introduction and Its Compliance
A Trademark can be a single logo, word, symbol or a combination that sets apart your products and services from those of another in the same market system. The Registration of Trademark provides exclusive ownership and legal rights under the Trade Marks Act, 1999. It is an essential part of brand identity, as it can help businesses establish themselves and stand out from the competition. Professionals Law offers seamless trademark services across the nation. From trademark search and classification to filing, including objection and opposition handling, Professionals Law makes sure that your brand is protected and fully compliant under the law, with all the statutory framework that is needed.
Why It Is Needed
Protecting your brand from being imitated and used unauthorizedly is crucial and that is where trademark registration comes into picture. It grants its owner a monopoly in use of the mark with respect to a particular product or service. Without having it registered, your competitors could take advantage of your name and you will have a hard time enforcing your rights. Professionals Law ensures that your brand’s image and identity is protected across all the legal fronts.
Benefits and Advantages
Exclusive Rights for Ownership:
Once you register your trademark, you own your brand name or logo and become the only party that can use it; no other company or person can lawfully use your brand name or logo.
Legal Shield:
Trademarks that are registered have legal backing. We at Professionals Law assist you in filing suit for any kind of violation or replication.
Brand Value & Name:
A trade mark is associated with a business and helps a business with recognition and goodwill. As it grows it becomes an inimitable company asset.
Nation-Wide Protection:
Once a trademark has been registered with Professionals Law, it enjoys protection all over India, irrespective of the locality to which your business operates.
Essential for Business Growth:
Trademark is an essential asset when seeking out new investors, franchising, licensing and while expanding your business overseas. Professionals Law also assists with international trademark registration, if required.
Credibility:
A registered trademark gives your brand credibility in the eyes of consumers, investors and partners.
Eligibility Criteria
- An individual, company, partnership, LLP or NGO
- The mark must be used or must have a bona fide intention to be used in future.
- The sign has to be distinctive and unique.
- The proposed trademark must not infringe on one that is already registered.
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Documents Required
Steps for Trademark Registration
Trademark Search
Professionals Law will search your trademark in depth to be sure it is unique and is not already registered.
Filing of an Application
A new trademark application is filed within the Trademark Registry electronically in Form TM-A).
Examination
The Trademark Office examines your application and reports an examination result within 1 to 2 months.
Reply to Objection (if any)
In case of any objections, Professionals Law prepares a robust reply supported with legal justifications.
Publication in Journal
After acceptance, the trademark is published in the Trademark Journal for any public opposition.
Opposition Handling (if any)
If there is any opposition raised, Professionals Law will handle the opposition matters, including legal replies and hearings.
Registration Certificate
If no objection is made or any opposition is filed or if they are resolved, the trademark will be registered and a certificate will be issued.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can file a trademark in India?
Can I register a trademark before starting the business?
What is the validity period of trademark?
Is logo registration different from name registration?
What if my trademark/brand is similar to someone else?
Is it possible for a foreign company to register a trademark in India?
Can I use the ™ symbol even if it is not registered?
What if someone else copies my trademark?
Is online trademark registration reliable?
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