Trademark Opposition & Others matters
30 January, 2024
At our firm, we understand the importance of safeguarding your unique trademark. If another party’s application threatens to infringe on your intellectual property, we offer comprehensive opposition services to fight back.
Simply put, a trademark opposition is a formal objection to another party’s application to register a trademark. There are several reasons to file an opposition, including:
- Conflicting with an Existing Trademark: If the applicant’s trademark is too similar to your registered or pending trademark, it could cause confusion among consumers.
- Deception or Confusion: Even if not identical, the applicant’s trademark might exploit the reputation of your established brand.
- False Ownership: If the applicant doesn’t rightfully own the trademark, they shouldn’t be granted registration.
Timely Action is Crucial
Acting quickly is essential in trademark opposition. You have two months after an application is advertised to file a Notice of Intention to Oppose. This initiates the process, but within one month you must submit a Statement of Grounds and Particulars explaining your opposition in detail.
Our experienced team can guide you through every step of the opposition process, including:
- Filing the Notice of Intention to Oppose to meet the strict deadlines.
- Drafting a compelling Statement of Grounds and Particulars to clearly support your claim.
- Gathering and Presenting Evidence to strengthen your case.
- Responding to the Applicant’s Arguments and defending your position effectively.
Beyond Opposition:
We offer additional services to protect your trademark:
- Trademark Infringement: If another party is already using a confusingly similar trademark, we can help you enforce your rights.
- Non-Use Cancellation: If a registered trademark isn’t being used, we can initiate proceedings to cancel it.
Transparent Pricing:
We believe in clear and upfront pricing:
- Notice of Intention to Oppose: $250 + $250 government fee.
- Statement of Grounds & Particulars: $400 – $1000 (dependent on complexity).
- Notice of Intention to Defend: $250.
- Hourly Rate: $300 (if applicable).
Don’t let a conflicting trademark harm your brand. Contact us today to discuss your opposition options and safeguard your intellectual property.
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