Trademark Opposition
Challenge and protect your brand from similar or conflicting trademarks. Our trademark opposition services help you raise objections against new applications that may harm your brand identity or create market confusion. Secure your trademark rights with strong legal protection and safeguard your business reputation.
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TRADEMARK OPPOSITION
Trademark Opposition is a legal process that allows a third party to object to the registration of a trademark after it has been published in the Trademark Journal. It helps protect existing brand owners from similar or conflicting marks that may cause confusion in the market.
This process ensures fair competition and safeguards the rights of trademark owners by preventing the registration of deceptive or identical trademarks. It is an important step in maintaining brand identity and legal protection in the marketplace.
TRADEMARK OPPOSITION PROCESS
- Step 1 – Notice of Opposition (4 months)
A notice is filed against the trademark within the prescribed time period, initiating the opposition process for review and examination.
- Step 2 – Counterstatement (2 months)
The applicant submits a detailed reply to the opposition notice, addressing all objections raised.
- Step 3 – Evidence by Opponent (2 months)
The opponent provides supporting evidence and documents against the trademark application.
- Step 4 – Evidence by Applicant (2 months)
The applicant submits evidence in support of their trademark to defend its registration.
- Step 5 – Evidence in Reply (1 month)
The opponent responds to the applicant’s evidence with additional clarification or counter-evidence.
- Step 6 – Hearing
Both parties present their arguments before the authority, and the final decision is made after proper examination of all facts and evidence.