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A Trademark is a company’s persona and identity in the marketplace. A trade mark is often referred to as a “brand” or “brand name”. A trade mark can apply to goods and/or services. A trade mark used in connection with the provision of services may also be referred to as a “service mark.” By distinguishing your goods or services from those of other traders, a trademark is probably the single most valuable marketing tool that most traders can have.
A trade mark is a visible sign that can, in the course of trade, distinguish the goods or services of one trader from those of other traders. Such visible signs may include words, including names, signatures, colours, designs, letters, numbers and the shape of the goods or their packaging or any combination of these.
Benefits Of Trademark Registration
As the owner of a registered Trademark, you:
– Have the exclusive right to use your registered trade mark as a brand name, for the goods and services specified in the registration.
– Have the exclusive right to authorize other people to use your registered trade mark for the goods and services specified in the registration.
– Have a registered trade mark which is personal property and can be sold.
– Can stop other people from using your trademark as their brand name, on the goods or services of your trade mark registration.
Our Services
Trademark Clearance Searches
Trademark Application Preparation and filing
Office Action Responses
Trademark Assignments
Trademark Change of Ownership
Trademark Portfolio Management
Trademark Renewal Filings
Our Process
Clearance Search
Step 1. Once you complete our engagement form, we will conduct a comprehensive trademark search. We seek to identify any possible issues with your requisite trademark prior to making the application such as identifying similar marks or business names.
Consultation
Step 2. Within 3 days of commencing work, we will return the trademark search results for your review. If you have any queries, our team of professionals can respond to your concerns about the search results and any other questions about the trademark registration process.
Application Filed
Step 3. Our experienced team will prepare your trademark application for filing and provide you with our official filing report within 1-4 days of filing the application. Additionally, we will advise you on the best route and methods to secure your business.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Who Can Apply For A Trademark & How?
Who Benefits From A Trademark?
> The Government earns revenue as a fee for registration and protection of registration of trademarks aswell.
> The Legal professionals render services (such as IPCS Caribbean) to the entrepreneurs regarding selection registration and protection of trademarks and get remunerations for the same.
The registration of a trademark confers upon the owner the exclusive right to the use the trademark in relation to the goods or services in respect of which the mark is registered and to indicate so by using the symbol (R), and seek the relief of infringement in appropriate courts in the country. The exclusive right is however subject to any conditions entered on the register such as limitation of area of use etc. Also, where two or more persons have registered identical or nearly similar marks due to special circumstances, such exclusive right does not operate against each other.
How Long Does My Application Take?
How Long Does A Trademark Last?
The initial trademark registration lasts six years. After the five-year anniversary of a trademark registration, an owner must filed a Section 8 Declaration form. This indicates to the USPTO that the mark is still in active use. Owners must file this form on or before the six-year anniversary date. Additionally, after the nine-year anniversary, the owner must file a Combined Section 8 Declaration and Section 9 Application for Renewal. This is due before the 10-year anniversary of the registration date. An additional Section 8 Declaration and Section 9 Application for Renewal is required every 10 years thereafter.
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