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Home › Services › Trademark Opposition

Trademark Opposition

File or defend a trademark opposition to protect your rights during the registration process.

Overview

Protect your mark through opposition

After a trademark is advertised in the trademark journal, any third party can oppose its registration within the allowed period. If your mark is opposed, you must defend it, and if someone else infringes your rights, you can oppose their mark.

The process involves a notice of opposition, a counter statement, filing of evidence by both sides, and a hearing before the registry. Proper handling is important to protect your brand.

Our experts help you file or defend an opposition from start to finish.

Why It Helps

Key Benefits

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Protect Rights

Defend or enforce your brand rights.

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Strong Defence

A robust response to the opposition.

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Expert Drafting

Professionally drafted submissions.

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Evidence Support

Well organised supporting evidence.

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Hearing Ready

Representation at the hearing.

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Expert Handling

We manage the process for you.

Scope

What Is Included

Notice of opposition or counter statement
Filing with the trademark registry
Preparation of evidence
Representation at the hearing
Follow up on the proceedings
Guidance through the process

How It Works

Process

Consultation

We assess the opposition or your grounds.

Draft and File

We draft and file the required submission.

Evidence

We prepare and file supporting evidence.

Hearing

We represent you at the hearing.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can oppose a trademark?

Any person who believes a mark should not be registered can file an opposition within the allowed period.

What is the time limit to oppose?

Opposition must generally be filed within four months of the mark being advertised in the journal.

What is a counter statement?

It is the response filed by the applicant to defend the mark against the opposition.

Is a hearing involved?

Yes. After evidence is filed, the registry usually holds a hearing before deciding.

Ready to Handle Your Trademark Opposition?

Talk to our experts today. Your first consultation is free.