Trademark
The protection of industrial property values is a key need of company management.
Where, when, and what trademark to register implies having a comprehensive knowledge of legal questions relating to industrial property, as well as procedural matters. In a fast-paced environment and global economy, such simple questions as "where, when, and what" quickly become extremely complex.
Using the services of a specialist allows an understanding of the advantages and disadvantages of a specific registration system, including how to register a trademark designed to be exploited worldwide.
For businesses and individuals domiciled outside the EU, it is necessary to appoint a European attorney, who will act as a professional representative at the European Trademark Office (OAMI). Besides, an experienced trademark attorney can manage registrations in all parts of the world (USPTO, OAMI, WIPO).
A trademark lawyer can provide advice about:
- the availability of a proposed trademark;
- the products and services that cover trademark application (the drafting has consequences on the scope of the trademark protection);
- the legal grounds for acceptation of the proposed trademark by the trademark office in France (INPI) or by other offices;
- possible objections made by the trademark office;
- the preparation of a focused and efficient response to the office's objections.
Your trademark lawyer can advise you about registration costs and strategy.
Services
In addition, your trademark lawyer can:
- provide services of surveillance, maintenance, and renewal;
- prepare and send warning letters in the case of trademark infringement;
- help you obtain proof of counterfeiting, investigate and obtain information on infringing companies;
- search and report any illicit trademark registration worldwide;
- file opposition procedures at the trademark office;
- file cancellation applications at the trademark office.
