Trademark Registration

What It Means

Trademark registration grants you exclusive rights to use a particular name, symbol, or logo in your line of business. It’s a legal shield against infringement, imitation, and misuse.

Governing Framework

·       Trade Marks Act, 1999

·       Trademark Rules, 2017

·       NICE Classification (Goods/Services Classes)

Process

·       Identify correct class(es) and draft TM application

·       Submit TM-A along with supporting documents

·       Monitor for acceptance, objections, or examination reports

·       Reply to objections (if any) and attend hearings

·       Advertisement in TM Journal

·       Wait for opposition window (4 months)

·       Final registration and certificate issuance

Key Benefits

·       Establishes brand ownership and legal exclusivity

·       Enhances brand value and investor confidence

·       Enables licensing, franchising, and enforcement

·       Acts as an intangible asset on the balance sheet

Ideal For

·       Any business operating under a unique identity

·       Exporters needing international brand protection

·       Franchisors and product-based businesses

Basic Requirements

·       Trademark search clearance

·       Logo/design sample (if applicable)

·       TM application form (TM-A), KYC & authorization

How Law to Corporate Helps

·       Selection of appropriate class(es)

·       Drafting and filing of TM application

·       Responding to objections and attending hearings

·       Coordinating publication and final registration

·       Assistance with renewals and assignments