Trademark Law
Indian & Global Protection
Protect your brand identity and build lasting business value through strategic trademark registration
What is a Trademark?
A trademark is a distinctive sign, symbol, word, phrase, logo, or design that identifies and distinguishes the source of goods or services of one party from those of others. It's your brand's unique identifier in the marketplace.
Unregistered Mark
Basic common law rights
Registered Mark
Full legal protection
Service Mark
For services, not products
How It's Used
- On products, packaging, and marketing materials
- In advertising and promotional campaigns
- On websites, social media, and digital platforms
- In business contracts and legal documents
Why It's Used
- Establish unique brand identity
- Prevent unauthorized use by competitors
- Build customer trust and loyalty
- Create valuable business assets
Key Benefits of Trademark Registration
Legal Protection
Exclusive rights to use your brand name, logo, and identity in your business category.
Brand Value
Increases business valuation and creates a valuable intangible asset for your company.
Market Recognition
Helps customers identify and trust your products/services in the marketplace.
Competitive Edge
Prevents competitors from using similar marks that could confuse customers.
Impact on Your Business
With Trademark
- Legal recourse against infringement
- Ability to license and franchise
- Enhanced credibility and trust
- Protection in multiple territories
- Asset for business valuation
Without Trademark
- Risk of brand theft
- No legal protection
- Limited expansion opportunities
- Vulnerable to copycats
- Difficult to establish brand identity
Registration Process
Search & Analysis
Check if your mark is available
Application Filing
Submit application with required documents
Examination
Trademark office reviews your application
Publication
Mark published in trademark journal
Registration
Certificate issued upon approval
Search & Analysis
Check if your mark is available
Application Filing
Submit application with required documents
Examination
Trademark office reviews your application
Publication
Mark published in trademark journal
Registration
Certificate issued upon approval
Indian vs Global Trademark Law
India
- Governed by: Trade Marks Act, 1999
- Authority: Controller General of Patents, Designs & Trade Marks
- Classification: 45 classes (Nice Classification)
- Validity: 10 years, renewable
- Timeline: 12-18 months
Global
- Madrid System: File in 130+ countries
- Regional Systems: EU, ARIPO, OAPI
- Classification: Nice Classification (global standard)
- Validity: Varies by country (typically 10 years)
- Timeline: 6 months - 2 years