INDIA
We are pleased to present an overview of our team of distinguished trademark lawyers in India. Renowned for our comprehensive suite of services, we cater to a diverse clientele, including Fortune 500 corporations, small and medium enterprises, and start-ups across various industries.
Our firm has played a pivotal role in shaping trademark jurisprudence in India, garnering consistent recognition through numerous awards and accolades. The legal landscape in India for trademark protection is well-settled, offering a robust regime encompassing a broad range of elements, including words, labels, devices, shapes, sounds, colours, textures, and more.
TRADEMARK LITIGATION
India, being a first-to-use jurisdiction, prioritizes the usage of trademarks over mere registration. However, trademarks can be registered without actual usage based on an intent-to-use basis. Notably, India is a member of the Madrid Protocol, facilitating global protection for trademarks through a single application.
The five Trademark Offices in Ahmedabad, Chennai, Delhi, Kolkata, and Mumbai oversee the registration process. The Intellectual Property Appellate Board (IPAB) is the appellate authority for appeals against the Registrar of Trademarks’ orders and rectification petitions.
Our firm specializes in comprehensive services in Brand Development, Protection, Enforcement, and Commercialization.
Brand Development And Strategy
Navigating the intricate Indian market requires a meticulous brand selection and launch approach. We conduct exhaustive legal assessments through comprehensive searches, surpassing traditional trademark searches. Our strategic advisory role extends throughout the brand development journey.
Protection
Recognizing the foundational importance of the filing and registration process, we guide brand owners to take a strategic view for holistic protection in the dynamic market. Our success in protecting global brands in India and the SAARC region is a testament to our expertise.
Enforcement
Enforcing rights in the diverse Indian market demands creative solutions rooted in market understanding and legal expertise. We have a proven track record in crafting optimal solutions to address various issues, including counterfeiting, parallel imports, trade dress claims, disparagement, etc.
Commercialization
Brands constitute a substantial portion of intangible assets for leading organizations. Our firm facilitates unlocking brand value through mechanisms such as licensing, franchising, mortgage, etc.
In addition to our trademark-focused services, our corporate practice is a cornerstone of our offerings. Covering a broad spectrum of corporate and business affairs, our expertise extends to corporate legal advisory, transactional practice, day-to-day business legal issues, diverse corporate legal affairs, and matters related to corporate transactions, commercial contracts, and documentation.