Every business connects with its customers via at least one trade mark, distinguishing the goods or services it provides from other traders. Securing and enforcing such protection is a foundation of all successful businesses.

Whether you are wanting help registering a new brand, managing an international portfolio, or dealing with a dispute - we provide practical, commercially focused advice at every stage.

We advise businesses of all sizes, from start-ups to established international brands. While we regularly handle matters before the UK Intellectual Property Office, our services extend worldwide.

Our services include…

Trade Mark Filing & Registration
•    UK trade mark applications
•    International and overseas filings
•    Clearance and availability searches
•    Office action and examination report responses
•    Filing strategies and prosecution

Disputes & Contentious Matters
•    Oppositions
•    Invalidation actions
•    Revocation and cancellation proceedings
•    Negotiations and settlements
•    Cease-and-desist correspondence
•    Litigation 
•    Online takedowns (e.g., e-commerce and social media sites) 
•    Infringement disputes
•    Hearings & Advocacy

Monitoring & Protection
•    Trade mark watch services
•    Monitoring of conflicting applications
•    Customs recordals and border enforcement

Portfolio Management
•    Renewals
•    Portfolio reviews and audits
•    Register maintenance
•    International portfolio coordination

Transactions & Commercial Arrangements
•    Assignments and transfers
•    Licences
•    Due diligence and transactional support

Need Help?
If you are looking to register, protect, enforce or manage your trade marks, please contact our team to discuss your requirements.
 

How can we help?

We'd love to help you to grow your business. Contact us to discuss your plans for the future and to find out how we can help to protect, defend and enforce your intellectual assets.