Searches and Filing
We identify the classes of interest, assess the suitability and strength of the proposed trade mark, and conduct trade mark clearance searches focusing on availability and registrability. We look to identify and advise you on any potential conflicts by virtue of prior rights or registrability pitfalls such as language barriers or negative connotations before filing your trade mark.Once filed, we deal with official actions by complying with conditions of acceptance or filing submissions to address any conflicts or registrability concerns. Following acceptance of your trade mark, we arrange and facilitate publication and registration to complete the process. We assist with searches, filing and prosecution in Africa and internationally.
We use state of the art technology and programs to effectively manage trade mark portfolios and maintain records. We also provide our clients with access to a portal which provides live updates on the status of their trade marks and enables them to generate tailored reports.
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Dealing with trade mark infringements on third party websites
We currently live in the internet age, an age where a great deal of economic activity is conducted online. Nowadays, most businesses have some form of online presence in the form of websites. This is ...
December 13 2024
US Patent and Trademark Office notably increases patent application fees from 19 January 2025
The US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has published that there will be notable increases in some of its patent application fees as from 19 January 2025. Since South African patent applicants ge...
November 22 2024
Protecting well-known rights in the absence of deception and confusion.
Introduction Trade marks are meant to differentiate your goods or services from the goods or services of a third party. Sometimes, third parties may seek to take a short cut and turn a quick profit by...
November 07 2024
How can we help you?
We have offices in four major cities in South Africa: Pretoria, Johannesburg, Cape Town, and Durban. Additionally, we have 23 associate offices in the rest of Africa, the firm serves as a gateway into Africa for IP clients. Please contact your nearest office for any legal enquiry or assistance.