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Registering a trademark in Canada is a legal process that can be complex, and many individuals and businesses choose to work with our Trademark lawyer to navigate the process effectively. Here are the general steps you can follow with the assistance of our lawyer to register a trademark:
Hiring our Trademark lawyer
The first step is to hire our Trademark lawyer who specializes in intellectual property law, specifically trademark registration. They can provide legal advice, conduct trademark searches, and assist with the entire registration process.
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Trademark Search
Our Trademark lawyer will conduct a comprehensive trademark search to ensure that your proposed trademark is not already in use by another party. This is a critical step to avoid potential conflicts and trademark disputes.
Preparing the Application:
Our Trademark lawyer will work with you to prepare a trademark application that meets the requirements of the Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO). The application will include details about your trademark, its classification, and the goods or services it will be used with.
Filing the Application:
Our Trademark lawyer will submit the trademark application to CIPO on your behalf. This involves paying the required filing fees.
Examination and Response:
CIPO will examine your trademark application to ensure it complies with the Trademarks Act. If there are any issues or objections, our trademark lawyer will respond to CIPO's requests and work to address any concerns.
Publication and Opposition Period:
If CIPO approves your trademark application, it will be published in the Trademarks Journal. There is a 2-month opposition period during which third parties can oppose your trademark if they believe it infringes on their rights. Our Trademark lawyer will handle any opposition proceedings if necessary.
Registration:
If there are no oppositions or if oppositions are successfully resolved, CIPO will issue a Certificate of Registration for your trademark. This grants you exclusive rights to use the trademark in Canada.
Trademark Maintenance:
Our Trademark lawyer can help you understand your ongoing responsibilities, including renewing your trademark registration, monitoring for potential infringements, and taking legal action if someone else uses your trademark without permission.
Working with our Trademark lawyer is highly recommended when registering a trademark, as they can provide you with valuable legal advice, ensure that your application is properly prepared, and increase the likelihood of a successful registration. Additionally, they can help protect your trademark rights and enforce them if necessary.