Trademark Search
Planning to register your brand name or logo? Our Trademark Search service helps you check the availability of your proposed trademark before filing. We conduct detailed database, phonetic, and class-wise searches to identify possible conflicts and reduce the risk of objection or rejection. Secure your brand with a professional trademark search today.
Key Components of Trademark Search:
Preparation:
Proposed Name / Logo:
Choose the brand name, logo, tagline, or symbol that you want to register as a trademark.
Class Identification:
Identify the appropriate trademark class (as per NICE Classification) based on the type of goods or services your business provides.
Search Process:
Public Database Search:
Conduct a detailed search on the IP India trademark database to check whether the proposed trademark is already registered or applied.
Wordmark Search:
Check for identical or similar brand names that may create legal conflicts.
Phonetic Search:
Search for similar sounding names that could lead to objections from the Trademark Registry.
Device / Logo Search:
If applying for a logo, check similar graphical elements under relevant Vienna Codes.
Analysis and Risk Assessment:
Similarity Check:
Examine identical or deceptively similar trademarks in the same or related class.
Risk Evaluation:
Assess the chances of objection or opposition based on existing trademarks.
Expert Opinion:
Provide professional guidance on whether to proceed with filing or modify the mark.
Report Generation:
Search Report:
A detailed trademark search report is prepared with findings and recommendations.
Filing Recommendation:
Suggestion on the most suitable class and filing strategy to minimize rejection risk.
Fee Structure:
Professional Fees:
Nominal fees are charged for conducting detailed trademark search and providing expert analysis.
Benefits of Trademark Search:
Avoid Rejection:
Reduces the risk of objection or rejection during trademark registration.
Save Time & Money:
Prevents unnecessary government fees and delays caused by filing conflicting trademarks.
Brand Protection:
Ensures your brand identity is unique and legally safer before registration.
Strategic Planning:
Helps in making informed decisions regarding brand name selection and expansion.
Challenges:
Similar Existing Marks:
Even slight similarity with existing trademarks may result in objections.
Class Selection Complexity:
Incorrect class selection may affect trademark protection scope.
Legal Interpretation:
Understanding similarity and trademark law requires professional expertise.
Conclusion:
Trademark Search is a crucial step before filing a trademark application. It helps identify potential conflicts, reduces rejection risks, and strengthens brand protection strategy. Conducting a proper search ensures a smooth registration process and safeguards your business identity.
