What we can do?
Trade Mark Application in Ireland
If you want to register a trade mark in Ireland, you’ll need to file an application with the Intellectual Property Office of Ireland (IPOI). If you want broader trade mark protection, you may want to register with the IP office in the European Union (EUIPO) and other jurisdictions, too.
Either way, first, you’ll need to check no one else has registered similar marks already. We can help you complete a search of the register and provide advice on what to do if there is a competing mark. If there are no issues, we can guide you through the trade mark application process.
Trade Mark Opposition in Ireland
After you’ve submitted an application and it’s accepted by the IPOI, it’ll then be published in a public journal. Other parties then have three months to file an opposition to your registration, if they believe the mark infringes upon their own mark.
If your application is opposed, we can communicate with the opposing party and try to find a way of resolving the issue without heading to official proceedings.
Or, if you feel a recent application infringes your intellectual property rights and you wish to submit a trade mark opposition, we’ll review your case and advise on the best course of action.
Trade Mark Infringement in Ireland
If you find evidence of unauthorised use of your mark or a similar mark by another party, we can help you launch a trade mark infringement claim and win appropriate compensation.
After all, given all the effort you put into building your brand and building up a positive reputation, it’s vital you enforce your rights and protect the brand.
Alternatively, perhaps you’ve received a cease and desist letter for trade mark infringement, and you need legal support. Our trade mark lawyers have helped thousands of individuals and companies successfully defend against claims.
Trade Mark Searching & Watching
Before submitting a trade mark application, it’s important to check what’s already registered. We can carry out detailed clearance searches both in Ireland and overseas with subsequent advice on any potential blocking marks.
Once your application has been registered, we can set up a “watching” service. This will automatically notify us of similar pending applications, allowing you to oppose similar trade marks before they reach the registration stage.
