Trademark search

At JuroLegal, we provide comprehensive Trademark Search services to help you verify the availability of your brand name, logo, or slogan before filing for registration under the Trade Marks Act, 1999. Our legal experts conduct a detailed search through the Indian Trademark Registry database to identify identical or similar marks that may already be registered or pending. This ensures your trademark application stands a strong chance of approval and helps you avoid potential objections, oppositions, or legal disputes.

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A trademark search is an important tool in your business’s marketing arsenal. A tm search can help you identify trademarks that are already being used on the market and find out more about them. It can also help you find out if someone else is trying to register a trademark that could potentially infringe on your brand name search or other brand-related identifiers.

We will conduct a comprehensive analysis of your brand name, logo, design, etc. and compare it against various databases of registered trademarks. Registered trademarks are entered into the database by the registrant, which means that if someone else tries to register their own version of your brand identity or another similar mark, they’ll have to pay a fee first before it’s allowed to go through registration procedures.

Trademark search proccess in india

  1. Visit the Official Trademark Website: The Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs, and Trademarks manages the official portal for trademarks in India. You can access it at IP India.
  2. Navigate to the Trademark Search Page:
    • Go to the “Trademarks” tab.
    • Click on “Public Search.”
  3. Choose the Appropriate Search Criteria:
    • Wordmark: Use this option to search trademarks by name.
    • Phonetic: Search for trademarks that sound similar.
    • Vienna Code: If you’re looking for figurative elements (logos and images), use this option.
  4. Enter the Search Details:
    • Depending on your chosen search type:
      • Wordmark: Enter the exact word or phrase you want to search.
      • Phonetic: Enter the word phonetically.
      • Vienna Code: Provide the Vienna code if searching for a logo.
    • You can also filter your search by:
      • Class: Trademarks are categorized into 45 classes based on goods or services.
      • Goods/Services Description: Specify the goods or services.
      • Proprietor Name: If you know the trademark owner’s name.
      • Application Number: If you have a specific application number.
  5. Conduct the Search:
    • Click the “Search” button.
    • Review the results, which include registered trademarks, pending applications, and abandoned marks.
  6. Analyse the Results:
    • Check for identical or similar trademarks.
    • Pay attention to the status (registered, objected, opposed, abandoned, etc.).
    • Verify if the class matches your intended use.
  7. Consult with a Trademark Attorney:
    • While the online search tool is helpful, consider consulting a trademark attorney.
    • They can provide a more comprehensive search and advise on registration likelihood, potential conflicts, and strategies.
  8. Additional Searches:
    • For international use, explore other databases like the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) database.