It is one of the most common assumptions we encounter when speaking to prospective trade mark applicants: “I searched the register and

“I Didn’t Find Any Identical Marks Registered as a Trade Mark – Does That Mean My Application Will Be Successful?”
It is one of the most common assumptions we encounter when speaking to prospective trade mark applicants: “I searched the

UK Trademark Spec List: Draft Goods/Services Terms to Avoid UKIPO Objections
A strong UK trademark is not just about a good name or logo. The real power sits in your trademark

When Trademark Infringement Hits First: Protecting Your Brand Name in the UK
Trademark infringement feels horrible when it first hits. Your name, your logo, your hard work, suddenly used by someone else.
Demon Hunter v Netflix: Can a Christian Metal Band Stop KPop Demon Hunters?
Netflix’s phenomenally successful KPop Demon Hunters has encountered a rather different type of adversary: US Christian metal band Demon Hunter.

UK Brand Trademark Strategy: Madrid Protocol vs. EU Trademark vs. National
Key takeaways for UK brands planning international trademark registration:

What Happens After Registering a Trademark in the UK
Once your UK trademark registration is granted, a few big things change for your business:

Defending a Trade Mark Opposition in the UK: A Step-by-Step Guide
Receiving a Notice of Opposition from the UK Intellectual Property Office (UKIPO) can be a worrying experience, particularly after investing

Series Trade Mark Applications in the UK: What Are They and When Can You Use Them?
When filing a trade mark application in the UK, many businesses are surprised to learn that it is sometimes possible

Eminem trade mark hopes wash away in ‘Swim Shady’ Oz battle
Rapper Eminem has failed to oppose an Australia trade mark application for the brand ‘Swim Shady’. The application was filed

Beyond the UKIPO Register: Spot Lookalikes in Names, Domains, Apps, Handles
A clear result on the UK trademark register is a great start, but it is not the whole story for