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Receiving a Notice of Opposition from the UK Intellectual Property Office (UKIPO) can be a worrying experience, particularly after investing time, money
When filing a trade mark application in the UK, many businesses are surprised to learn that it is sometimes possible to register
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
EU Trademark Search Mistakes UK Brands Overlook Before Filing
Running a proper EU trademark search is not a nice extra; it is a basic step if you want your
Before You Buy a Trademark: Hidden Risks in Existing UK Marks
Buying a trademark that already exists can feel like the quick, smart option. The registration is there, the name looks
Brand Name Registration UK for Side Hustles Going Global
Brand name registration in the UK becomes important as soon as your side hustle starts pulling in attention from outside
UKIPO Trademark Search Strategy: Name Shortlist, Search Depth, Go/No-Go
Choosing a new brand name is exciting, but a rushed UKIPO trade mark search can easily lead to refusals, rebrands
The EUIPO’s New 2026 Trade Mark Guidelines: What Trade Mark Owners Need to Know
On 1 July 2026, the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) brought into force the latest edition of its Trade
Choosing UK Trademark Classes for Multi-Product Brands: Future-Proofing
Trade mark classes decide what your registration actually covers. For brands that sell more than one type of product, or