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Trademark Opposition Defence

Once your trademark application is approved, a brief window opens for anyone to file an opposition. Don’t let a challenge jeopardize your success. Get expert help to defend your trademark and secure your brand’s future.

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Turn Trademark Opposition into a Victory

The good news? Trademark oppositions are rare, occurring in less than 1% of cases.

The bad news? When they do happen, they can be extremely expensive to deal with. We’re talking tens of thousands of dollars in legal fees.

Don’t let a challenge overwhelm your business. With the right strategy and support, you can transform opposition into a win for your brand.

of applications get opposed

$10,000+

average Legal fees to defend

What are Oppositions?

After you file your trademark application and it gets approved after it passes the initial review by the Trademarks Office, it will be published for opposition. This means it's advertised publicly for a set period, which varies by country (one month in the US, two months in Canada, three months in the EU). During this time, anyone can oppose your trademark, asking the Trademarks Office not to register it.

While rare, oppositions can be very stressful and expensive, often costing $30,000 to $40,000. Some trademark owners file oppositions hoping you won't respond, effectively bullying you out of your trademark. Others are legitimate and unavoidable.

Navigate Trademark Opposition Like a Pro

Review the Opposition Details

We start by gathering and analyzing all information about the opposition to understand the opposing party’s claims and how they affect your trademark. This initial step is crucial for determining the best course of action.

Formulate a Defence Strategy

We will craft a strong, evidence-based defence strategy to address the opposition's objections. Our legal team will use their expertise to build a compelling case that supports your trademark application.

Implement and Monitor

Once we finalize and submit the response, we’ll manage all further actions. We’ll handle communication with the opposing party and make sure your interests stay protected throughout.

Need Help Responding to an Opposition?

Did your trademark get opposed? Trademark Factory® can help. Whether you filed your trademark through us or elsewhere, our experienced attorneys can assess your situation and put together a winning defence to keep your application on track.

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Case studies

A leading organization that connects and promotes female entrepreneurs

Challenge

eWomenNetwork® faced brand infringement, trademark violations, and counterfeiting, threatening its growth and brand integrity. They needed to protect their unique identity and values

Solution

To address these challenges, eWomenNetwork® partnered with Trademark Factory to implement a comprehensive brand protection strategy. The proactive measures led to a significant reduction in brand infringement, enhanced brand integrity, increased member trust, and successful legal precedents that deterred future violations

Martial arts and apparel barnd

Challenge

A Canadian client launching a martial arts brand hit a major roadblock when Nike's "weapon" trademark threatened their project, risking costly disputes and delays.

Solution

Leveraging our global network of trusted legal professionals, we facilitated a negotiation between the client and Nike. Through effective communication and legal expertise, an agreement was reached that allowed both parties to use the term "weapon" within their respective industries without conflict.

A leading organization that connects and promotes female entrepreneurs

Challenge

Registering brand names and brand images with the USPTO and CIPO.

Solution

The trademark faced challenges at the Canadian office, leading to a lengthy and demanding process with numerous Office Actions. Eventually, an agreement for coexistence with another trademark was successfully negotiated after 7 years. Throughout this entireperiod, the client did not pay any additional costs.

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