International Trademark Applications
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Important Information from the Lawyers at Trademark Law Esq.
In today's global economy, many companies desire to sell their products and offer their services outside of the United States. At Trademark Law Esq., we advise individuals and businesses in Westchester County, New York and Stamford, Connecticut and the surrounding communities including all the boroughs of New York City, on global trademark registration programs. Our attorneys are familiar with the various international treaties which allow an applicant to file a single trademark application and acquire registrations in multiple countries simultaneously. This can be an extremely cost effective method for gaining strong intellectual property rights worldwide or in certain geographical regions of the world.
To set up an appointment, contact us by e-mail or call our office at 914-381-2728.
Expanding Your U.S. Trademark Rights Outside U.S. Borders and Gaining Trademark Protection Around the World
Whether you are interested in using your U.S. trademark registration or application as a basis for acquiring an International Registration and gaining protection for your Mark in multiple foreign countries, or if you wish to secure trademark rights in the 27 member countries in the European Union, or even if you are solely interested in filing for trademark protection in only one or two foreign countries, Trademark Law Esq. can assist you with your international transaction and help you to expand your trademark rights beyond U.S. borders.
Our firm collaborates with a highly competent and professional group of foreign associates that aid and assist us in your international trademark prosecution. Discover how you can protect your trademarks and strengthen your brands, gaining product and name recognition in countries throughout the world by contacting Trademark Law Esq. for a consultation and a trademark portfolio evaluation.
How do I file trademark applications in foreign countries?
There are various strategies a company could employ when developing an international trademark program. Options will include filing a national application directly with each country or filing under one of the international treaties wherein you can protect your Mark in multiple countries simultaneously. We will develop a case-by-case strategic analysis based on a thorough understanding of the intricacies and limitations of each option.
Each option will have advantages and disadvantages that will have to be considered before proceeding forward. For example, if you file through the Madrid Protocol, a single language application (either English or French) allows for a ten year lifespan with a single renewal date. The initial cost of filing is also less than filing separate national applications. However, one disadvantage is that your International Registration will be dependent upon your USPTO registration or application (the home registration or application) for five years. In other words, the rights granted by an International Registration can be extinguished if its home application does not mature to registration or is abandoned or canceled in the first five years. If this occurs you can transform the international registration into a series of national applications in the designated countries, while retaining the date of the original international registration.Based on each individual client's respective circumstances, we will develop an effective foreign registration program.
You will find different trademark laws around the world. Consulting with a Trademark Specialist is critical. There are significant differences between U.S. trademark laws and the laws of other countries. For example, in most foreign countries you do not have to use the trademark before registering it, as you do in the U.S. While the U.S. requires specific detail when specifying the products and/or services used in conjunction with the Mark, many foreign countries permit a broad description of the goods/services. Since most foreign countries require a local agent or local counsel to file your application Trademark Law Esq. maintains a global networking group to assist us in foreign trademark filings. We will educate you on the various differences between U.S. laws and international laws at the time of your consultation.
Contact Trademark Law Esq.
Contact us by e-mail or call our office at 914-381-2728 to schedule an appointment. We work with individuals and businesses in New York, Connecticut and throughout the nation.