REDFILINGS

Trademark Registration & Brand Protection

Secure your brand name, logo or tagline with a registered trademark. We handle search, filing, objections and post-registration policing.

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Typical timeline
12–18 months (no opposition)
Faster clearance & multi-class options available
Priority Search
Thorough clearance before filing
Opposition Handling
End-to-end legal support

Why register your trademark?

  • • Exclusive rights to use the mark in registered classes.
  • • Legal presumption of ownership and basis for infringement suits.
  • • Use of ® symbol after registration — increases customer trust.

Types of marks

  • • Word marks (brand names)
  • • Logos / device marks
  • • Composite marks (word + device)
  • • Series marks, sound marks and shape marks (subject to registrability)

What we provide

  • • Comprehensive clearance search
  • • Correct class selection & specification drafting
  • • Filing, examiner replies & opposition handling

Trademark Filing — Step-by-step

1. Clearance & Risk Assessment

We run an India-wide and select-class search against registered & published marks, domain names and common law usage to determine registrability and risk.

2. Drafting application (TM-A)

We draft correct specification of goods/services, select classes, prepare the specimen (logo image), and prepare power of attorney if agent filing.

3. Filing & Examination

On filing, the mark is examined. If the examiner raises objections, we prepare a considered reply with legal grounds and evidence.

4. Advertisement & Opposition

If accepted, the mark is advertised for opposition in the Trademark Journal (4 months). If opposition is filed, we handle hearings and arguments on your behalf.

5. Registration

If no opposition or opposition decided in your favor, the mark is registered and a registration certificate is issued.

Common grounds for objection

  • Descriptive/specifcation issues (mark describes the goods).
  • Similarity with earlier marks likely to cause confusion.
  • Lack of distinctiveness for word marks.

Specimen / Logo guidance

Upload a clear high-resolution image (JPG/PNG). For word marks, provide the plain text as the mark. For logos, provide both color and B/W versions if possible.

Timeline & government stages

Search & Prep
1–3 days
Examination
2–6 months
Journal & Opposition
4 months opposition window
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Basic (Single Class)
₹4,999
  • • Trademark search
  • • Filing - 1 class
  • • Status tracking for 12 months
Standard (Single Class + Objection Handling)
₹8,999
  • • Everything in Basic
  • • Examiner objection response
  • • 1 year monitoring
Premium (Multi-class)
₹14,999
  • • Filing up to 3 classes
  • • Priority handling
  • • Comprehensive clearance report

FAQ

How long does trademark registration take?
Typically 12–18 months if no opposition. Objections or oppositions can extend timelines.
Do I need a trademark for my logo and name?
Yes — registering protects your brand and gives exclusive rights in registered classes.
What is a trademark search and why is it important?
A search checks existing registrations to reduce refusal/ opposition risk. We provide a clearance report before filing.
Can I file in multiple classes?
Yes. Each class requires a separate fee and increases scope of protection.
What if my application receives an objection?
Our CA/Attorney drafts professional responses to examination reports and handles hearings if necessary.
Act early
Register early to reduce risk of conflicting marks and to establish priority.
Class selection matters
Choosing correct classes determines scope of protection — we help map these precisely.
Monitoring
We provide optional monitoring for new filings that may conflict with your registered marks.