Trademark Registration
Trademark Registration – Classic Partners LLP
Protect Your Brand Identity with Classic Partner
What is a Trademark?
A Trademark is a visual symbol – a brand, logo, word, label, number, or even a sound – that helps a business distinguish its goods or services from others in the market. Registered under the Trademarks Act, 1999, it serves as both:
A shield: protecting your brand from misuse or infringement
An asset: building long-term goodwill and valuation for your business
Once applied, you can use the ™ symbol immediately. After approval and registration (which usually takes 18–24 months), you can use the ® symbol, gaining full legal rights over your mark.
Advantages of Trademark Registration
Legal Protection – Exclusive rights to sue for infringement
Unique Brand Identity – Differentiates your business from competitors
Goodwill Creation – Enhances trust with customers and partners
Business Expansion – Easier to franchise, license, or sell the brand
Asset Value – Becomes an intangible but valuable business property
Market Recognition – Boosts visibility and recall of your products/services
Who Can Apply for a Trademark?
Individuals (recommended for long-term ownership)
Companies (Private/Public Ltd.)
Proprietorships
Partnerships or LLPs
Societies, Trusts, or NGOs
Note: Trademarks registered in the company’s name may need renewal if the business shuts down or changes structure. Individual ownership avoids such hurdles.
What Can Be Trademarked?
Names – Personal or business names, signatures
Words – Unique words not directly describing the product/service (e.g., Yahoo!)
Numbers/Alphanumeric Combinations – Digits or letter-number blends
Logos/Images – Symbols, monograms, 3D shapes, brand marks (e.g., Adidas stripes)
Sounds – Distinctive tunes or jingles (e.g., Vodafone ringtone)
Documents Required
Identity proof (for individuals)
Incorporation certificate / COI (for companies)
Logo / brand design (in JPEG format, optional but recommended)
Trademark Registration Process
Application Filing – Submit Form TM-A with details of your brand and category.
Use of ™ Symbol – Allowed immediately after filing.
Examination by Trade Marks Office – Authorities check for conflicts, offensive or misleading content.
Publication in Trade Marks Journal – If no objections are raised within 4 months, the application proceeds.
Registration Certificate – After 6–12 months, the ® symbol can be used officially.
Why Choose Classic Partner?
With Classic Partner, your brand is in safe hands. Our experts provide:
End-to-end Trademark search, filing & monitoring
Support for objections, oppositions, and renewals
Advisory on brand licensing, franchising, and royalty structuring
Seamless handling of legal formalities with the Trade Marks Office
Secure your brand identity today. Contact Classic Partner for Trademark Registration and brand protection advisory.
