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WIPO application timeline and information sheet

WIPO application timeline and information sheet contains all you need to know regarding the filing of national trade mark applications, as well as the preparation of international trade mark applications.

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Working with our IT & engineering team

Our IT & engineering team is one of the leading practices in the sector. Our attorneys have unparalleled expertise in this area and work with a wide range of clients, from entrepreneurs, startups, spinouts and SMEs, through to large multinational corporations, research institutions, technology consultancies and universities.

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A guide to patents

This document is an informal guide to the process of obtaining patent protection. It explains some jargon and addresses many frequently asked questions to guide you along and to help make the process of instructing us simpler. This guide is directed to the patent process. If you require advice on the process of obtaining trade mark or registered design protection please let us know.

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Mathys & Squire Consulting – Our services

Our holistic approach to IP consultancy supports businesses in capitalising their intangible assets.

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What will happen to registered EU trade mark rights after 31 December 2020?

It is important to note that as the UK leaves the European Union, EU trade marks (EUTMs) will still be valid in the other 27 member countries of the EU: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain and Sweden.

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IP infringement on online marketplaces

E-Commerce is an ever-growing market, particularly in Asia where online shopping has doubled in the past three years. Online marketplaces have contributed to a significant proportion of this, and are now increasingly causing issues for international brand owners, due to the sale of counterfeit products. This is extremely prominent in the beauty and apparel sectors but is also encountered in the automotive, engineering and technological markets.

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How to choose your trade mark

Choosing a trade mark for your new company or product can be a daunting prospect, particularly as the mark you choose will be the main tool on which consumers will rely to recall your brand. For this reason, it is best to create a strong trade mark at the outset to ensure that your brand stands out from the crowd and ultimately adds value to your business.

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EU – trade mark application timeline

A step-by-step guide to obtaining an EU trade mark.

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UK – trade mark application timeline

A step-by-step guide to obtaining a UK trade mark.

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