Intellectual Property Rights
Ankur Lal Advocate is among the best IP law firms in Delhi NCR, India, with network offices in Bangalore, Mumbai, Chennai, Pune, Gurugram, and more. The firm is recognized as one of the top international intellectual property law firms, specializing in Patents, Trade Marks, Copyrights, Designs, Trade Secrets, Domain Name Registration, and Geographical Indications. Our services include patent law and international intellectual property law at affordable prices for our global clients.
Our lawyers regularly engage with intellectual property stakeholders in India and abroad to address various policy and regulatory matters. We have extensive experience in partnering with national and international think tanks and governments on policy formation related to information technology.
We represent clients across all judicial and quasi-judicial forums, including Intellectual Property Offices, Intellectual Property Appellate Board, District Courts, High Courts, and the Supreme Court of India.
### Our Services
– Drafting, Filing, Prosecution, and Opposition of Trademarks, Patents, Copyrights, Geographical Indications, Domain Names, Business Processes, including the filing of PCT applications for Patents
– Search and Intelligence Services including Due Diligence, Investigation, Market Surveys, Negotiations for Co-existence Agreements and Buy-outs
– Drafting of Various Agreements Pertaining to Assignment and Licensing of Intellectual Property Rights and Providing Advisory Services on Transactional Work Involving IPR
– Executing All Formalities with Respect to Enrolment and Litigation Matters of Trademarks and Service Marks, along with Drafting Technology Transfer and Licensing Compliances, Estimation of Intellectual Property
– Representation Before and Liaison with Authorities such as Trademark Registry, Copyright Office, Geographical Indications Registry, National Informatics Centre, and Intellectual Property Appellate Board (IPAB)
### Trademark Registration
A trademark is any distinctive expression or logo associated with a company/firm that distinguishes it from others. It can be a visible image, such as a word, name, device, label, or numerals employed by a business. It serves as a silent salesperson, legal umbrella, and an asset to flaunt. Owners have exclusive rights to use their trademarks. A registered trademark allows the owner to sue for damages in case of infringements.
When a company registers its trademark, it receives a TM number, which acts as a trademark license. It takes another two years to be registered fully and use the ® symbol with the brand. It is advised to register your trademark after registering your company to avoid exploitation of your name or logo. Conducting a public search for the trademark is crucial to prevent future infringement liabilities.
**Advantages of Trademark Registration:**
– Establishes a unique identity for the company.
– Provides legal ownership, preventing others from using the trademark without permission.
– Acts as intellectual property, allowing for sale, franchising, or licensing.
– Enhances product uniqueness and builds trust, goodwill, and quality among customers.
– Increases the popularity of your product as it is registered with the government.
Trademark registration in Delhi NCR is conducted through Ankur Lal Advocate and takes a maximum of 3 days. It is registered under the Trademark Act, 1999.
**Ankur Lal Advocate Trademark Registration Package Includes:**
– Trademark Consultation
– Application Preparation
– Name Search and Approval
– Application Filing
– Same-Day Filing
– Government Fees
### Copyright Registration
Copyright protects literature, drama, music, and artistic work. It is provided to innovative and original work to ensure that the artist’s effort is not wasted and their work is not infringed. Artistic work requires effort and creativity; copyright helps safeguard it from infringement.
The owner of the registered work can use or license their work for a fee. Copyrights are also transferable. Businesses and startups often get copyright registration for instruction manuals, product literature, and user guides.
**Advantages of Copyrights:**
– Provides legal protection for the product.
– Becomes an intangible asset.
– Offers protection from all legal aspects.
Copyright registration in Delhi NCR is done under the Copyright Act, 1957, through Ankur Lal Advocate and takes around 20-30 days.
**Ankur Lal Advocate Copyrights Registration Package Includes:**
– Application Drafting
– Application Filing
– Government Fees
– Diary Number
### Patent Registration
A patent is a statutory right granted for an invention, giving the patentee exclusive rights to make, use, sell, and import the patented product or process without consent. A patent is granted for a period of twenty years and is governed by the Patent Act, 1970 (amended in 2005) and Patent Rules 2003.
**Advantages of Patent Registration:**
– Protects the invention and prevents unauthorized use.
– Allows the owner to sell, transfer, or franchise the patent and earn royalties.
– Provides protection for 20 years.
Patent registration in Delhi NCR is conducted through Ankur Lal Advocate and takes around 10-20 days.
**Ankur Lal Advocate Patent Registration Package Includes:**
– Prior Art Search
– Application Drafting
– Application Filing
– Government Fees
### Trademark Objection
A trademark is a distinctive expression associated with a product or service that differentiates it from others. It can be a word, slogan, photograph, logo, graphic, or color combination. Trademark offices may raise objections if the application does not meet legal norms.
**Reasons for Trademark Objections May Include:**
– Similarity with an existing trademark.
– Emotional or cultural associations.
If you receive a trademark objection, you must respond within 30 days. Failure to take action can result in the abandonment of the application.
**Ankur Lal Advocate Trademark Objection Package Includes:**
– Consultation
– Objection Drafting
– Precedents Search
– Objection Filing
– Same-Day Filing
– Government Fees