Trade marks/Trade names/Logos

A trade mark provides a way of distinguishing the origin of goods/services. A trade name may be the name under which a company or person conducts business. A logo is a device, shape or design which may, or may not include a word. It provides a distinctive badge of origin for goods and/or services.

In the UK, if the mark, name or logo has accumulated goodwill and a reputation through its use then it is protected to a certain extent from copying by common law. However, it is even more strongly protected if it is registered. Once registered, the ® symbol may be used in conjunction with it.

Registered Trade Marks are also available for the EU as a whole, as well as in all other countries of the world. We can handle these for you.

Types of I.P.

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