Protecting the trademark at national level by filing an opposition with OSIM.
Trademark opposition
at OSIM
We ensure the protection of your trademark at national level by filing an opposition with OSIM against the registration of similar trademarks. This helps maintain your brand’s distinctiveness on the market and prevents consumer confusion.
We provide complete drafting services for trademark oppositions, supported by convincing evidence. We also manage all procedural aspects from start to finish, ensuring your interests are fully protected at national level.
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FAQ
01What is a trademark opposition at OSIM?
The trademark opposition at OSIM is a legal procedure that allows owners of already registered trademarks, users, or other interested parties to contest the registration of a new trademark. This process aims to prevent conflicts between trademarks, avoid market confusion, and protect existing intellectual property rights.
02What benefits do I gain if I work with you for an OSIM trademark opposition?
Serviciul nostru de opoziție a mărcii OSIM include: monitorizarea cererilor noi de mărci (pentru a detecta conflictele potențiale), analiza riscurilor (pentru a evalua șansele de succes ale opoziției), pregătirea documentației (incluzând argumentele și dovezile necesare), reprezentare legală (în relația cu OSIM și pe parcursul întregului proces, asigurând cele mai bune șanse pentru protejarea drepturilor tale).
03When can an opposition be filed with OSIM?
The deadline for filing an opposition is 2 months from the publication of the trademark application in the Official Bulletin of Industrial Property (BOPI). Regular monitoring of this bulletin is essential to identify applications that may affect your trademark rights. By collaborating with TAS Agency, you can rely on continuous monitoring.
04What happens after filing the opposition with OSIM?
After the opposition is filed, several steps take place. First, OSIM notifies the applicant of the contested trademark about the opposition. Then, the applicant may respond within the established deadline. Finally, OSIM analyzes the arguments and evidence of both parties and issues a decision, which may be favorable or unfavorable to the opponent.
05What evidence is needed for an opposition with OSIM?
Dovezile trebuie să fie relevante și pot include: documente care atestă utilizarea continuă a mărcii anterioare, Studii de piață care demonstrează reputația sau notorietatea mărcii, analize care arată riscul de confuzie între mărci și alte dovezi, precum înregistrări de marcă, care susțin drepturile opozantului. Noi asigurăm colectarea și organizarea dovezilor într-un dosar care să crească șansele de succes a opoziției.
06How long does the OSIM opposition process take?
The process may take between 6 and 12 months, depending on the complexity of the case. The duration may increase if the parties request extensions or if multiple rounds of argumentation are involved.
07How can I challenge a trademark if the opposition deadline has expired?
After the opposition deadline has passed, the only legal option is to initiate an invalidation procedure. This involves a longer and more complex process, requiring additional evidence and solid justification to challenge the trademark.