Trademark, Copyright, Patent & Design Protection
Protect your brand, invention and creative work. Expert IP filing and enforcement services under Trade Marks Act 1999, Patents Act 1970 and Copyright Act 1957.
Trademark Registration
End-to-end trademark filing — class identification, availability search, TM-A application before IP India, examination reply, hearing representation and registration certificate. Classes 1–45.
Trademark Search & Watch
Comprehensive prior art search across Trade Marks Registry database before filing. Ongoing watch service to monitor conflicting marks.
Trademark Objection Reply
Expert reply to Examination Report objections — absolute/relative grounds, similarity analysis — within 30 days of objection.
Copyright Registration
Registration of original works — literary, artistic, musical, cinematograph, software — with the Copyright Office. Certificate within 30–90 days.
Patent Filing (Indian)
Provisional and complete patent application before Patent Office — prior art search, specification drafting, PCT applications for global protection.
Design Registration
Registration of industrial design (shape, configuration, pattern) under the Designs Act 2000 for protection against copying.
Geographical Indication (GI)
GI tag application under the Geographical Indications of Goods Act 1999 for products associated with specific geographical origin.
IP Licensing & Assignment
Drafting of IP licensing agreements, assignment deeds, franchise agreements and technology transfer agreements — legally enforceable under Indian law.
IP Enforcement & Opposition
Opposition to conflicting trademark applications, infringement notices, IPAB/High Court IP litigation and domain dispute resolution (UDRP/INDRP).
Trademark Questions
How long does trademark registration take in India?+
A trademark application in India typically takes 18–36 months from filing to registration, subject to no opposition. After filing TM-A, the Registry issues an Examination Report within 1–3 months. If accepted, the mark is published in the Trade Marks Journal for 4 months (opposition period). If no opposition is filed, the registration certificate is issued. Lawssolute manages the entire process.
What is the difference between ™ and ® symbols?+
™ (TM) can be used immediately upon filing a trademark application — it indicates you claim trademark rights but the mark is not yet registered. ® (Registered) can only be used after the Trade Marks Registry formally grants registration. Using ® before registration is a criminal offence under Section 107 of the Trade Marks Act 1999.
How many classes should I register my trademark in?+
Trademark classes follow the Nice Classification system (45 classes — 34 goods, 11 services). You must register in each class relevant to your business. For example, a CA/legal firm would typically file in Class 45 (legal services). A software company may file in Class 42 (software) and Class 35 (business services). Each class requires a separate application fee. Lawssolute conducts a class analysis for your specific business.