European Trademark Attorneys - Protect Your Brand

European trademark attorneys.

Our european trademark attorneys based in Paris and Bruxelles offer in-depth legal expertise in European trademark law, in particular in matters of trademark registration, opposition, invalidity proceedings, or claims.

Do not hesitate to ask for a quote from our team of trademark lawyers by phone at +33.(0)1.89.70.38.78 for all you requests to register a trademark in France (INPI) or Europe (EUIPO).

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Our legal services in the field of trademark law.
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Drafting and negotiating brand-related contracts

Our european trademark attorneys help you draft and negotiate, in particular, brand license agreements with your partners, brand transfer contracts, franchise agreements or even coexistence contracts, to protect your intellectual property rights and fight against the abusive use of your brands.

Our role as a trademark lawyer in France

We take care of your trademark registration thorough prior research, drafting of labels, and the choice of classes and formalities at the INPI, EUIPO (the European Union Intellectual Property Office) or the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO).

We can also ensure active surveillance against all competitors, once the trademark has been registered.

Defending your rights in the event of disputes

In the event of a dispute concerning your trademarks, our experienced team resolutely represents you before the competent courts to protect your interests. Together, we will establish a solid defense strategy allowing the recognition of your rights to your brands, the cessation of the resulting violations and the compensation of your damages.

Management of objections

Our trademark lawyers, based in Paris and Brussels but operating throughout France and abroad, manage opposition procedures, before national offices and the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO), to defend your French trademark or international trademark against any similar registration attempts.

We also advise our clients on the claim and protection of domain names (SYRELI and UDRP in particular).

Representation in litigation proceedings

In the event of litigation related to your trademarks, we assist you in the context of procedures, in particular in matters of infringement actions, revocation actions, claims, or invalidities. Our law firm accompanies you to guarantee the respect of your rights, in France and in the countries of the European Union.

Immediate actions against infringements

In the event of an infringement against your brands, we take immediate action to stop the violations and protect your rights. We work in the field of infringement actions, trademark actions, and invalidity actions before the INPI and EUIPO, as well as in the context of revocation actions.

Tips for international registration

Our trademark lawyers guide you through the complex process of registering your trademarks internationally, providing you with strategic advice for maximum protection in various countries (EUIPO, WIPO...). In particular, we carry out prior art searches throughout Europe on behalf of our clients.

What is a brand?

A trademark is a crucial element in protecting a product, service, or domain name from the use of third parties. To be valid, a trademark must be distinctive, legal and available.

Businesses use a variety of brands, including manufacturing, trade, distribution, and service marks, each with a specific role in identifying products and businesses.

What is the role of a trademark lawyer?

A trademark lawyer is essential to protect and manage a company's distinctive trademarks.

They accompany you throughout the process of trademark registration and renewal of trademarks, ensure compliance with the regulations in force, and intervene in the event of disputes, infringement actions, and revocation actions. Their expertise guarantees the security and management of brand portfolios.

What brands can we register?

The variety of trademark forms, the validity conditions, the use of other distinctive signs by businesses, and the designation of origin highlight the diversity of ways in which products can be differentiated and protected on the market. A trademark lawyer can help you with these procedures.

How do I search for the precedence of a brand?

Before registering a trademark, it is essential to conduct a prior art search to see if similar brands already exist. This research makes it possible to assess the risks of conflict and to optimize the chances of obtaining registration and not being confronted with opposition from a third-party company.

How to register a trademark in France?

To register a French trademark, any entity, whether a natural or legal person, can carry out this process. The filing is made via the INPI (National Institute of Industrial Property) and requires several elements: an application for registration, the visual of the trademark, a detailed list of the products or services concerned, the contact details of the applicant, as well as the payment of fees, starting at 190 euros for a class.

The INPI verifies that the trademark is distinctive and legal, but does not carry out an exhaustive verification of existing rights. When the trademark is published, owners of previous trademarks have a period of two months to oppose the filing if they consider that the new trademark infringes their rights.

How to register a trademark abroad?

After registering a French trademark, the applicant benefits from a priority period of six months to extend this registration to foreign countries. During this period, the date of the first filing in France is used as a reference.

The applicant has three options during this period: they can file directly in the countries chosen, opt to file in all or part of the 92 member countries of the Madrid Agreement (including the European Union) with a single filing formality, or choose to file a Community trademark (EUIPO), which is valid in all countries of the European Union.

What should I do if my trademark is contested?

If your trademark is contested, it is crucial to consult a trademark lawyer quickly to assess the situation and determine the best defense strategies. The INPI verifies that the trademark is distinctive and legal, but does not carry out an exhaustive verification of existing rights. When the trademark is published, owners of earlier trademarks have a period of two months to respond.

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Our legal services in the field of trademark law.
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