What is Trademark Opposition?
Trademark Opposition is a legal proceeding where any person can oppose the registration of a trademark that has been published in the Trademark Journal. Once a trademark application passes examination, it's published for 4 months during which anyone can oppose it.
Opposition can be filed against marks that are similar to your existing trademark, may cause confusion, or are filed in bad faith. Similarly, if your trademark application receives opposition, you need to defend it with proper legal arguments.
Our Opposition Services
Filing Opposition
File opposition against marks similar to yours within the 4-month window.
Defending Opposition
Prepare counter-statement and defend your application against opposition.
Evidence Filing
Prepare and file evidence in support of opposition or counter-statement.
Hearing Representation
Represent you before the Trademark Registry at hearings.
Opposition Process
Notice of Opposition (TM-O)
File opposition within 4 months of publication in TM Journal.
Counter-Statement (TM-O)
Applicant files counter-statement within 2 months.
Evidence by Opponent
Opponent files evidence in support within 2 months.
Evidence by Applicant
Applicant files evidence in reply within 2 months.
Hearing
Both parties present arguments before the Registrar.
Order
Registrar decides whether to register or refuse the trademark.
Our Pricing
Reply to Opposition Notice
*Excluding Govt. Fees
- Filing a reply on behalf of my client who already received the opposition notice from the other party
- On call support
- Email support
- Drafting Opposition Notice reply & Filing
- Free advice
Opposition Notice
*Excluding Govt. Fees
- Serving a notice of opposition on behalf of the client who wants to oppose/ object on another Trade Mark
- On call support
- Email support
- Drafting Opposition Notice & Filing
- Free advice
Opposition Notice & Reply
*Excluding Govt. Fees
- All in One services regarding Opposition
- On Call Support
- Email Support
- Drafting TM Opposition Notice, Reply & Filing
- Power of Attorney Change
- Extension of time form
- Free Advice
Prices shown are with 10% discount. Government fees are additional.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can file a trademark opposition?
Any person can file an opposition against a trademark published in the Journal. You don't need to be a trademark owner - even consumers or trade associations can oppose.
What is the time limit for filing opposition?
Opposition must be filed within 4 months from the date of publication in the Trademark Journal. This period is not extendable.
How long does the opposition process take?
The opposition proceeding typically takes 2-4 years to complete, depending on the complexity and hearing schedules.