Enforcement and validity

 

Our services with regard to the enforcement and validity include trademark infringement lawsuits, preliminary injunction proceedings, representing clients in opposition proceedings and when observations have to be filed against a trademark application; and representing clients in trademark cancellation procedures. The services are extended to unfair competition type cases (passing off) and initiating customs measures against illegal trademarks.

Our services with regard to the enforcement and validity of trademarks rights include the followings:

• trademark infringement cases;

• preliminary injunction proceedings;

• enforcement of trademark rights in actions of the customs authorities (customs inspection, border measures);

• litigation relating to competition law (unfair competition, passing off);

• observation and opposition against trademark applications;

• trademark cancellation procedures;

• procedure for a declaration on the revocation by reason of non-use;

• procedure for a declaration on the revocation by reason of losing distinctive character;

• procedure for a declaration on the revocation by reason of becoming deceptive;

• procedure for the declaration of revocation by reason of dissolution of the holder without successor in title;

• legal representation before authorities and courts in connection with the defence against such proceedings.