Checklist
It's important to plan ahead because trade mark applications can be refused, in which case no refunds are given.
Most applications fail either because someone else got there first, or because the mark was not distinctive.
Your strategy
| Are you sure this is the correct mark for you? |
Yes No I want to check |
| Does it fit into your overall IP portfolio strategy? | check |
European Union trade mark
| Can it be represented clearly and objectively? |
Yes No I want to check |
| Is it distinctive but not descriptive? | check |
| Have you checked that the mark or a similar one already exists? | check |
Goods and services
| Have you made a list of the goods you want to sell and/or the services you want to offer? |
Yes No I want to check |
| Have you checked which category of the Nice Classification they belong in? | check |
We would kindly like to remind you, that long lists of goods and/or services may lead to a number of disadvantages, namely:
- a higher risk of classification deficiencies;
- delays in publication and registration of the EUTM;
- an increased risk of conflicts with other trade marks (oppositions);
- an increased risk of a trade mark being eventually cancelled because of a similarity to an earlier mark or non-use of all the registered goods and/or services.
Ownership
| You will have to provide us with accurate details of the proprietor of the mark. Do you have this information? |
Yes No I want to check |
| Do you need a representative? | check |
Please remember: If you're not sure about what mark to select, what products to claim or whether or not your trade mark conflicts with another trade mark, you should seek professional advice.
