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A trade mark watch can help registered trade mark owners to monitor the IP Australia trade mark database to determine if somebody else files for a similar trademark. A trade mark watch can also help brand owners identify potential infringers and prevent dilution to ensure the continued strength of registered trade marks. A trade mark watch can be customised and configured to business needs and preferences.
ADVANTAGES OF TRADE MARK WATCH SERVICE
There are various advantages of Trade mark watch services. These include:
• to protect trade mark rights against unauthorised use;
• to assist trade mark owners ensure that no third party is using the mark;
• to protect trade marks being copied or used without permission in other countries; and
• enabling trade mark owners to take a proactive approach to prevent any potential infringement.
WHAT ACTION CAN BE TAKEN IF A SIMILAR TRADE MARK IS FOUND
If you find a similar trademark, the first step is to urgently gather information on the trade mark and the owner of the trade mark. While gathering the information, the exiting trade mark owner should ensure they identify the other business, understand how they are using the trade mark and collect any evidence of confusion amongst customers.
You should also seek legal advice from a an expert IP attorney such as the team from IP Guardian who can help you understand your rights and what action you can take.
HOW OFTEN YOU CAN MONITOR?
IP Guardian offers a comprehensive watch service of the Australian and New Zealand trade mark registers. We can assist in trade mark watch services and would be happy to work out the best requirements for your business. The process may include:
• a weekly or monthly search of the relevant register, comparing your trade mark to newly filed applications in the same or similar classes;
• regular watches to ensure any new applications filed by a potential applicant for e.g.: competitor;
• watching a third party’s applications for acceptance, with a view to commencing opposition proceedings if required.
IP Guardian has a team of intellectual property experts who can assist with Trademark Watch Services. If you require assistance, you can contact our team on + 61 2 9071 0130 or [email protected] and our friendly staff will ensure that you are directed to the professional expert to assist you with your matter.
Registered Patent and Trade Mark Attorney with significant experience obtaining all forms of registered intellectual property. I hold a Bachelor of Science in Engineering, a Masters of Business Administration and a Masters of Intellectual Property. I’m passionate about showing my clients how they can protect their brands through trademark registrations.
I found them online and initially I was bit hesitant to talk to them about my problem but when I spoke to Barry, I felt more comfortable, and he gave me all the information and advice I wanted without even thinking that I am going to give him business or not. Finally, I went with them, and they made the entire process so smooth and easy for me. john was keeping us updated with each step he was doing. I would recommend these guys for any patent or trademark related service.
I would like to express my thanks to Barry and his team at IP Guardian in Sydney for their assistance with our recent Trademark application. Barry was highly professional, readily available throughout the process and clearly communicated expectations. Barry even helped us refine our application so that we had a greater chance of success which was very much appreciated to avoid extra costs. I would highly recommend Ip Guardian for all your Trademark and Intellectual Property needs.
Barry, last week, you and your professional team, made my year (or probably my next 21 years). So thank you so much for your executive, calm yet very effective actions under extream pressure. Elias Hajjar, Director, TROLLEYON PTY LTD
Informative, understood the business, what it needed and answered questions in a friendly and approachable manner. Easy decision to continue working with IPGuardian for future trademarking
From the day I contacted Barry Meskin until now with my silly amateur questions, he has been nothing short of amazing. I actually NEVER leave reviews anywhere, but I felt the need to do so for Barry and his team. I myself am a tradie, so I felt intimidated speaking to an attorney. But the second I spoke to him on the phone, he made me feel right at home. Never pressured me into any decisions, yet when I decided to go ahead with him, he delivered what I needed much quicker than what I was expecting. I cannot speak highly enough of him and recommend his services 100%.
The team at IP Guardian have made the process extremely straight forward and easy for us to understand exactly what was required. I will highly recommend to our clients who need help with IP.
I have dealt with Barry over the years, his advice and experience has helped me greatly. Looking for to working with him and his team again. Maher.
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We've had the pleasure to work closely with Barry for many years. He has been exceptional to deal with and has a keen focus in providing a commercial led IP "go to market" strategy for start-ups and well known brands. Makes it easy and always advises on different ways to navigate through the IP process.
Barry Meskin @ IP Guardian is an experienced and extremely knowledgeable expert in the domain of intellectual property, patents and trademarks. In addition he has been extremely responsive and very professional in all our dealings. I wholeheartedly recommend Barry's services to any business or anyone seeking advice in this area - great quality and great value.