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Achieving success in oppositions and appeals is critical for any innovation-orientated business seeking commercial advantage and growth. We have an excellent track record handling offensive and defensive patent and trade mark oppositions, appeals and cancellations both in the UK and Europe. With sustained success in oppositions and appeals and excellence in advocacy, our team make formidable adversaries.
We have advised hundreds of clients on their opposition and appeals strategies and have a deep understanding of this area. Not only do we have the technical expertise and knowledge of the subject matters under scrutiny, but also a forensic understanding of the evolving procedural aspects of the various processes involved. Our proven track record in successfully defending intellectual property rights for our clients and attacking third party rights that cause concern, means we are the firm of choice for some of the most opposed companies in the world.
We handle everything from compact cost-conscious defences through to multi-party 'win at all costs' proceedings. We never forget that oppositions are always part of a broader commercial context.
Ultimately, whether enforcing or defending your IP rights, it is desirable to be able to do so in a cost-effective manner which is commensurate with the importance of your IP asset and your budget. Our approach is tailored to ensure we design a strategy that underpins your commercial aspirations.
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Our reports focus on a variety of topics and provide in-depth, data-led analysis and commentary to identify trends and answer critical questions. Designed to offer unique insights our aim is to help businesses make strategic commercial decisions aligned to their goals and objectives in vital areas of IP.
We have undertaken extensive research on opposition trends in the Life Sciences, Engineering, Electronics, Software and MedTech areas.
Read our outline of the normal UK
trade mark opposition procedure including who can oppose, how long it takes and possible grounds.
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