Trade Mark Protection

For many companies trade marks are amongst their most valuable assets. Trade marks enable customers to identify the source of products or services and are unique identifiers of the business.

Withers & Rogers has a leading trade mark practice. Our attorneys have considerable experience in advising on the selection, protection and enforcement of trade marks in the United Kingdom and elsewhere.

We represent many prestigious and multi-national companies and offer strategic portfolio advice covering all aspects of trade mark management.

Our services include: 

  • Trade mark registrations - a core part of our work involves filing applications to register trade marks and pursuing those applications through the registration process

  • Handling oppositions, cancellation and other ‘with notice' proceedings

  • Providing opinions on the likely success of registrations and potential infringements

  • Managing international brand portfolios

  • Renewals

  • Maintaining regular watching services 

  • Preparing trade mark licences

  • Pursuing applications for certification and collective marks

Our attorneys are also experienced in instructing barristers and solicitors for Court proceedings.

"We have always found Withers & Rogers to be client focused, responsive and practical in their advice. Over the years, we have had to call upon their expertise and experience to guide us through various IP matters and their support has been invaluable."

Ginsters logo Andy Valentine, Marketing Director, Ginsters