Trademark
Response to Opposition Service

Response to Opposition

What if my trademark is opposed?

If during the publication of your trademark application somebody feels that they should be entitled to the exclusive use of the mark instead, they can file what is called an opposition. The result is that the U.S. Patent and Trademark office (or trademark office in the applicable office) then goes through the process of determining who has an earlier priority date and stronger rights, and then makes a decision whether to grant you the trademark or not. During these proceedings, both the applicant and holder may submit evidence as to who started using the trademark earlier, and who is legally entitled to its ownership.

Hire a trademark attorney to assist in responding to a Notice of Opposition.

It is important to consider engaging a trademark attorney to represent you before the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (the “TTAB”). When responding to a Notice of Opposition you must meet certain legal requirements, and, ensure you abide by all the deadlines set by the TTAB. It can be incredibly difficult for a trademark owner to respond to a Notice of Opposition and continuously meet all the requirements of the opposition proceeding without the assistance of an attorney.

Respond to Opposition

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