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Trademark Registration & Protection in India and the US
Search, file, defend and renew your brand name, logo and slogan, so nobody else can trade on your reputation.
Check Your Brand Name for FreeIN SHORT
A trademark is a name, logo, slogan or other sign that identifies your goods or services and sets you apart from competitors. LYI provides trademark search, application filing, objection handling, hearings, oppositions and renewals in India and the United States.
Who is this for?
- 01New businesses choosing a name and logo
- 02Established brands that have never registered their marks
- 03E-commerce sellers and exporters selling in India and the US
- 04Companies facing objections, oppositions or copycats
A CLOSER LOOK
What is Trademark Registration & Protection?
Your brand is one of your most valuable assets. If someone else registers a similar name first, you may be forced to rebrand, lose customers or fight a costly dispute. We check availability before you commit, file in the right classes, respond to objections and attend hearings, and keep your registration alive over the years. We also help you plan for the US if you sell or plan to sell there.
What we do
- 01Trademark search: Checks for identical and similar marks before you file, to reduce the risk of rejection.
- 02Application filing: Correct classes, accurate descriptions of goods and services, and timely filing.
- 03Objection handling: Replies to examination reports and office actions, with legal arguments and evidence.
- 04Hearings and opposition: Preparation and representation in hearings and opposition proceedings.
- 05Renewals and monitoring: Renewal reminders and watch services to spot conflicting marks.
- 06US filing support: Applications to the USPTO based on actual use or intent to use.
THE PROCESS
How it works
Search. We check your mark and recommend whether to proceed.
File. We prepare and file the application in the correct classes.
Respond. We handle objections, hearings and any opposition.
Maintain. We renew and monitor so your rights stay in force.
COUNTRY GUIDE
India and US at a glance
| Topic | India | United States |
|---|---|---|
| Trademark office | Trade Marks Registry | US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) |
| Basis for filing | Use, or intent to use | Actual use in commerce, or intent to use |
| After filing | Examination, then publication; third parties can oppose | Examination, then publication; third parties can oppose |
| Registration term | 10 years, renewable | 10 years, renewable, with proof of use filed between years 5 and 6 |
| Foreign applicants | Can apply directly or through an agent | Applicants based outside the US must be represented by a US-licensed attorney |
| Use of symbols | TM for pending or unregistered; R only after registration | TM for pending or unregistered; R only after registration |
Rules and fees can change. Confirm the current position for your situation before filing.
Example use cases
- 01A new D2C brand registers its name and logo before launch
- 02An exporter protects its brand in the US before selling on online marketplaces
- 03A company receives an objection from the Registry and needs an expert reply
- 04A business renews marks and checks for copycats
Why choose LYI for Trademark Registration & Protection
- 01Search before you spend: We help you avoid names likely to be refused.
- 02Complete service: One team from search to renewal.
- 03India and US coverage: Plan your brand protection across both markets.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Frequently asked questions
What is trademark registration?
It is the process of officially recording your brand name, logo or slogan with the trademark office, giving you exclusive rights to use it for the goods and services you registered.
Why should I register my trademark?
Registration gives you stronger legal rights, helps you stop copycats, supports marketplace brand protection and makes your brand a business asset you can license or sell.
How long does trademark registration take?
If there are no objections or oppositions it can take several months to a year or more in either country. Objections, hearings and oppositions add time.
What happens if the examiner raises an objection?
You get a chance to reply with arguments, evidence or amendments, and in India a hearing may follow. We prepare and file the response.
Do I need a US trademark if I already have an Indian one?
Yes. Trademark rights are territorial. An Indian registration does not protect you in the US, so register in each country where you sell or plan to sell.
How long does a trademark last?
In both countries a registration lasts 10 years and can be renewed. The US also requires proof of use to be filed in the early years.
NEXT STEP
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Send us your brand name and what you sell. We will give you a first view on availability. General information, not legal advice.
Check Your Brand Name for FreeThe information on this website is general in nature and is not legal advice. Please speak to an IP professional about your specific situation.
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