Trademark Services
At Dodd & Co., we understand that your brand is one of your company’s most valuable assets. A strong trademark not only distinguishes your business in the marketplace but also serves as a powerful tool for brand recognition, goodwill, and competitive advantage. Our Trademark Services cover the entire trademark lifecycle, from search and registration to enforcement and commercialization, ensuring that your brand is legally protected in India and globally.
We provide end-to-end trademark solutions for businesses of all sizes, from startups and SMEs to multinational corporations. Whether you are securing a new trademark, expanding your brand internationally, or enforcing your existing rights, our team ensures a seamless, strategic, and cost-effective approach to trademark protection.
Trademark Search Services & Filing Strategy
Before filing a trademark application, conducting a comprehensive trademark search is crucial to assess the availability and registrability of the mark. We offer detailed clearance searches to identify potential conflicts, ensuring your trademark is unique, protectable, and compliant with the Indian Trademark Registry’s requirements.
Our expertise includes:
- Pre-filing trademark clearance searches
- Trademark availability opinions & risk assessment
- Strategic brand protection planning
- Advisory on distinctiveness and registrability
We help businesses select the right trademarks that align with their brand vision while minimizing legal risks and ensuring long-term protection.
Trademark Filing & Registration Services (India & International)
Our team ensures a smooth and efficient trademark registration process in India and globally. We assist with filing national and international trademark applications under the Madrid Protocol, Paris Convention, and direct national filings in multiple jurisdictions through our trusted global network.
Our expertise includes:
- Trademark filing and prosecution before the Indian Trademark Office
- Madrid Protocol trademark applications for international protection
- Multi-jurisdictional trademark filings through global partners
- Responding to office actions and examiner objections
With extensive experience handling trademark applications worldwide, we ensure your brand is registered in key markets efficiently and strategically.
Trademark Oppositions & Dispute Resolution Services
Trademark opposition proceedings play a crucial role in preventing unauthorized use and registration of confusingly similar marks. We represent clients in pre-grant and post-grant trademark oppositions, rectifications, and cancellations, ensuring proactive brand protection.
Our expertise includes:
- Filing & defending trademark oppositions before the Trademark Registry
- Trademark rectification & cancellation proceedings
- Dispute resolution through negotiation & settlement strategies
- Alternative dispute resolution (ADR) & arbitration for trademark conflicts
We take a strategic approach to handling disputes, balancing aggressive enforcement with practical solutions to avoid prolonged litigation.
Trademark Enforcement & Anti-Counterfeiting Services
Brand infringement and counterfeiting are growing threats in today’s marketplace. Unauthorized use of trademarks can dilute brand value, cause consumer confusion, and result in financial losses. Our enforcement team provides comprehensive legal solutions to combat trademark infringement, counterfeiting, and domain name disputes.
Our expertise includes:
- Trademark infringement litigation – filing and defending claims in courts
- Customs recordation & border protection measures to block counterfeit imports
- Online brand protection & takedown of infringing listings on e-commerce platforms
- Cease-and-desist notices & enforcement through regulatory authorities
We work closely with law enforcement agencies, customs officials, and online platforms to safeguard your trademark rights and eliminate counterfeit goods from the market.
Trademark Licensing & Commercialization Services
A trademark is a valuable intellectual property asset that can be monetized through strategic licensing, franchising, and joint ventures. We help businesses structure trademark licensing agreements to maximize revenue while maintaining brand integrity.
Our expertise includes:
- Trademark licensing & franchising agreements
- Co-branding and strategic partnership agreements
- Royalty structuring & trademark valuation
- Due diligence for M&A transactions involving trademark portfolios
We ensure that licensing arrangements align with our clients’ business goals, providing strong contractual protections for brand owners.
International Trademark Protection & Portfolio Management Services
For businesses looking to expand globally, securing trademark protection in multiple jurisdictions is essential. We offer seamless international trademark registration and enforcement services through our global network of IP professionals.
Our expertise includes:
- Filing & managing international trademarks via the Madrid Protocol
- Direct national filings in key foreign markets through local associates
- Trademark watch services & global portfolio management
- Advisory on IP expansion strategies and jurisdiction-specific challenges
We ensure that your brand is legally protected across international markets while helping you navigate the complexities of cross-border trademark laws.
Why Choose Dodd & Co. for Trademark Services?
- Deep expertise in Indian & International Trademark Law – Strong knowledge of the Indian Trademarks Act and global filing strategies
- Industry-Specific Brand Protection Strategies – Customized trademark solutions for fashion, pharmaceuticals, tech, FMCG, entertainment, and more
- Proven Track Record in Trademark Enforcement & Litigation – Success in high-stakes opposition, cancellation, and infringement cases
- Seamless Global Trademark Filing & Portfolio Management – Through our network of trusted international IP partners
- Business-Oriented Approach – Helping clients monetize and maximize the value of their trademarks