TRADEMARKS

MLS Legal also offers trademark services. We take care of all steps leading up to the registration of a trademark, and can assist you with any litigation or contract relating to trademarks.

We have access to a vast network of foreign associates to serve your trademark protection needs internationally.

• Smart management of your trademarks portfolio in Canada and internationally
• Availability searches and opinions
• Filing of applications for registration of trademarks and administrative procedures, including responses to oppositions and evidence of distinctive character
• Due diligence review of trademark portfolios and related agreements
• Compliance with the Nice International Classification
• Expungement proceedings (s. 45 notices)
• Opposition to the registration of third-party trademarks
• Appeal or judicial review of any decision of the Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO)
• Assignment and trademark licenses, franchise agreements
• Litigation related to trademarks and unfair competition
• Supervision of international litigation for Canadian clients