Trademark prosecution determines whether your mark is granted registration. It requires precise drafting, accurate classification, strong responses to objections, and experienced representation before the Trademark Registry.

IIPRD manages the complete prosecution pathway with clarity, legal discipline, and commercial awareness, ensuring your mark receives strong, defensible protection.

Application Drafting & Filing

• Preparing applications with accurate class mapping
• Drafting specifications aligned to current and future business use
• Filing through national systems or the Madrid Protocol

Examination Management

• Monitoring examination timelines
• Analysing objections (absolute and relative grounds)
• Preparing well-reasoned responses with statutory and precedent-based arguments
• Addressing examiner clarifications and procedural requirements

Hearings & Representation before Registry

• Appearance before hearing officers
• Presenting arguments on distinctiveness, usage, and market presence
• Preparing written submissions post-hearing where required
• Managing procedural compliance at every stage

• Drafting counter-statements
• Preparing evidence, affidavits, and written submissions
• Managing Registry timelines, filings, and follow-ups

• Legally Rigorous: Responses and arguments grounded in statutory interpretation and case law.
• Detail-Oriented: Precise drafting of specifications, evidence, and claims.
• Commercially Informed: Ensuring the protection aligns with actual and planned business use.
• Process-Driven: Strong internal prosecution tracking and proactive communication.

• Businesses filing trademarks in India or multiple jurisdictions
• Companies facing objections or examination queries
• Entities defending applications in opposition proceedings
• Brands requiring structured, multi-country prosecution management

• Experienced trademark attorneys and registry practitioners
• Strong track record in handling complex objections and hearings
• Efficient processes for managing prosecution timelines
• Seamless coordination with associated counsel for enforcement and litigation when necessary

We ensure your trademark is prosecuted with clarity, precision, and the legal strength needed to obtain clean, defensible rights.

Whether you are launching a new brand, expanding internationally, or managing an existing portfolio, IIPRD is your strategic partner in trademark prosecution, protection, and brand building.

Get in touch with us today to discuss your requirements or request a customised trademark strategy plan.