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Trade Marks

We handle all aspects of trademark protection across Asia - from searches and filings to enforcement and portfolio management. Our local teams and regional IP expertise ensure optimal trademark strategies for every market.

Frequently Asked Questions

  Protection of Well Known Trade marks Madrid Registrations Enforceable First to File Jurisdiction Opposition Proceedings Possible Non-use Period For Cancellation Custom Recordals Possible
China Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Hong Kong Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Taiwan Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Macao Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Vietnam Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Singapore Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Japan Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Philippines Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
South Korea Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Thailand Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
United Arab Emirates Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
India Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Pakistan Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Sri Lanka Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Kazakhstan Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Uzbekistan Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Iraq Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Iran Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
North Korea Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Nepal Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Myanmar Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Mongolia Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Armenia Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Georgia Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Tajikistan Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Kyrgyzstan Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Republic of Maldives Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Azerbaijan Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Palestine Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Laos Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Brunei Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Cambodia Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Turkmenistan Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Yemen Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Jordan Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Saudi Arabia Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Qatar Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Kuwait Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Bahrain Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Syria Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Lebanon Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Israel Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Oman Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Afghanistan Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Malaysia Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Bangladesh Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Timor-Leste Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Cyprus Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Palestine Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
FAQs
Trade Mark Information
  • Q
    Governing trademark laws in Asia?
    A
    Major legislations include: China's Trademark Law (2019), Japan's Trademark Act, India's Trade Marks Act 1999. ASEAN countries are reforming laws to meet EU/US FTA requirements.
  • Q
    What documents are needed for trademark renewals in Asia?
    A
    Typically: 1) Renewal request form 2) Power of Attorney 3) Fee payment. India requires original certificate, while China needs business license copy. Most jurisdictions allow 6-month grace period.
  • Q
    Documents for name changes of trademark owners in Asia?
    A
    Generally: 1) Name change certificate 2) POA 3) Application form. China requires official Chinese translation. Singapore/Hong Kong processes are fastest (2-4 weeks), while India may take 3+ months.
  • Q
    What related rights exist in Asia?
    A
    Well-known mark protection (China's Anti-Unfair Competition Law), collective/certification marks (Japan), geographical indications (India's GI Act). Some countries recognize trade dress protection.
Patent Information
  • Q
    Patent term and maintenance fee schedules in Asia?
    A
    Standard 20-year term applies regionally. China/Japan require annual fees, while Korea uses 3-year cycles. India has unique "working" requirement with Form 27. Pharmaceutical patents may get term extensions in Japan/Korea.
  • Q
    What types of patents are available in Asian countries?
    A
    Most Asian jurisdictions offer standard invention patents, utility models (China, Japan, Korea) and design patents. Some countries like India don't recognize utility models, while China has a unique invention-utility model dual filing system. Pharmaceutical patents receive special consideration in Korea and India.
Registered Design Information
  • Q
    Principal design legislation in Asian countries?
    A
    • China: Patent Law (Chapter 4 - Designs) amended 2021.
    • Japan: Design Act revised 2020 with expanded protection scope.
    • Korea: Design Protection Act incorporating GUI protections.
    • India: Designs Act 2000 with recent rules amendments.
    • ASEAN nations are harmonizing laws through ECAP program.
  • Q
    What designs are registrable in Asia?
    A
    • China now protects partial designs (since 2021 amendment).
    • Japan/Korea recognize GUI and interior designs.
    • India excludes functional designs and artistic works.
    • Singapore/Hong Kong follow UK-inspired registrability standards.
  • Q
    Can multiple design embodiments be filed in one application in Asia?
    A
    • Japan/Korea allow unlimited designs in single application (with extra fees).
    • China permits "similar designs" grouping (max 10 per application).
    • India strictly requires separate applications for each design.
    • Singapore's multiple design system permits up to 50 designs.
    • ASEAN countries are gradually adopting multiple design systems.

What We Do

What We Do

We provide comprehensive intellectual property protection and enforcement services across Asia, helping clients safeguard their rights through strategic solutions tailored to each market. Our team combines legal expertise with deep regional knowledge to deliver effective results.

 

From trademark oppositions and patent litigation to anti-counterfeiting actions and dispute resolution, we handle all aspects of IP enforcement. Our attorneys have successfully represented clients in high-profile cases, setting precedents across multiple Asian jurisdictions.

 

Beyond enforcement, we offer proactive monitoring and risk management to protect your IP assets. Whether through litigation, negotiation, or alternative dispute resolution, we develop cost-effective strategies aligned with your business objectives in Asia.

Our Team

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