At Octagona India, we consider Intellectual Property (IP) as an invaluable asset and put it at par with other corporeal assets. With our knowledge of domestic and international intellectual property laws, we provide guidance to our clients on registration, protection and transfer of Intellectual Property rights, domestically and internationally. Wherever required, through our team and external partners, we furnish legal and litigation support as well. Menace of infringement of Intellectual Property is not uncommon. To support our clients through it, we relay creative solutions and necessary legal support.
Our full set of services related to Intellectual Property Rights include :
If there are no objections or oppositions, a trademark is typically registered in about 12 to 18 months. You can use the ™ symbol once the application is filed and ® once it is registered.
Yes. Foreign companies can file directly in India or designate India through the Madrid Protocol. We handle filing, objections and oppositions.
A registered trademark is valid for 10 years and can be renewed indefinitely for further 10-year periods.
Options include a cease-and-desist notice, opposition or rectification proceedings and civil action for an injunction and damages. Our legal team and partners support you through each step.
Yes. Trademarks, patents and know-how can be licensed or assigned to your Indian entity. These agreements have tax and transfer pricing implications, which we review together with you.