Services
Trademark Registration – Comprehensive Brand Protection
A trademark is a legally protected sign that distinguishes one company’s goods or services from those of its competitors. It may be a name, logo, slogan, or a combination of these. Registration with the Polish Patent Office (UPRP), the EUIPO, or internationally through WIPO grants the exclusive right to use the mark and provides grounds for pursuing claims in the event of infringement. We help assess a mark’s registrability, handle the application, and defend it in contentious proceedings.
Why Register a Trademark?
Trademark rights do not arise automatically when a mark starts being used in business. Without registration, a company does not have exclusive rights to its name or logo, even if it has used them for years. A competitor could register a similar mark and prevent the company from continuing to use its brand.
An unregistered mark is also difficult to defend in a dispute. Enforcing rights based solely on use requires proving that the mark is recognised in the market, which is a longer and less certain process than relying on registered rights.
A registered trademark is also a business asset. It can be valued, licensed, or sold, increasing the company’s value in the eyes of investors and business partners.
UPRP · EUIPO · WIPO
national, EU and international applications
Scope of Services
Our work covers the entire trademark lifecycle, from the initial assessment to defence in a dispute:
We assess registrability
- checking for conflicts with registered and pending marks in the UPRP, EUIPO and WIPO databases
- assessing the risk of refusal or opposition from competitors
We prepare the application
- preparing the list of goods and services in accordance with the Nice Classification
- preparing the documentation and filing the application with the UPRP or EUIPO, or through WIPO’s Madrid System
We manage the application process
- responding to objections raised by the office
- representing you throughout the process until a final registration decision is issued
We manage deadlines and formalities
- monitoring deadlines and paying official fees in Poland and abroad
- making changes to trademark registers, such as changes of owner or address
We represent clients in disputes
- oppositions and applications for invalidation or revocation before the UPRP, EUIPO and foreign offices
We defend your rights in court
- representation before the Regional Administrative Court and the Supreme Administrative Court
- negotiations and drafting cease-and-desist letters
- civil and criminal proceedings concerning infringement of exclusive rights
We advise on brand protection strategy
Who Is This Service For?
Startups and New Brands
Registering a trademark early protects the name and logo before the brand becomes widely recognised and helps avoid costly rebranding.
Small and Medium-Sized Businesses
End-to-end management of trademark registration and protection without the need to hire an in-house legal team.
Large Companies and Corporate Groups
Managing trademark portfolios across multiple countries and coordinating applications and disputes in different jurisdictions.
Individual Creators
Protecting a surname, stage name, or the name of an individual project as a trademark.
How the Engagement Works
01
Consultation
We discuss your brand, its market, and your protection goals to determine the appropriate scope of the application.
02
Registrability Assessment
We check for conflicts with existing marks and assess the likelihood of successful registration.
03
Filing the Application
We prepare the documentation and file the application with the UPRP, EUIPO, or WIPO.
04
Managing the Process Through to a Decision
We respond to office objections and represent you throughout the process until registration.
05
Ongoing Support
We manage deadlines, fees, and renewals, and monitor the market for potential infringements.
Timeline and Cost
Indicative estimates. The exact timeline and cost depend on the scope of the application and how the process unfolds.
How Long Does It Take?
- UPRP application with no opposition: approximately 5–6 months
- EU trademark application through EUIPO with no opposition: approximately 4–6 months
- International registration through WIPO: usually 6–12 months, depending on the countries designated
- Contentious proceedings (opposition or invalidation) extend the process; the timeline depends on how the case proceeds
How Much Does It Cost?
- Official fees depend on the number of goods and services classes and the territorial scope of protection (Poland, the EU, or selected countries)
- Our legal fees are determined individually after reviewing the scope of the application and are provided before work begins
- An initial consultation helps estimate the total cost of the proceedings before you make a decision
Experience You Can Rely On
50+ lat
of experience in industrial property protection
Hundreds of Applications
trademark applications handled each year for clients in Poland and abroad
Industry Rankings
recognition in IP STARS, WTR 1000 and IAM Patent 1000
Memberships:
INTA
FICPI
AIPPI
Trademark Team
PW
Paweł Wac
Head of the Trademark and Legal Team
SM
Sławomir Mazur
Deputy Head of the Trademark and Legal Team
AS
Anna Stopińska-Ślefarska
President of the Management Board, patent attorney
BK
Bartosz Krakowiak
Member of the Management Board, patent attorney
Frequently Asked Questions
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Would you like to register a trademark?
Book a consultation with Paweł Wac, Head of the Trademark and Legal Team.