How to apply for a trademark

[David White]

If you are considering applying for a trademark, either through an agency or on your own to save money, there are some steps you should follow and considerations to take into account.

Having the help of a lawyer is always recommended because the application process for a trademark can be more complicated than we think.

However, we'll explain the stages you must comply with in order to apply for a trademark here! And, of course, we also bring some tips.

Preparation for the application.

Everyone who is applying for a trademark should prepare to submit the application. For this reason, it is essential to know the type of trademark requested and understand the kinds of products and/or services you must register with your trademark.

It is essential because you must keep in mind that you can only make minor changes to a trademark and that the goods or services cannot be extended after you have submitted the request.

So, take note of the terms and goods and services, as well as other important details like class number, before starting any application, especially online.

You should also make sure to look for the same or similar trademarks to avoid legal trouble.

Send the request.

While we said the process could get a bit complicated, filling out the application quietly can make the process a breeze.

Once you start the application, you don't need to finish it in one session. You can save the information you have entered and exit and return to the form at any time.

In this part of the process, if you have everything you need to apply, you must also pay the application submission fee and attach necessary files (if the application is online, you must find information about the submission requirements).

Tools needed.

The tools you need to apply to a trademark will depend on the alternative you choose.

If you are sending the application through an agency, you must follow the steps indicated by their representatives.

Agencies operating in the sector are usually prepared with everything applicants need.

But, if you are doing it on your own, we recommend that you seek tools or assistance to learn, search and apply without problems.

You can google the topic of your preference or look for more information on our blog to find the answers to all your questions.

Remember that it is essential to explore your proposed trademark and try to identify the products or services you want to protect.

However, choosing the right tools to achieve this will largely depend on the nature of your project.

Final thoughts.

If you think the process is very rigorous and complicated, try to get trademark assistance from Mandreel.com.

A trademark assist or agency can help you learn and understand some of the trademark basics, as well as explore your proposed trademark to identify common mistakes before applying.

Seek help to find out if your trademark may contain a word or phrase that may be difficult to register, or to search for trademarks that may generate controversy or become a problem.

That will make the process of applying for a trademark (TM) easier and more efficient!

Looking for more information about trademark & copyright registration in Malaysia? Then, you might be interested in checking Mandreel.com Malaysia Trademark & Copyright Registration on MyIPO.

Reference:

Mandreel Agency: MyIPO Trademark Search in Malaysia