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Trade marks, copyright and the protection of business identity.
A business name. A logo. A product design. A piece of software. The intangible assets of a business are often more valuable than the physical ones — and considerably easier to lose if not properly registered and protected.
We advise individuals and businesses on the registration, protection and enforcement of intellectual property rights in Trinidad and Tobago.
Trade mark registration is the most common IP work we handle. The process is technical but straightforward when handled correctly: a clearance search to identify conflicting marks, drafting of the application, filing with the Intellectual Property Office, and prosecution through to registration. The work that goes into the search at the start is what prevents wasted filings.
Where infringement has occurred, we advise on enforcement options ranging from cease-and-desist correspondence to civil proceedings.
Straightforward applications typically take six to twelve months from filing to registration, assuming no objections are raised. Where objections arise, the timeline extends accordingly. We provide a realistic estimate at the start of every matter.
Copyright arises automatically upon creation of an original work and does not require registration to be enforceable. However, evidence of authorship and date of creation is critical in any infringement dispute, and we advise clients on best practice in this regard.
Options range from a cease-and-desist letter through to civil proceedings for infringement. The right approach depends on the strength of your registration, the nature of the infringement and the commercial relationship between the parties. We advise on the most cost-effective route.
Book a consultation. We respond to every enquiry within one business day. Our initial conversation is straightforward — we listen, ask the questions that matter, and tell you honestly where you stand.
Book a Consultation Or call +1 (868) 712-7971Intellectual property services from Jesse Paul & Co. Attorneys-at-Law, San Fernando, Trinidad and Tobago: trade mark searches, registration and infringement matters, copyright, industrial design registration, patent advice and referrals, IP licensing, and cease-and-desist correspondence. Call or WhatsApp +1 (868) 712-7971.