Trademark Review, Risk Audit & Legal Opinion
CS-Led Due Diligence | Risk Checks | Brand Compliance
Prevent costly objections and protect your brand—get your trademarks professionally reviewed by CS experts Lawful Journey offers comprehensive trademark review and risk audits for startups, corporates, brand owners, and investors. Our Company Secretaries and legal team assess the legal health of your marks—identifying risks, conflicts, and compliance gaps before you file, expand, assign, or invest.
Trademark disputes and refusals are most often caused by lack of due diligence, similarity to existing marks, or incomplete documentation. Whether you are planning to file new trademarks, reviewing a portfolio before acquisition or investment, or want a legal opinion for litigation, our CS-led team gives you a detailed review, risk audit, and actionable advice. We cover Indian TM Registry checks, global risk, documentation, renewal status, objections, and compliance. Our opinion helps you make confident business decisions and avoid litigation, loss, or delays.
- CS-led comprehensive TM registry and global database search
- Detailed risk audit: similarity, class, use, and documentation check
- Legal opinion/report for filing, portfolio sale, funding, or M&A
- Expert compliance advice for trademark filing, renewal, and litigation
Why Choose Trademark Review & Risk Audit Services?
A trademark is a valuable legal asset—but only if it is unique, correctly classified, and kept compliant. Rushed filings, missed renewals, and unchecked similarity to existing marks lead to expensive objections or court disputes. Our CS/legal team reviews every aspect: name, logo, class, use, status, compliance, and documentation. We provide a written legal opinion and risk report, so you can file, license, sell, or invest with confidence.
CS-Led Due Diligence
All reviews and opinions conducted by Company Secretaries with deep experience in trademark law, registry practice, and business compliance.
Full Registry & Database Search
Comprehensive search of Indian TM Registry, WIPO, and relevant databases to spot conflicts, expired marks, or litigation risks.
Class, Use & Documentation Check
Review of TM class, user claims, supporting documents, renewal status, and legal use to spot compliance gaps or exposure.
Written Legal Opinion/Report
You receive a signed risk audit and legal opinion—essential for filing, brand sale, IP due diligence, funding, or dispute resolution.
Practical Compliance Advice
Actionable steps to cure gaps: refiling, class correction, documentation, evidence, or reply to objections. We also support with filings if needed.
Support for M&A, Investors & Startups
Expert portfolio review before mergers, acquisitions, VC funding, licensing, or brand assignments—protecting your investment and business interests.
Who Should Get a Trademark Review & Risk Audit?
Trademark review is essential for any business or individual planning to file a new mark, buy/sell a brand, expand internationally, or raise investment. It is also critical before major business events, assignments, or launching new products.
Manufacturers & Product Brands
- Launching new brands, products, or labels
- Planning export, expansion, or online sales
- Conducting compliance health check for multiple marks
Startups, Investors & M&A
- Startups raising funding or entering new markets
- VCs, angels, or corporates reviewing IP portfolios
- Mergers, acquisitions, or brand assignments
E-Commerce & Franchises
- Online sellers and D2C brands entering marketplaces
- Retail/franchise chains reviewing all branch brands
- Brands preparing for international expansion
Professionals & Individuals
- Authors, designers, and creators building a brand
- Anyone planning to file or sell a trademark
- Brands with past objections, litigation, or renewal issues
Step-by-Step Trademark Review & Legal Opinion Process
Step 1: Requirement Briefing & Information Collection
We understand your business objectives—filing, acquisition, funding, or dispute—and collect all relevant trademark details, documents, and classes.
Step 2: Comprehensive Registry & Conflict Search
We conduct full Indian TM Registry and global database search to identify similar/identical marks, pending objections, oppositions, or expiry issues.
Step 3: Risk & Compliance Audit
Our CS/legal team reviews class, use claim, renewal status, supporting documents, past notices, and possible gaps in legal or practical compliance.
Step 4: Legal Opinion & Risk Report
We prepare a detailed, written legal opinion—highlighting all risks, gaps, and suggested cures. This can be used for management, board, investors, or court.
Step 5: Action Plan & Compliance Support
We advise next steps: refiling, evidence collection, class correction, or defending objections. Our CS/legal team can handle all required actions if you opt in.
Documents & Information Needed for Trademark Review
Trademark Details & Registry Records
- Trademark Application/Certificate: Filed application, registration certificate, or TM Registry extract.
- Logo or Word Mark Sample: Image, design file, or description of the mark(s) under review.
- Class & Goods/Services List: List of classes, goods, or services covered by each mark.
Legal & Compliance Documentation
- Use Affidavit & Evidence: Affidavit and documents showing use, if already in commerce.
- Objection/Notice Records: Copies of any Registry objections, oppositions, legal notices, or litigation.
- Renewal & Assignment Records: Proof of last renewal, assignment deeds, or Board Resolutions.
Why Choose Lawful Journey?
CS-Led Risk Audit
All reviews are conducted by Company Secretaries—combining legal, business, and Registry expertise for practical, usable advice.
Full Registry & Global Search
All marks checked for similarity, expiry, litigation, and compliance risks in Indian TM Registry and relevant global databases.
Written Legal Opinion
A detailed report or certificate, signed by our CS/legal team—valid for filings, board decisions, sale, funding, or court reference.
Actionable Advice & Support
Practical steps to resolve risks—class correction, evidence collection, or defense. We also handle follow-up filings and replies if needed.
M&A, Funding, and Portfolio Due Diligence
Review services for investors, corporates, or startups needing to check multiple marks or full portfolios before big business events.
Ongoing Compliance & Support
Annual or periodic reviews, status checks, and compliance alerts for large or growing trademark portfolios.
Frequently Asked Questions
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To avoid objections, refusals, litigation, or loss of brand value. Review ensures your marks are unique, valid, and compliant before filing, expansion, or sale.
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We check for similarity/conflict, correct class, prior use, documentation, renewal status, and legal compliance. We also flag litigation, opposition, or Registry gaps.
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Absolutely. Our due diligence reports help investors and buyers avoid disputes and make informed decisions.
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Application/certificate, logo or word mark, use affidavits, class list, and any legal notices. We help collect or retrieve records as needed.
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Yes. Every review includes a written, CS-signed legal opinion and risk report you can use for filings, board, or funding.
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Yes. We can handle all follow-up actions: re-filing, class changes, objection replies, evidence collection, or defense before the Registry.
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100%. All information shared is protected by strict legal and professional confidentiality—never shared or reused.
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Yes. We provide periodic audits, status checks, and compliance alerts for businesses with multiple or high-value marks.
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Yes, especially before assignments, funding, or relaunch. Old marks may face renewal, class, or compliance issues that must be checked.
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Absolutely. We provide end-to-end support: objection replies, legal submissions, and representation before the TM Registry.
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