Trademark Services
Comprehensive trademark search, registration, renewal, and enforcement services across Lebanon and the MENA region. Protect your brand with confidence.
Our Trademark Services
From initial search to ongoing enforcement, we manage every aspect of your trademark portfolio.
● Trademark Search & Clearance
We conduct thorough searches across local and international databases to assess the availability of your proposed trademark and identify potential conflicts before filing.
● Trademark Registration
We handle the complete registration process including preparing and filing applications, responding to office actions, and ensuring your trademark is registered successfully.
● Trademark Renewal
We track renewal deadlines and ensure timely renewal filings to maintain your trademark protection continuously, preventing any lapses in your rights.
● Trademark Cancellation & Disputes
We represent clients in trademark disputes in Lebanon, including filing cancellation actions against conflicting marks and defending registered trademarks before the competent courts.
● Portfolio Management
We provide ongoing management of your entire trademark portfolio including monitoring deadlines, tracking status changes, and advising on strategic decisions.
● Trademark Watch
We monitor trademark registers and marketplaces to detect potentially infringing marks and alert you of any threats to your brand early on.
Trademark Registration Process
Initial Consultation
We discuss your brand, business objectives, and target markets to develop a tailored trademark strategy.
Trademark Search
We conduct a comprehensive availability search to identify potential conflicts and assess registration prospects.
Application Filing
We prepare and file your trademark application with the relevant trademark office, ensuring proper classification and documentation.
Examination & Response
We monitor the examination process and respond to any office actions or objections raised by the examiner.
Registration & Maintenance
Upon successful registration, we provide ongoing portfolio management, renewal tracking, and enforcement support.
Publication
Once the trademark is accepted and registered, it is published in the Official Gazette to inform the public. Any disputes concerning the registered trademark may thereafter be addressed before the competent courts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How long does trademark registration take in Lebanon?
Trademark registration in Lebanon typically takes 2-3 months from filing to registration. The process includes filing, examination, and registration phases.
Q: How long is a trademark valid in Lebanon?
A trademark registration in Lebanon is valid for 10 years from the filing date and can be renewed indefinitely for successive 10-year periods.
Q: Can I register a trademark in multiple MENA countries at once?
While there is no single MENA-wide trademark registration, Trust Intellectual Property can file trademark applications simultaneously in multiple jurisdictions including Lebanon, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, Jordan, Iraq, and Egypt through our network of local agents.
Ready to Protect Your Brand?
Speak with our trademark specialists today for expert guidance on protecting your brand in Lebanon and beyond.