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Does it mean my mark will be granted if the application is completed and passed the substantive examination?
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Once your trademark has been accepted for registration, it will be published in the IP Journal or local newspaper.
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What is a publication?
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The Examiner will publish the applications which are accepted for registration on the IP journal or local newspaper. The information of the trademark will be published and opened for opposition. Opponent may request opposition during a period of time (varies by country).
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Who can opposite to my application?
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Anyone can view your trademark application and lodge an opposition to it if they concern about it.
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What should I do if my trademark is opposite by someone?
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You may withdraw your application or respond to the opposition by filing a counter-statement. Certainly, you may negotiate with the opponent to find out a better settlement.
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How can I show others that my trademark is registered?
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Once your trademark has been accepted for registration, the Registrar will enter the details of your trademark into the register and you will be issued with a certificate of registration (some countries only issue e-certificate of registration). You may put ® on your mark in the country(ies) that you get registration to show others that the mark is a registered trademark.
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