Trademark Objection – Get Expert Legal Help to Protect Your Brand
Facing a Trademark Objection? Don’t Panic — Respond Strategically.
If you’ve applied for a trademark and received an objection from the Trademark Registry, you’re not alone. A Trademark Objection is a preliminary refusal, not a rejection. With the right legal response, you can still secure your brand name.
At Draft It Legal, we help startups, businesses, and brand owners respond to objections professionally — increasing the chance of approval.
What is a Trademark Objection?
A Trademark Objection occurs when the Registrar raises concerns about your trademark application during examination. This may be due to:
Similarity with an existing trademark
Lack of distinctiveness
Incorrect trademark usage
Incomplete documentation
Use of restricted or prohibited terms
The objection is mentioned under Section 9 or Section 11 of the Trade Marks Act, 1999. You are required to file a Trademark Objection Reply within 30 days of receiving the Examination Report.
Why Do Trademarks Get Objected?
Here are the most common reasons:
✅ The mark is too generic or descriptive
✅ It resembles an existing registered trademark
✅ The application lacks a clear specification of goods/services
✅ Incorrect trademark form or class
✅ Use of prohibited terms (like “President”, “National”, etc.)
How We Help – Trademark Objection Reply
At Draft It Legal, our experts draft solid, well-researched, and persuasive replies to Trademark Objections. We ensure:
🔹 Review of Examination Report & Grounds of Objection
🔹 Case Law-Based Legal Drafting
🔹 Proper Documentary Evidence & Affidavits
🔹 Response Filing on the IP India Portal
🔹 Follow-up with Trademark Registry
We increase your chances of approval by addressing the Registrar’s concerns clearly and legally.
Why Responding Quickly Matters
Missing the deadline or sending an improper reply can lead to abandonment of your trademark application. An expert-crafted Objection Reply helps protect your brand identity and avoid re-filing.
Who Should File a Trademark Objection Reply?
Businesses or startups with a pending trademark application
Individuals who received an Examination Report under Section 9 or 11
Anyone looking to preserve exclusive rights to their brand name or logo
Documents Required for Objection Reply
✅ Trademark Examination Report
✅ Power of Attorney (in our format)
✅ Proof of Trademark Usage (invoices, website, packaging, etc.)
✅ Supporting Documents (as needed based on objection)
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FAQs on Trademark Objection
Q1. Can I ignore a Trademark Objection?
❌ No. Ignoring it will lead to application abandonment. You must file a reply within 30 days.
Q2. Is objection a rejection?
No. It’s a query or concern raised by the Registrar. You can reply and defend your application.
Q3. Can I file the reply myself?
While it’s possible, it’s highly advisable to take legal help to avoid mistakes or rejection.
Q4. What happens after I file a reply?
The Registrar reviews your reply. If satisfied, the mark moves forward. If not, a hearing may be scheduled.
📞 Get Started Today – Defend Your Brand
A Trademark Objection doesn’t mean the end of your brand registration journey. Let Draft It Legal craft a strong reply and save your trademark application.