Australian trade mark opposition law / Andrew Sykes.

Chatswood, N.S.W. : LexisNexis Butterworths, 2019.

2nd ed.

89411

Trademarks -- Australia.

Trademarks -- Law and legislation -- Australia.

Trademark licenses -- Australia.

1. Notice of opposition

2. Onus and standard of proof

3. Grounds of opposition to registration

4. Opposition to removal for non-use

5. Practice and procedure

6. Appeals

Appendix: Precedent examples of statements of grounds and particulars.

Successfully navigating both applicable law and procedural requirements is essential to effective practice in trade mark opposition matters. This unique, time-saving text is designed to offer quickly accessible answers to procedural questions covering oppositions to registering and removing trade marks before the Australian Trade Marks Office (ATMO). It includes both the substantive law and procedure, with practical tips on preparation of evidence, oral and written submissions and obtaining orders for costs. The author draws from the extensive body of decisions handed down by the ATMO to simplify the practitioner's role in dealing with the governing law and common practice of the ATMO. It is an essential guide to trade mark opposition practice for legal practitioners and trade mark attorneys and is a highly relevant resource for students undertaking units on trade mark practice. Features: Clear, accessible guidance. Written by experienced trade mark practitioner. Unique focus on the process of trade marks opposition. - Publisher's website.

9780409351187

xxv, 152 p. ; 25 cm