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Trademark Opposition Systems in the MENA Region: Country Comparison
The MENA region features diverse trademark opposition systems, with significant variations across countries. Here’s an overview of the key aspects...Frequently asked questions
What is intellectual property?
Intellectual property (IP) covers all exclusive rights granted over intellectual creations, such as inventions, literary and artistic works, industrial designs, trademarks and other distinctive signs. It covers several areas, including copyright, patents, trademarks and designs.
Why protect my brand?
Protecting your brand gives you exclusive rights to use it. This enables you to prevent unauthorized use of your brand by third parties, ensure its recognition in the marketplace and protect the reputation of your products or services. A prior art search is strongly recommended to avoid any risk of conflict with existing trademarks.
What are the steps involved in registering a trademark in Morocco?
Registering a trademark in Morocco involves the following steps:
- Prior art search to verify the availability of the trademark.
- Applying with the Office Marocain de la Propriété Industrielle et Commerciale (OMPIC).
- Publication in the Trademark Gazette for two months, during which oppositions can be filed.
- Final registration of the trademark if no opposition is filed.
How long is my trademark protected in Morocco?
Trademark protection in Morocco is valid for 10 years, and renewable indefinitely for 10-year periods.
What to do in the event of counterfeiting?
In the event of counterfeiting, several legal actions are possible to obtain compensation:
- Action to stop counterfeiting.
- Seizure of counterfeit products.
- Claim for damages.
Our firm will support you at every stage of the procedure.
What services does H&H IP Law offer?
H&H IP Law offers a wide range of intellectual property services, including:
- Registration of trademarks, patents, designs, and models.
- Management of oppositions and litigation.
- Customs seizures and legal action against counterfeiting.
- Trademark surveillance.
- Strategic advice on IP portfolio management.
- Legal action for unfair competition.