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Creating and Registering Trademarks in the United Kingdom
## Module 1: Introduction to Trademarks
* Definition of a trademark and its importance in the market.
* Difference between a trademark, trade name, logo/design, and patent.
* Benefits of trademarks for startups and large businesses.
* Examples of successful trademarks in the UK.
## Module 2: Laws and Authorities in the United Kingdom
* Role of the **UK Intellectual Property Office (UK IPO)**.
* Overview of the **Trade Marks Act 1994**.
* Legal rights granted by a registered trademark.
* Duration of protection (10 years, renewable).
## Module 3: Choosing and Designing a Trademark
* How to select a distinctive name or logo.
* Common mistakes (generic names – descriptive words – copying famous brands).
* Acceptable types of trademarks:
* Words.
* Logos and images.
* Colors.
* Sounds and symbols.
* Free and paid tools for checking names and logos.
## Module 4: Research and Availability Check
* How to search the UK IPO database.
* Additional tools (EUIPO – WIPO).
* Checking for conflicts with existing businesses.
* Case studies of rejected names due to conflicts.
## Module 5: Official Registration Process
1. Create an account on the UK IPO website.
2. Choose the correct class (Nice Classification for goods and services).
3. Complete the application form.
4. Upload required documents (design – description).
5. Pay the fees (£170 for the first class + £50 for each additional class).
6. Examination stage by UK IPO.
7. Publication in the official journal.
8. Opposition period (2 months, extendable).
9. Receiving the registration certificate.
## Module 6: Post-Registration
* How to use a registered trademark (™ and ®).
* Strategies to protect the trademark from infringement.
* Renewal process after expiration.
* Expanding protection to the EU and other countries via WIPO.
## Module 7: Trademark Management and Disputes
* How to file an opposition against a similar trademark.
* Steps to defend your trademark if opposed.
* Dispute resolution and the role of UK courts.
* Legal costs and procedures with solicitors.
## Module 8: Practical and Applied Training
* Workshops:
* Registering a real trademark step by step on the UK IPO website.
* Preparing an availability search report.
* Case studies (successes and failures).
* Final Project: Create a complete trademark (name + logo + registration plan).
## Appendices and Supporting Resources
* Direct links to UK IPO resources.
* Templates for trademark licensing agreements.
* List of specialized UK trademark attorneys.
* Extra learning resources (courses + books + articles).
**Learning Outcomes:**
* Full understanding of UK trademark laws and registration procedures.
* Ability to register a trademark independently or manage the process with a solicitor.
* Knowledge of protecting and managing trademarks internationally.
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