Symbiosis Law School, Hyderabad is organising Beyond Logos- A Workshop on Navigating the Trademark Landscape on 23-24 February 2024. The last date of registration is February 21.
The Centre for Intellectual Property Research and Advocacy (CIPRA) of Symbiosis Law School, Hyderabad is organizing Beyond Logos- A Workshop on Navigating the Trademark Landscape- an online workshop on the basics of trademark and its filing, in collaboration with The IP Press on the 23rd and 24th of February, 2024.
About the Event
This is an online workshop on the theoretical and filing aspects of Trademark, followed by a competition on “Replying to Objections in Trademark Filing.” The Workshop will be led by industry experts and offer practical insights that enable participants to deepen their understanding of the procedures behind filing for a trademark.
It will delve into the basics of trademark, how trademark filing offers a robust shield against infringement, empowering the owners to take legal action against unauthorised trademark use. The workshop will present itself as a foundation for the competition to follow, guiding the students with the required knowledge for the competition.
During the workshop, the participants will gain an understanding of the paramount importance of safeguarding a brand’s identity and ensuring the distinctiveness of the products and services in today’s competitive market. Participants will receive guided instruction on the intricate aspects of trademark filing, encompassing step-by-step procedures and requirements for successful registration, with a particular emphasis on navigating and responding to objections raised by the trademark registry.
By the end of this workshop, the participants will be equipped with the knowledge regarding trademark in general and skills necessary to navigate the complexities of trademark filing and reply to objections, which will be put to the test in the competition.
Eligibility
This Workshop is open for industry professionals, academicians, research scholars and students from all fields.
Modules
The Workshop is divided into two sessions consisting of a total of four modules:
- DAY 1: 23.02.2024
SESSION 1: By Mr. Debjyoti Sarkar, Advocate, S. Majumdar and Co. (11:00 am to 12:30 pm), consisting of
Module 1: Introduction and Overview of Trademarks
Module 2: Theoretical Foundations
Module 3: Celebrity Trademarks
SESSION 2: By Ms. Sayani Roy, Advocate, S. Majumdar and Co. (02:00 pm to 03:30 pm), consisting of
Module 4: Filing Process - DAY 2: 24.02.2024
Assessment: Online Trademark Filing Competition- Drafting a reply to the examination report provided to the participants.
How to Register?
Interested candidates can register via the link given at the end of the post.
Fee
Fees – Rs. 150/-
Account Details:
A/C Holder Name: Symbiosis Law School Hyderabad
A/C No: 216310100005057
Bank: Union Bank of India
Branch: Mamidipalli
IFSC Code: UBIN0821632
Certificate
E-certificates will be provided to all the participants upon the successful completion of the 4 modules and the assessment.
