Trademark Search
Common Pitfalls in China Trademark Search and How to Avoid Them
Even experienced IP professionals can make mistakes when conducting a Trademark Search in China. The CNIPA…
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Office Actions
Trademark Review and Adjudication in China: When and How to Appeal a CNIPA Decision
When your response to CNIPA Office Actions is rejected, the fight is not over. China’s trademark…
Opposition & Disputes
Fighting Trademark Squatting in China: Legal Remedies for Brand Owners
Trademark squatting — the practice of registering another party’s trademark in bad faith — has long…
IP Law & Policy
CNIPA’s New Trademark Enforcement Evidence Rules: What Foreign Brand Owners Need to Know
In a significant IP Law & Policy development, CNIPA and the State Administration for Market Regulation…
Industry Insights
Pharmaceutical and Healthcare Trademark Considerations in China
The pharmaceutical and healthcare sector in China is heavily regulated, and trademark protection must navigate a…
Trademark Search
Professional Trademark Search Reports: When DIY Isn’t Enough for China
While the CNIPA public database is free and accessible, there are times when a professional Trademark…
Office Actions
Common Mistakes in China Trademark Office Action Responses and How to Avoid Them
When responding to CNIPA Office Actions, the difference between success and failure often comes down to…
Opposition & Disputes
Well-Known Trademark Protection in China: Dispute Resolution Strategies
Well-known trademark status provides the strongest level of protection in China’s Opposition & Disputes system. A…
IP Law & Policy
Landmark Chinese Trademark Court Decisions and Their Impact on Brand Protection
Chinese court decisions have played a transformative role in shaping the country’s IP Law & Policy…