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Trademark clearance search
Identify potential risks before you invest in branding or file for registration.
This service is for you if...
Unsure if the name is already takenPlanning to invest in designConcerned about third-party oppositionsStarting with a new nameYou're unsure about the correct trademark classesLooking to mitigate legal risks
Pre-filing analysis
Make data-driven decisions before you file
Alongside our IP experts, we consult national databases to analyze identical or similar trademarks and review classes relevant to your business.
Book a free consultationOur process
Our step-by-step process
STEP 01
Understanding your business
We look at what you sell, the services you provide, and how you plan to use the brand.
STEP 02
Class definition
We select the specific classes to be included in the search.
STEP 03
Comprehensive search
We search national trademark databases and current applications for relevant matches.
STEP 04
Analysis and recommendations
We explain potential risks and outline options to proceed, adjust, or rethink the name.
The results
Protecting what you build with total clarity
Review classes
Analyze the categories required based on your scope and activity.
Get an expert opinion
Understand the findings with specialized support.
Mitigate risk
Avoid blind investments in design, ads, or weak applications.
What's included
Dedicated support through every step of the process
- Consultation to review your business activities
- Identification of classes for the search
- Trademark search across national databases
- Review of name, graphic, or combined matches
- Analysis of similarities and potential risks
- Feasibility report and strategic recommendations
Frequently asked questions
Common questions answered
Do you search all the classes I need?+
Yes. The search covers the specific classes defined by our experts based on your products or services.
Does a favorable search result guarantee registration?+
No. This is a preliminary analysis to reduce risk; final approval rests exclusively with the SIC.
What kind of similarities are reviewed?+
We analyze relevant similarities in name, phonetics, appearance, and the relationship between products or services.
Can I hire you for the registration process later?+
Yes. This analysis serves as the foundation for preparing the application and defining the filing strategy.
Who performs the analysis?+
We work with our intellectual property partners to interpret the findings and guide you on the next steps.
Do you only check for the exact name?+
No. We also study visual, phonetic, and conceptual similarities that could create a risk of confusion.
Identify potential risks before you invest in branding or file for registration.
Tell us where you are in the process and we will guide you on the right scope to protect your business.