Lysaght offers a complete IP service in this country, assisting clients in the filing, registration, recordal and renewal of their IP rights. For further information and our prices, please e-mail us with your specific enquiry. |
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TRADE MARK INFORMATION | |
Classification | International, Nice 10th Edition Single class Goods and services can be registered |
Priority | Convention priority can be claimed |
Renewal | 10 years less one day from the filing date and every 10 years thereafter |
Use provisions |
Non-use of this mark for a period of 3 years from registration renders it open to an action for cancellation by third parties |
PATENT INFORMATION | |
Types of Patent |
PCT national phase Substantive with or without priority claim Petty patents |
Priority | Convention priority can be claimed |
Duration | 20 years from the effective filing date (10 years for petty patents) |
Annuities | Annuities are payable annually, commencing with the 5th renewal fee which falls due on the 4th anniversary of the local filing date. Where a patent is issued after commencement of the 5th year of the term, outstanding back fees for renewal must be paid within 60 days from the date of issue of the patent. Thereafter, renewal fees are payable annually before expiry of 60 days following each anniversary of the filing date. Late payment within 120 days of each due date is provided for, with a 30% fine. Failure to pay renewal fees when due or within the 120-day grace period will lead to lapse of the patent. |
DESIGN INFORMATION | |
Priority | Convention priority can be claimed |
Duration | 10 years from the filing date, subject to the payment of annuities |
Renewal | Annuities are payable annually, commencing with the 5th renewal fee which falls due on the 4th anniversary of the local filing date. Where a design registration is issued after commencement of the 5th year of the term, outstanding back fees for renewal must be paid within 60 days from the date of issue of the registration. Thereafter, renewal fees are payable annually before expiry of 60 days following each anniversary of the filing date. Late payment within 120 days of each due date is provided for, with a 30% fine. Failure to pay renewal fees when due or within the 120-day grace period will lead to lapse of the registration. |