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Lawyers specialising in patents and trademarks in Malaga

Trademarks and Trade Names

Patents

Industrial Design

Technological Information

Registration and defence of trademarks in Malaga

Vilches y Asociados offers trademark registration and defence services in Málaga. We help you throughout the entire trademark registration process, from conducting background searches, preparing and filing applications to defending your rights before third parties.

A trademark is a distinctive sign that identifies a company’s products or services. It is important to protect it as it will allow you to prevent third parties from using your trademark without your consent and to protect your company’s image and reputation.

The process of registering a trademark begins with an exhaustive search to ensure that the trademark does not infringe the rights of third parties. Once the search has been carried out, the application for registration is filed with the Spanish Patent and Trademark Office. The application must include detailed information about the trademark as well as the owner of the trademark. After the application is filed, an examination process begins, which can take several months. If the trademark complies with all legal requirements, it is published in the Official Industrial Property Gazette and the trademark registration is granted.

In the event of trademark infringement, our industrial property lawyers can help protect the owner’s rights. We offer trademark defence services, including filing trademark infringement claims in court, as well as negotiating out-of-court settlement agreements. In addition, we can also assist in cases of unfair competition, which can negatively affect the reputation of the trademark.

Requirements for registering a trademark

In order to register a trademark in Malaga, it is necessary to comply with certain requirements established by law. At Vilches y Asociados we can advise you on this process and help you to comply with the following requirements:

  • The mark must be distinctive and not confusingly similar to other registered marks.
  • The trade mark must be used in connection with the goods or services to be protected.
  • The mark must not contain elements that are prohibited by law, such as religious or political symbols.
  • A trademark application must be filed with the Spanish Patent and Trademark Office.

Registration and defence of patents in Malaga

At Vilches y Asociados we offer advice and defence services for patents in Málaga. We help you throughout the patent registration process, from conducting background searches, preparing and filing applications to defending your rights before third parties.

A patent is an exclusive right of exploitation granted by the State to the inventor of an invention. It is important to protect it as it will allow you to prevent third parties from exploiting your invention without your consent and to obtain economic benefits through its exploitation.

To patent an invention it is necessary that it is a new invention, that it involves an inventive step and that it is susceptible of industrial application. Vilches y Asociados can advise you on the specific requirements for patenting your invention in Malaga.

The patent registration process can be complex and requires specialised knowledge. At Vilches y Asociados we take care of the entire patent registration process, from conducting background searches to filing applications and defending your rights before third parties.

At Vilches y Asociados we offer patent defence services before third parties. If someone is exploiting your invention without your consent, we can help you defend your industrial and intellectual property rights and claim the corresponding financial compensation.

REGISTRATION AND DEFENCE OF NAMES AND DOMAIN NAMES IN MALAGA

Nowadays, the registration and defence of domain names and domains has become a crucial part of any business or entity wishing to establish an online presence. In Malaga, this practice has become especially relevant due to the growing number of companies and organisations looking to expand their reach through the web.

The registration and defence of names and domain names involves ensuring that a company or organisation can claim exclusive use of its name and web address. This not only protects their brand and reputation, but also allows them to control their online presence and prevent others from taking advantage of their identity.

Domain names are the address used to access a website, e.g. www.vilchesyasociados.com. It is important to protect them as they can be subject to usurpation by third parties, who can use them for their own benefit or damage the reputation of the company.

The process of registering domain names is quite simple and can be done online through domain registrars. First, the availability of the domain name to be registered must be verified, then contact information is provided and payments are made. Once the registration is completed, the domain holder receives a certificate of ownership.

The registration of a domain name is done through companies called domain registrars. To register a domain name, it is necessary to check its availability, as domain names that are already registered cannot be registered. It is also necessary to provide contact information and to comply with the registration requirements set by the registrar.

If someone usurps or misuses a registered domain name, the domain owner can take legal action to protect his or her rights. In these cases, it is advisable to have a lawyer specialised in intellectual property who can advise on the process of defending and protecting the domain holder’s rights.

Industrial design in Málaga

Industrial designs refer to the appearance of a product, such as its shape, colour, texture or materials. Registering an industrial design can protect the appearance of a product from being copied or imitated by others. At Vilches y Asociados, our industrial property lawyers can advise you on how to register and protect your industrial designs in Málaga.

An industrial design is a creation that has a novel and unique appearance and can be applied to an industrial product. Examples may include designs for jewellery, vehicles, household appliances, furniture, among others. Protecting an industrial design can be very important for companies, as it allows them to differentiate themselves from the competition and add value to their products.

In order to register an industrial design, certain requirements must be met, such as the design must be novel and have a unique character, i.e. it must not be similar to previously registered designs. In addition, the design must be capable of being applied to an industrial product and must not be in conflict with the intellectual property rights of third parties.

The process of registering an industrial design in Malaga involves filing an application with the Spanish Patent and Trademark Office (SPTO). At Vilches y Asociados, our specialised lawyers can help you prepare and file the application, ensuring that it meets all the necessary requirements.

If someone copies or imitates your industrial design, our lawyers specialised in industrial property can help you defend your rights before the courts in Malaga. At Vilches y Asociados we have extensive experience in intellectual property litigation and we are ready to represent you throughout the process.

TECHNOLOGICAL INFORMATION IN MALAGA

In the digital age, technological information has become an essential resource for many companies and organisations. At Vilches y Asociados, we offer a wide range of technology legal advice services in Málaga to help our clients protect and maximise the value of their intellectual property and digital assets.

Registering and defending names and domain names involves ensuring that a company or organisation can claim exclusive use of its name and web address. This not only protects their brand and reputation, but also allows them to control their online presence and prevent others from taking advantage of their identity.

At Vilches y Asociados, we also help our clients maximise the value of their technology assets by drafting technology transfer contracts and licensing agreements. Our technology lawyers have extensive experience in drafting software licence agreements, collaborative research and development agreements and joint commercialisation agreements.

Protecting confidential information is essential for many companies and organisations that handle sensitive information. At Vilches y Asociados, we help our clients protect their confidential information by drafting confidentiality agreements and representing them in confidentiality and disclosure disputes.

Legal advice on technology

Our team of technology lawyers in Malaga provides legal advice to companies and organisations in various areas, such as the protection of intellectual property rights and the drafting of technology-related contracts and agreements. We offer legal advice in the following areas:

  • Legal protection of confidential information
  • Software licensing and technology agreements
  • Technology transfer contracts
  • Copyright and industrial property rights
  • E-commerce and personal data protection

Frequently asked questions on trademarks and patents

If someone infringes your intellectual property rights, you can initiate legal proceedings to enforce your rights. This may include filing a civil lawsuit or a complaint with the relevant authorities.

The cost of patent and trademark registration and defence services varies according to various factors, such as the type of industrial property to be protected, the complexity of the process, among others. It is advisable to contact a law firm specialised in industrial property to obtain a personalised quote.