Trademark Management in Iran: Protecting Your Intellectual Property
Trademark protection in Iran is governed by the Law for the Registration of Patents, Industrial Designs, and Trademarks (2008), administered by the Iranian Intellectual Property Center (IIPO). Iran follows a first-to-file system, which means that legal protection is granted to whoever registers the trademark first, not necessarily to the first to use it.
Given the legal and administrative complexities in Iran, especially for foreign applicants, it is essential to have a reliable partner who can manage and maintain your trademark portfolio in accordance with local regulations. Liesegang & Partner provides comprehensive and compliant trademark management services to help protect your intellectual property in Iran.
Our Trademark Management Services for Iran
We offer a full range of services designed to help individuals, companies, and legal representatives manage and maintain their trademarks in Iran effectively:
- Change of Contact Details – Trademark Owner in Iran
Ensuring that your contact information is up to date with the Iranian Trademark Office is critical. This helps avoid missed deadlines, invalidations, or failed communications. Our service facilitates quick and official updates to your contact details. - Change of Trademark Owner in Iran
Whether due to mergers, acquisitions, inheritance, or internal restructuring, changing the ownership of a trademark must be formally recorded to remain legally valid. We handle the legal and procedural aspects of ownership transfers in Iran. - Legal Representative in Iran
Foreign trademark owners are required to appoint a local legal representative in Iran. We serve as your authorized representative, ensuring compliance with Iranian law and handling all communications with the trademark office on your behalf. - Opposition Against a Trademark in Iran
If a conflicting trademark is published or registered in Iran, you can oppose it within the legal timeframe. We manage the opposition process, from drafting to submission and follow-up with the IIPO. - Representing the Applicant in an Opposition in Iran
If someone has filed an opposition against your trademark application, we can represent you in defending your rights. Our service ensures proper legal argumentation and documentation to secure your trademark registration.
Why These Trademark Services Are Important in Iran
In Iran’s first-to-file system, legal rights belong to the party who registers first. Each of our services is essential to maintaining legal ownership and avoiding risks:
- Changing contact details ensures official notices reach the right person, helping to avoid administrative complications or unintentional loss of rights.
- Recording a change of ownership maintains the legal continuity and enforcement capability of a trademark.
- Appointing a local representative is mandatory for foreign applicants to ensure smooth correspondence with Iranian authorities.
- Filing oppositions helps block confusing or infringing trademarks and maintain your brand’s distinctiveness.
- Responding to oppositions is vital for defending your trademark rights and completing the registration process successfully.
Neglecting these aspects can lead to registration failures, loss of rights, or weakened legal protection.
Why Choose Liesegang & Partner for Iran Trademark Management?
Liesegang & Partner is a renowned international intellectual property law firm with over 15 years of experience assisting clients in complex jurisdictions, including Iran. Here’s why our clients trust us:
- Deep understanding of Iranian trademark laws and procedures
- Fully managed services for foreign and local clients
- Transparent pricing and fast turnaround times
- Experienced legal team specializing in the Middle East
- Reliable local representation and multilingual support
We are committed to protecting your trademark assets in Iran with precision, professionalism, and efficiency.