Trademark Management in Syria: Protecting Your Intellectual Property
Trademark protection in Syria is governed by the Law on Trademarks and Commercial Indications No. 8 of 2007. The responsible authority for registration and enforcement is the Directorate of Commercial and Industrial Property Protection under the Ministry of Internal Trade and Consumer Protection.
Although Syria is not a member of the Madrid Protocol, local registration remains vital for protecting brand rights within its jurisdiction. Given the legal and procedural complexities, especially for foreign entities, professional trademark management is essential to ensure continuous protection, compliance, and enforcement of your IP rights in Syria.
Liesegang & Partner offers comprehensive trademark services tailored to the regulatory framework of Syria.
Our Trademark Management Services for Syria
We provide a full range of legal and administrative services to ensure that your trademark remains valid, protected, and enforceable in Syria:
- Change of Contact Details – Trademark Owner in Syria
Accurate and updated contact details are critical for ensuring communication with the Syrian IP Office. If you change your address, phone number, or email, this must be officially recorded. We assist in updating your contact information promptly and correctly. - Change of Trademark Owner in Syria
In the event of mergers, acquisitions, or inheritance, ownership of a trademark must be updated in the official register. We handle the legal process to ensure a smooth and enforceable transfer of ownership. - Legal Representative in Syria
Foreign applicants are required to appoint a local representative to act on their behalf. We provide this service and manage all necessary filings and communications with the IP Office in Syria. - Opposition Against a Trademark in Syria
If a third party files a trademark that conflicts with yours, you may file an opposition. We draft and submit formal oppositions to prevent potentially infringing marks from being registered. - Representing the Applicant in an Opposition in Syria
If your trademark application is opposed, we represent you in the legal proceedings. Our attorneys prepare responses, handle negotiations, and advocate for the approval of your trademark registration.
Why These Trademark Services Are Important in Syria
Trademark management in Syria is especially critical due to the lack of international systems like the Madrid Protocol and the need for local compliance. Each of the services we offer plays a key role:
- Change of contact details ensures that the trademark office can reach you with notifications or renewals.
- Change of ownership is required for legal recognition of new rights holders after business changes.
- Appointing a legal representative is mandatory for foreign trademark owners and ensures proper representation.
- Filing oppositions helps protect your brand from confusingly similar or bad-faith registrations.
- Defending your application is crucial to maintain your rights when facing third-party objections.
Neglecting any of these elements can result in the loss of protection or even cancellation of your trademark.
Why Choose Liesegang & Partner for Syria Trademark Management?
Liesegang & Partner has decades of experience in international trademark law, including jurisdictions with unique legal systems like Syria. Here's why clients trust us:
- Deep understanding of Syrian IP law and procedural requirements
- Complete legal and administrative support from application to enforcement
- Fixed-fee services with full transparency
- Fast and reliable communication with English- and German-speaking attorneys
- Successful handling of oppositions, ownership changes, and complex filings
We simplify the complexities of managing trademarks in Syria and ensure full compliance with local regulations.