INDUSTRIAL PROPERTY AND INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

Intellectual property and industrial property rights are fundamental to protect a company's economic value and competitive advantages. At Vural & Demir Law and Consulting, we provide comprehensive and strategic services for protecting trademarks and other industrial rights both nationally and internationally. Our experienced and specialized team develops effective solutions to secure our clients' rights in Turkey and worldwide.

Trademarks are essential for establishing a clear identity and a strong reputation among consumers. At Vural & Demir, we offer a full range of legal services for trademark protection. We provide strategic advice on trademark registrations, usage rights, protective measures, and legal action against trademark infringements.

Our Trademark Law Services Include:

• Trademark Registration and Renewal: Handling trademark applications with national and international authorities, such as the Turkish Patent and Trademark Office (TÜRKPATENT), the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), and the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO). We ensure long-term protection by managing timely renewals and provide comprehensive support for international registrations under the Madrid Protocol.
• Advice on Trademark Use: Ensuring legal compliance throughout the trademark usage process and protecting our clients' rights during and after the registration procedure.
• Opposition and Infringement Proceedings: Representing clients in opposition proceedings against third-party trademark applications and initiating actions for invalidation or cancellation of infringing trademarks.
• Trademark Agreements: Assisting in drafting and negotiating trademark licenses, franchise agreements, transfers, coexistence agreements, and letters of consent.

Litigation and Dispute Resolution in Industrial Property Rights

Disputes in industrial property law are often complex and technically demanding. At Vural & Demir, we are a reliable partner for our clients, providing dedicated representation in cases of rights violations before civil and criminal courts. We enforce injunctions, pursue compensation claims, and handle invalidation and cancellation proceedings with the utmost care.

Our Services in Litigation:

• Nullity Suits: Representing clients in cases to invalidate or cancel trademarks, designs, and other industrial rights, as well as appealing decisions issued by TÜRKPATENT.
• Compensation Claims and Criminal Proceedings: Pursuing compensation claims and initiating criminal actions against infringers of industrial rights.
• Settlements and Alternative Dispute Resolution: Helping clients reach settlements to avoid expensive litigation and using alternative dispute resolution methods to achieve cost-effective solutions.