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Trademark application

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Trademark Application

Trademark strategy, trademark search, trademark application (German or EU), limited to identity search for non-critical trademarks (total of max. 3 hours coaching, legal or tax advice included in the price).

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€299

(plus VAT)

What you get

Identity research

Within the scope of the identity search, we offer a trademark search for already applied for, published or registered trademarks identical in wording. The search includes German trademarks, trademarks in the other member states of the European Union, Union trademarks (trademark with validity for the entire EU) as well as international trademark registrations with extension to the EU or one of its member states. In addition, we check the German commercial register for you for registered, identical company trademarks. At the end you will receive a search report. The hourly quota for this is 1 hour. If we need more time for the search, we will coordinate this with you individually and offer further processing at an hourly rate of 150.00 € net.

Identity research

Creation of a list of goods and services

We create for you a customised directory for the goods or services offered under your brand. The hourly quota for this is 4 hours. If we need more time for the creation, we will coordinate this with you individually and offer a further processing at an hourly rate of 150.00 € net.

Creation of a list of goods and services

German trademark application

(In this case, no application for EU trademark) We take over the application process at the German Patent and Trademark Office (DPMA) for you until the application is sent. We check the trademark before the application for violations of absolute grounds for registration and protection, fill out the necessary forms for you, compile the required documents and file the application. The hourly quota for this is 3 hours. If we need more time for the application, we will coordinate this with you individually and offer further processing at an hourly rate of 150.00 € net.

German trademark application

Receiving office (administrative) vis-à-vis trademark office

You don't want to deal with correspondence with the trademark offices in the future? No problem, we will be happy to appoint us as your trademark representative at the relevant trademark office and handle any correspondence that arises. The hourly quota for this is 1 hour. If we need more time for this matter, we will coordinate this with you individually and offer further processing at an hourly rate of 80.00 € net.

Receiving office (administrative) vis-à-vis trademark office

Official fees not included in the price

Official fees not included in the price

Legal advice only through lawyers

Legal advice is provided only by attorneys. As a rule, by the experts of Tax and Legal Lahann, Pikolleck and Partner Attorneys at Law, PartG.

Legal advice only through lawyers

Additional Services

EU TRADEMARK APPLICATION

Trademark strategy, trademark search, trademark application of EU trademark, limited to identity search for non-critical trademarks (total of max. 3 hours coaching, legal or tax advice included in the price).

€299

(plus VAT)

Similarity research

Within the scope of the similarity research, we offer a trademark research for already applied for, published or registered similar trademarks and trademarks with a likelihood of confusion.

€900

(plus VAT)

Initial setup trademark monitoring

You want to protect your registered trademark from imitation and confusion with other, newer trademarks? We will be happy to set up trademark monitoring for you. Duration and intervals of the monitoring will be agreed with you individually after the initial setup.

€450

(plus VAT)

TRADEMARK APPLICATION FULL

Trademark strategy, trademark search, trademark application (German or EU), including similarity search and risk assessment all trademarks, (total max. 25 hours coaching, legal or tax advice included in the price).

€2999

(plus VAT)

Total price

€0

(plus VAT)

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Your free initial consultation

1. Beratung

Your free initial consultation

Whether it's a trademark application or a legally compliant website - in our free initial consultation, we discuss your individual concerns and the first necessary steps.

Your free initial consultation

Super advice and fast help

Elli B.

...Tilmann and his team quickly had templates for missing documents...

Your plans, our expertise

You dream of your own brand? Or would you like to make your website legally compliant? Digitale Gründung is a team that drives digital solutions forward. Choose the services that suit you best and let our experts guide you through the process.

Your plans, our expertise

Very straightforward communication!

The team responds to individual questions and takes its time.

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You are already in the starting blocks and want to finally put your plans into action? Once you have decided on the right package, you can easily complete your booking online. Our store is developed and operated in Germany.

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Unreservedly recommendable

D.B.

...when it comes down to it, the focus is on the professional support...

Step by step to the goal

Our experienced team will competently support you in the implementation of your goals. So you can realize your plans and still have enough time for your daily business.

Step by step to the goal

Highly competent and always responsive!

Axel K.

I have been working with Tilmann Lahann and his team for many years in various contexts...

Successful further growth

Use our extended services to optimize and strengthen your existing business. Whether it's trademark registration or liquidity planning, our experienced team is here to help you every step of the way.

Successful further growth

Very good help with all questions

Nils A.

...We had to set up relatively quickly and we were given comprehensive help quickly, without complications, so that we could concentrate fully on our things...

Your free initial consultation

1. Beratung

Your plans, our expertise

2. Selection

Book simply, securely and digitally

3. Buchung

Step by step to the goal

4. Planning

Successful further growth

5. Start

Your free initial consultation

Whether it's a trademark application or a legally compliant website - in our free initial consultation, we discuss your individual concerns and the first necessary steps.

Super advice and fast help

Elli B.

"...Tilmann and his team quickly had templates for missing documents..."

Your free initial consultation

What we stand for

Digital Foundation is a team that drives new digital solutions so that you can focus completely on YOUR business.

No hidden costs

No hidden costs

With us through the foundation process in a structured and cost-efficient way.

Made in Germany

Made in Germany

Developed and operated in Germany, for maximum security and data protection

Independent

Independent

We advise you independently, quickly and transparently

Together with our partners, we help you save money and time


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Nationwide consulting by experienced experts in technology transfer. Our consulting services are aimed primarily at universities, research institutes, IT and tech-friendly SMEs as well as start-ups as and investors who invest in young companies.

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FAQ


An EU trademark, known today as a European Union trademark (EUM), was a trademark that provided protection throughout the European Union. It allowed owners to secure their trademark rights in all EU member states simultaneously. However, the EUM was renamed the "Union Trademark" by the EUIPO (European Union Intellectual Property Office) in March 2016.
The grace period for use of an EU trademark is five consecutive years from the filing date. Within this period, the trademark must actually be used in at least one EU country in order to maintain protection. Otherwise, the trademark may be cancelled.
The duration of the application procedure and the processing of the application depends on several factors. Several months may therefore pass from the filing of the application to registration. One factor influencing the speed of processing is whether the application is filed at the EUIPO as an EU trademark or at the DPMA as a German trademark. National applications are usually registered somewhat faster, because registration takes place after examination by the Office, whereas at the EUIPO, publication takes place first after official examination. The scope and structure of the list of goods and services also has a general influence on the duration of examination after filing. In principle, a more detailed list will lead to an increased examination effort. In this respect, an application to the EUIPO as an EU trademark offers the possibility of a so-called "fast-track" procedure. In this case, the applicant is limited in the designation of goods and services to terms already examined in advance by the Trademark Office, but at the same time an incorrect classification in a wrong class is avoided. Furthermore, a list drawn up on the basis of the terms already examined also speeds up the examination at the DPMA. The DPMA also provides for the possibility of examination under the accelerated procedure, which, however, incurs an additional fee of 200.00 €. Finally, a speedy payment of the application fee can also accelerate the examination in the application procedure, since the examination by the trademark offices generally takes place only after receipt of the application fee.
The protection of a trademark arises, apart from the narrow exception of the use mark, through application and registration of the trademark in a trademark register. In addition to the possibility of applying for a trademark at a national trademark office (e.g. the DPMA in Germany), there is also the possibility of applying for an EU trademark with protection in all EU Member States at the EUIPO. Via the WIPO system, protection can then also be extended to other countries outside the EU. A trademark application must be filed either at a national trademark office or, in the EU, at the EUIPO. In addition to the classic paper form, an online application is also possible, which is also cheaper. An essential part of a trademark application is, in addition to the indication of the trademark, also the designation of the goods and services to be protected by the trademark, divided into the respective classes of goods and services.
The goods and services for which a trademark is to be protected are divided into different classes (34 classes of goods and 11 classes of services). If trademark protection is claimed for a good or service in the application, the class fee is payable for the class in which the respective good or service is listed. The class fee is payable as a lump sum and is therefore independent of the number of goods or services claimed in that class. The amount of the class fee depends on whether the trade mark is to be protected as an EU trademark at the EUIPO or as a German trademark at the DPMA.
Finding a suitable brand name is initially a creative process in which marketing considerations, reception and the effect of the sign will play a role above all. However, the elaboration and especially the use and registration of the name is subject to some legal restrictions. On the one hand, the trademark should not be identical or similar to already existing company signs or registered trademarks under which identical or similar goods and services are offered. If there is too much similarity, trademark disputes are often the result. On the other hand, the trademark office examines in the application process whether so-called absolute grounds for refusal exist. The most frequent grounds for refusal are the descriptive character of a trademark and its lack of distinctiveness. Therefore, descriptive or overly generic terms should not be chosen as trade names. If there is a descriptive relationship between the trade name and the goods and services offered under the trademark, the trademark office may refuse the trademark application. The same risk exists if the brand name is too generic and therefore cannot have any distinctive character.
The official fees of a trademark application depend on two factors, the territorial scope of protection and the scope of the list of goods and services. The basic fee for an EU trademark application at the EUIPO, which protects in all member states of the EU, is €850 for online applications (€1000 for paper applications) and covers one class of goods or services. There is a fee of €50 for the second class and €150 for each additional class from the third class onwards. The application as a German trademark at the DPMA, which is only protected in Germany, costs 290 € for an electronic application (300 € for a paper application) and already includes up to three classes. From the fourth class onwards, an additional class fee of € 100 per class is payable. If you book the trademark application via one of our packages, the respective package price is added.
The cost of applying for and maintaining an EU trademark may vary depending on the number of classes and the services or goods desired. The exact fees can be found on the EUIPO website. Generally, the costs include application fees, class fees, and renewal fees that may be incurred over time. It is advisable to check the current fees in advance, as they may change.

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