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The Risks of Not Registering a Trademark
Slovenia Trademark Registration
Protect Your Brand in Slovenia Through a Simple Process Backed by Certified Local Attorneys
Simple steps to register your trademark
In Slovenia, there are two ways to protect your trademark: register a European Union Trademark, which covers all 27 member states, or register directly with the Slovenian Intellectual Property Office.
STEP 1
Comprehensive Trademark Study
Before filing your trademark in Slovenia, you must evaluate any issues that may arise during the registration process. Our Comprehensive Trademark Study not only lists similar trademarks (graphic and phonetic) that may conflict with yours but also provides you with an Attorney's opinion on the trademark registration possibilities and the class(es) that your goods/services belong to.
- Graphic and phonetic similarity trademark search report
- Trademark attorney's analysis and advice
- Trademark class recommendation
STEP 2
Trademark Application Filing
Specialized attorneys will file your trademark application in Slovenia and carry out all the necessary formalities to bring your application for approval and registration. As soon as your trademark is filed, we will send you a filing report that will include the application number and application date. Also, we will send you a scanned copy of the filed application.
- Process Handled by Experienced Trademark Attorneys
- Filing the Report & a Scanned Copy of the application
- Tracking the Registration Process Online
STEP 3
Trademark Registration Certificate
Once your trademark application is approved, our attorneys complete all the formalities necessary to obtain the registration certificate in Slovenia. After the certificate is issued, it is forwarded to your address along with a registration report specifying the registration number, registration date, and any special consideration that should be taken into account in Slovenia.
- Process Handled by Experienced Trademark Attorneys
- Delivery of Registration Certificate & Report
- Monitoring & Notification of Important Dates
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Commonly Asked Questions About Trademark Registration
Learn answers to some of the most commonly asked questions on trademark registrations to improve your trademark knowledge.
Frequently Asked Questions
What rights do you gain by having a registered trademark?
In Slovenia, owning a registered trademark grants the following rights:
- The exclusive right to use the trademark
- The ability to oppose applications for conflicting trademarks
- The right to request the cancellation of later conflicting registrations
- The right to take legal action against third parties infringing on the trademark
- The right to receive compensation from third parties for infringement
- The right to license or authorize others to use the trademark
- The right to request customs authorities to seize counterfeit imported goods
If I register my trademark in Slovenia, will it be protected in other countries?
No, registering your trademark in Slovenia only protects it within Slovenia's borders.
Can you claim priority for a trademark application in Slovenia?
Yes, you can claim priority in Slovenia. Your original filing date will be considered the same as the filing date in Slovenia if:
- Your home country is part of the Paris Convention
- Your original filing date is within 6 months before filing in Slovenia
- Your home country is a member of the WTO (World Trade Organization)
- You can base an international registration in Slovenia
What actions are necessary to meet the usage requirement?
You need to use the mark within 5 years of its registration date, and there shouldn't be a 5-year period without genuine use. The use must be for business purposes and must take place in Slovenia.
How long is a trademark valid in Slovenia once it has been registered?
In Slovenia, once your trademark is registered, it remains valid for 10 years from the date you applied.
Who is eligible to challenge my trademark registration?
The following individuals or entities can challenge a trademark registration:
- Those who own an earlier conflicting right
- Those who own a conflicting trademark that was registered before yours
- Those who have earlier rights to a personal name, industrial property, plant variety, geographical indication, or copyright
- Those who own a trademark registered in the WTO or Paris Union that was applied for by an agent or representative without the owner's consent
Does registering a trademark in Slovenia give me any legal rights?
To have legal rights over a trademark in Slovenia, you must register it.
Is it necessary to use my trademark before applying for registration?
No, you don't need to use your trademark before applying for registration. You can apply even if you haven't used it yet.
Can a registration be canceled?
Yes, you can cancel a registered mark for the following reasons:
- It doesn't meet the requirements of Section VIII.A.
- It was registered in bad faith.
- The mark is prohibited in Slovenia.
- It includes a protected emblem or badge.
- It goes against moral principles or public policy.
- It contains a geographical indication.
- The mark is generic.
- It includes a protected armorial bearing, state emblem, or flag.
- It infringes on proprietary rights.
- The mark is not distinctive.
- It is descriptive.
- The mark is misleading, deceptive, or disparaging.
What is the duration of the opposition period?
The opposition period begins on the date of publication and lasts for three months from that date.
What is the typical duration for trademark registration approval?
Typically, it takes about 8 months to get a trademark registered, as long as there are no objections or challenges.
Do I need to provide a Power of Attorney?
Yes, you must sign a power of attorney to finish the application process.
What are the steps involved in the trademark application process in Slovenia after filing?
The trademark application process in Slovenia follows these steps:
- Adherence to requirements
- Proper classification of goods and services
- Clear and understandable mark description
- Distinctiveness of the mark
- Non-deceptive nature of the mark
- Trademark
- Applicant's name and address
- Applicant's country of incorporation
- Application date and number
- Goods and/or services
- Priority claim information
- Trademark representation
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