How long does registration take?

An unopposed UK application typically registers in around four months.

Do I need registration to have rights?

Unregistered rights exist through passing off, but they are harder and more expensive to enforce.

West Sussex · England

We want to register our brand as a trade mark - Chichester

Firms in Chichester, West Sussex that work on trade mark registration matters for businesses, with one firm currently listed. Every firm shown is regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority.

Search all 1 firms Trade mark registration nationally

Firms in Chichester

Shakespeare Martineau LLP

SRA: Authorised

SRA number 442480 · Licensed body (ABS)

Offices: Chichester
Sectors: Not supplied

Banking and finance
Commercial litigation
Commercial property
Construction law

Regulatory data last updated: 4 August 2026

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What this usually involves

Registration converts a brand into an asset you can enforce, licence and sell. Clearance searching first avoids objections and costly rebrands.

Availability searching and class selection
Filing and responding to examination reports
Handling oppositions

Common questions

How long does registration take?: An unopposed UK application typically registers in around four months.
Do I need registration to have rights?: Unregistered rights exist through passing off, but they are harder and more expensive to enforce.

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