Trademark Assignment
Transferring a mark to a new owner.
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When a brand is sold, moved into a new company or passed between group entities, the trademark must be formally assigned and the Registry’s record updated, or the new owner cannot enforce it.
What is included
- Assignment deed drafting
- Stamping guidance
- TM-P filing
- Recordal follow-up
What we will need from you
- Registration or application details
- Details of assignor and assignee
- Consideration and terms agreed
How long it takes
Filing within days; Registry recordal typically 3–6 months.
Timelines are typical, not guaranteed. Government processing times vary, and a query from the officer adds to them. We will tell you where yours stands.
Common questions
Can a pending application be assigned?
Yes. Both registered marks and pending applications can be assigned; the filing form is the same.