Loading...
We handle the complete process for your Trademark Hearing right here in Chennai Office. Get certified quickly and legally with our expert local team.
Professional Fee: ₹3,499 | Govt Fee: ₹1,000 - ₹2,000 | Total: from ₹4,499 (incl. govt fees)
Fill out the form below and our experts will contact you shortly.
A Trademark 'Show Cause' Hearing is the final, decisive stage to overcome an objection if your initial written reply to the Examination Report fails to fully satisfy the Trademark Examiner. Scheduled by the Registry, this quasi-judicial proceeding requires an attorney to appear virtually or physically before a Hearing Officer to present oral arguments. This is not a clerical meeting; it is a legal trial where the fate of your brand is decided based on judicial precedents, the distinctiveness of your mark, and the compelling nature of your evidence. Our specialized IP litigators command these hearings, aggressively defending your brand to convert a pending rejection into an 'Accepted' application.
Transparent, all-inclusive – no hidden line items.
Inclusive of professional + estimated govt fee
I-Pro specialist handling, drafting & filing
Statutory fee, passed through at cost
Professional Fee: ₹3,499 onwards | Govt Fee: ₹1,000 - ₹2,000 | Total: from ₹4,499 (incl. govt fees)
The starting fee of ₹4,499 covers specialist consultation, document preparation, the government filing fee, and tracking until you receive the final certificate. Additional government fees may apply for objections, renewals, or expedited processing.
Typical turnaround at I-Pro Solutions is Filing in 7–10 business days; Registration takes 6–18 months, from the moment I-Pro Solutions receives all your documents and information. Complex cases or government delays can extend this; your specialist will flag any risks early.
Most filings require identity proof (PAN/Aadhaar/passport), address proof, business registration documents, and (for IP filings) examples of use. An I-Pro Solutions specialist will send a tailored checklist within 24 hours of starting.
If a filing is rejected due to an error by I-Pro Solutions, I-Pro Solutions will refile at no extra cost and refund the service fee. If the rejection is due to information you provided, I-Pro Solutions will work with you to fix and refile at a discounted fee.
A hearing is scheduled when the Trademark Examiner reviews the written reply you (or your previous lawyer) filed against the examination report and finds it unsatisfactory or lacking in sufficient legal evidence to waive the objections.
No. The Indian Trademark Registry has completely shifted to a digital process. All Show Cause Hearings are now conducted virtually via video conferencing platforms (like Cisco Webex). I-Pro Solutions attorneys will log in and represent you from I-Pro Solutions offices.
Gather these documents for your Chennai Office application.
Yes, you can, but it is highly discouraged. A hearing is a legal trial. If you do not know how to cite sections of the Trade Marks Act or argue legal precedents, the Hearing Officer will almost certainly refuse your application.
If no one attends the hearing on the scheduled date and time, the Hearing Officer will pass an 'ex-parte' order. In 99% of cases, this means your trademark application will be marked as 'Refused' or 'Abandoned'.
Yes. If the date is inconvenient, I-Pro Solutions can file a formal adjournment request (Form TM-M) along with a government fee. However, this must be filed at least 3 days before the hearing. The Registry allows a maximum of two adjournments per case.
A Hearing Officer might agree to accept your logo but ask you to 'disclaim' a common word within it (e.g., 'Super'). This means you own the logo design, but you cannot sue someone else just for using the word 'Super'. You must file a formal agreement to this.
If the Hearing Officer is convinced, they will pass an order to 'Accept' the mark. The status on the IP portal will change, and your trademark will move to the next stage, which is publication in the Trademark Journal.
If the mark is 'Refused', you have the right to request the formal 'Grounds of Decision' from the Registrar and subsequently file a Review Petition or appeal the decision to the relevant High Court. Alternatively, you can file a new, modified application.
Absolutely. If you feel your current lawyer filed a weak written reply, you can hire I-Pro Solutions. I-Pro Solutions will file a fresh Power of Attorney (TM-M) and take over the case, bringing I-Pro Solutions senior litigators in to salvage the application.
The actual virtual appearance usually lasts only 10 to 20 minutes. Hearing Officers handle dozens of cases a day. This is why having an attorney who can make powerful, concise, precedent-backed arguments immediately is crucial.
Technically, evidence should be submitted with the written reply. However, Hearing Officers often allow fresh, updated evidence (like recent turnover certificates) if it is crucial to proving the mark's distinctiveness. I-Pro Solutions handle the necessary filings to ensure it is accepted.
Often, the Hearing Officer will indicate their decision ('I am accepting this') during the call. However, it is not official until the written order is signed and uploaded to the IP India portal, which can take anywhere from a few days to a few weeks.
The Registry usually sends the notice 15 to 30 days in advance. However, sometimes there are glitches, and applicants discover the notice on the portal with only 48 hours to spare. Immediate action is critical.
No. When you authorize I-Pro Solutions attorneys via Power of Attorney, I-Pro Solutions do 100% of the talking. You do not even need to be on the video call, though you are welcome to observe if the platform permits.
There is no government fee for attending the hearing itself. I-Pro Solutions charges are strictly professional fees for preparation, case law research, and the attorney's appearance. Government fees only apply if I-Pro Solutions need to file an adjournment or a post-hearing TM-M amendment.