Trade Mark Opposition Consult

Technically, yes , you can respond to a trade mark opposition yourself. However, it’s strongly recommended that you seek legal advice, as trade mark oppositions are formal legal proceedings with strict rules, submission requirements, and short deadlines, often as little as 2 months.

Without expert guidance, it’s easy to misunderstand the grounds for opposition, miss a deadline, or submit a weak or incomplete response. This could result in your trade mark application being refused or unnecessarily delayed.

A Sprintlaw lawyer can help you:

• Understand the nature and strength of the opposition
• Advise you on your chances of success and any risks involved
• Prepare a strong and compliant response, such as a Notice of Intention to Defend
• Manage the process and negotiate a resolution where appropriate

Getting legal advice early can save time, protect your brand, and help you avoid costly mistakes, especially if your trade mark is central to your business identity.

A Sprintlaw IP lawyer will have a phone consultation with you about your trade mark concerns and your options for next steps. This package includes:

• A 60-minute phone consultation with a Sprintlaw lawyer
• A brief review of the UK IPO trade mark forms you received

Please note that this package does not include drafting or filing any additional forms with the UK IPO.

If the opposition continues beyond this stage, for example with evidence or submissions, we’ll discuss the next steps and provide any further costs if we are able to assist.

Please also note that we cannot assist with mediation or litigation. If the matter progresses to that stage, we can put you in touch with our partner firm.

This is a consult-only package and does not include formal written advice. It also does not include tax advice, industry-specific regulatory advice, or review of any documents outside the stated scope.

Working with us is simple. Start by submitting an enquiry through our website using the form at the top of this page or on our Get Started page.

A legal project manager will review your enquiry within 1 business day and get in touch to understand your needs. They’ll send you a fixed-fee quote outlining the costs, scope, and timing. If you’re happy to proceed, you can accept and sign our engagement letter online.

Once that’s done, we’ll connect you with an expert lawyer who will complete your project by email, phone, or video call, usually within 5 business days.

If you’re not looking for help with a specific matter, you can also explore our platform, which offers free templates, tools to help get your business set up, and a free tier to get started.

Whether you need legal support or just want to browse resources, we’ve got you covered.

At Sprintlaw, we offer a range of legal services tailored to startups and small businesses. Our pricing is transparent and designed to suit different needs.

• One-off services: Many of our one-off legal services, such as document drafting or reviews, are provided at a fixed fee. Prices typically range from £100 to £1,500, depending on the complexity and scope of the work. You can contact our team at any time for a free quote.
• Membership plans: For ongoing legal support, we offer Sprintlaw Memberships. Memberships include benefits such as access to legal templates, a legal helpline, free legal consultations, and credits for services. We also have a free tier to help you get started, and our standard membership starts at just £33/month, with options to upgrade for additional value.
• Customised packages: For larger or more complex projects, such as custom contract drafting, we’ll provide a tailored quote after understanding your specific requirements.

We aim to be cost-effective while maintaining high-quality legal services. If you’d like a tailored estimate, feel free to reach out to our team.

Sprintlaw UK operates fully online, with team members working across the UK to support startups and small businesses nationwide. Many of our team are based in London and often meet at co-working offices, but our operations remain fully digital to provide flexibility and efficiency for both clients and team members.