Online Certificate Course on Trademark Law and Practice [+ Drafting]
Learn how trademarks are selected, searched, registered, protected and enforced in India. Explore examination objections, opposition, international protection, AI and practical trademark documentation through a structured 13-module course.
About the Online Certificate Course on Trademark Law and Practice
Trademarks distinguish businesses, products and services in the marketplace. Understanding how to select, register, protect and commercialise a trademark is essential for anyone working with brands, intellectual property or commercial legal practice.
This online trademark law course introduces the framework of the Trade Marks Act, 1999, including registrability, distinctiveness, classification, trademark searches and the application and examination process in India.
It examines objections, opposition proceedings, renewal, rectification, infringement, passing off, remedies and international registration under the Madrid Protocol. Dedicated modules also address artificial intelligence and trademark-related challenges.
Practical drafting lessons cover trademark applications, licensing and assignment agreements, co-existence agreements, examination replies, opposition documents, use affidavits and cease-and-desist notices.
Key Trademark Problems This Course Examines
- Choosing distinctive, legally registrable trademarks
- Conducting searches and selecting appropriate trademark classes
- Preparing applications and responding to examination objections
- Managing oppositions, renewal and rectification
- Addressing infringement, passing off and enforcement
- Drafting trademark agreements and related legal documents
Learn Trademark Law From Search to Enforcement
Understand brand selection, registration, objections, opposition, licensing, infringement and practical trademark drafting.
Skills Learners Can Develop
Develop legal and practical knowledge of trademark protection, registration, commercialisation and enforcement.
Assess Registrability
Understand distinctiveness, absolute and relative grounds of refusal, and common registration risks.
Search and Classify Marks
Work with the Nice Classification and identify similar or conflicting trademarks.
Understand Filing
Learn about trademark applications, supporting documents, use claims and filing procedures.
Respond to Objections
Examine Registry objections and the structure of examination-report replies.
Navigate Opposition
Understand notices of opposition, counter-statements, evidence stages and Registry hearings.
Draft Trademark Documents
Study applications, licensing and assignment agreements, co-existence agreements and enforcement notices.
Protect Brands
Analyse infringement, passing off, civil and criminal remedies, and international protection.
Evaluate AI Issues
Explore AI-generated branding, algorithmic confusion and AI-assisted trademark protection.
Designed for Learners and Legal Professionals
Law Students
Suitable for undergraduate and postgraduate students interested in intellectual property, commercial law and trademark practice.
Recent Law Graduates
Build structured knowledge of trademark registration, drafting, oppositions and enforcement.
Lawyers and Advocates
Relevant for practitioners handling brand protection, Registry proceedings, agreements and trademark disputes.
IP and Brand Professionals
Useful for professionals involved in trademark portfolios, compliance, licensing and brand management.
Entrepreneurs and Startups
Learn how trademarks protect brand names, logos and other distinctive business identifiers.
Anyone Seeking Upskilling
Suitable for learners exploring trademark law and its practical commercial applications.
Study Trademark Registration, Practice and Drafting
Access 10+ hours of structured learning, 13 modules, 12+ reading resources and a one-year certificate course.
Trademark Law and Practice Course Plan
The 13-module curriculum covers trademark fundamentals, searches, registration, objections, opposition, infringement, international protection, AI, drafting and career pathways.
Module 1: Introduction to Trademark Law
- Meaning and importance of trademarks in business and branding
- What can be protected as a trademark: words, logos, colours, sounds and shapes
- Functions of a trademark in the market
- Overview of the Trade Marks Act, 1999
- Trademark vs copyright vs patent: a practical comparison
- Well-known trademarks and brand protection
Module 2: Registrability of Trademarks
- Absolute grounds for refusal (Section 9)
- Relative grounds for refusal (Section 11)
- Inherent and acquired distinctiveness
- Descriptive, generic and deceptive marks
- Case-based understanding of registrability
Module 3: Trademark Classification and Search
- Nice Classification (Classes 1–45)
- Choosing the correct class for goods and services
- Identifying conflicting and similar marks
- Bonus Masterclass: Mastering Trademark Search and Selection
Module 4: Trademark Application and Filing Process
- Types of applicants: individuals, startups, MSMEs and companies
- Documents required for filing
- Trademark application (Form TM-A)
- Use claims and proposed-to-be-used marks
- Government fees and filing timelines
Module 5: Examination, Objections and Reply Drafting
- Trademark examination process
- Common examination objections
- Reply to an examination report
- Use of case law and precedents in replies
Module 6: Trademark Opposition and Counter-Statement
- Opposition proceedings under Section 21
- Filing a notice of opposition
- Drafting a counter-statement
- Evidence stages in opposition
- Hearings before the Trade Marks Registry
Module 7: Registration, Renewal and Rectification
- Grant of trademark registration
- Registration certificate and rights
- Trademark renewal process
- Rectification and cancellation proceedings
- Assignment and transmission of trademarks
- Bonus Masterclass: Mastering Trademark Registration Procedure
Module 8: Infringement and Passing Off
- Essentials of trademark infringement
- Passing off and its elements
- Civil and criminal remedies
- Jurisdiction and reliefs
- Important judicial trends and practical considerations
Module 9: International Trademark Protection
- Madrid Protocol: filing and procedure
- International registration vs national filings
- WIPO process overview
- Common international filing mistakes
- Strategy for global brand expansion
Module 10: AI and Trademark Law
- AI’s impact on trademark search, registration and infringement
- Algorithmic confusion and AI-driven brand impersonation
- AI-generated logos and branding: ownership questions
- AI tools for combating trademark violations
Module 11: Trademark Drafting and Documentation
- Trademark registration application (Form TM-A)
- Drafting a trademark licensing agreement
- Drafting a trademark assignment deed
- Drafting a co-existence agreement
- Reply to an examination report
- Notice of opposition to a trademark
- Counter-statement to opposition
- Trademark renewal application
- Trademark use affidavit (Form TM-M-related)
- Cease-and-desist notice for trademark infringement
Module 12: Trademark Practice and Career Guidance
- Trademark practice as a career
- Working with law firms vs independent practice
- Handling trademark clients end-to-end
- Billing, client onboarding and compliance
- Internships and freelancing opportunities in IPR
Module 13: Conclusion
- Recap of trademark registration, practice, protection and drafting
- Connecting legal principles with practical professional applications
Where Trademark Law and Practice Is Used
Trademark Searches
Checking marks for availability, conflicts and suitability before filing.
Registration Advisory
Assisting with classification, filing, examination and registration of trademarks.
Opposition Proceedings
Handling Registry objections, oppositions, counter-statements and evidence.
Brand Enforcement
Addressing infringement, passing off and cease-and-desist communications.
Licensing and Assignment
Drafting agreements for the commercial use and transfer of trademarks.
Portfolio Management
Monitoring renewals, ownership records, rectifications and related compliance.
International Protection
Planning trademark protection using national applications and the Madrid System.
AI and Digital Branding
Understanding AI-assisted searches, impersonation and emerging brand risks.
Meet the Mentors
Adv. Aishwarya Sandeep
Intellectual Property and Media Lawyer with 14+ years of experience and extensive expertise in copyright, patents, trademarks, technology law and commercial IP transactions.
Ms. Mahima Mahajan
IPR academic and practitioner pursuing a Ph.D. from Himachal Pradesh National Law University, with an LL.M. in IPR from NLU Jodhpur. A UGC-NET qualified scholar with 5+ years of experience across academia, practice and government service, she has taught at NLU Delhi and served as a Hearing Officer at the Trade Marks Registry, Government of India.
Dr. Debmita Mondal
Assistant Professor (Senior Scale) at Hidayatullah National Law University with 10+ years of teaching and research experience.
Adv. Vasundhara Kaushik
IP Attorney at Lalji Advocates with 3+ years of experience, specialising in trademark law, brand protection and intellectual property enforcement.
Build Practical Skills in Trademark Protection
Develop a stronger understanding of trademark searches, registration procedures, brand protection, commercial agreements and enforcement.
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Questions About the Trademark Law and Practice Course
What is included in this online trademark law course?
The course includes 10+ hours of structured learning, 13 modules, 12+ reading resources, practical drafting exposure, one-year access and a certificate of completion.
Is this trademark law course suitable for law students?
Yes. It is designed for law students, recent graduates and anyone looking to understand trademark law and its practical applications.
Can practising lawyers enrol?
Yes. The course covers trademark registration, examination, opposition, infringement, licensing, drafting and brand-protection practice.
Does the course cover trademark registration in India?
Yes. It covers trademark selection and search, classification, application filing, examination, opposition, registration and renewal.
Does the course include trademark agreement drafting?
Yes. The drafting module covers trademark applications, licensing agreements, assignment deeds, co-existence agreements and other related documents.
Does the course cover AI and trademark law?
Yes. It examines AI-assisted trademark searches, algorithmic confusion, AI-generated branding and AI-related enforcement issues.
Does the course provide a certificate?
Yes. Learners receive a certificate of completion after satisfying the applicable course completion requirements.
When will course access be provided?
Access is provided immediately after successful payment. Check the email address used during enrolment.
How long will I have access?
The course remains accessible for one year from enrolment.
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