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Name Availability Review
We check registry conflict, phonetic similarity and practical market overlap before the mark moves ahead.
10+ years. PAN-India. Trademark-only.
Trademark support from first search to registration.
TM Assist is a premium trademark desk for companies, MSMEs, startups, manufacturers, exporters, D2C brands, agencies and CA/CS/lawyer networks seeking disciplined support for searches, filings, objections, hearings, oppositions and renewals.
Every important stage is supported by empanelled trademark lawyers, with practical communication for business owners and professional partners.
Portfolio Desk View
Counsel-led stages
SearchClass fit, phonetic similarity and registry conflict reviewPre-filing
FileApplication drafting, owner details and class coverageRegistry
RespondObjection replies, evidence and hearing coordinationProsecution
ProtectOppositions, rectifications, renewals and monitoringLifecycle
5,000+Trademarks Managed
10+ years experience5,000+ trademarks managedPAN-India presence100+ CA/CS/lawyer partnersB2B trademark deskEmpanelled lawyers at each stage
10+ years experience5,000+ trademarks managedPAN-India presence100+ CA/CS/lawyer partnersB2B trademark deskEmpanelled lawyers at each stage
Built for trademark confidence
Serious brand protection starts before filing.
Search quality, class selection, registry deadlines and objection replies all shape the long-term strength of a trademark. TM Assist brings structure to each stage.
10+
Years of hands-on trademark experience across filing, prosecution, hearings and portfolio care.
5,000+
Trademark matters managed and tracked across different registry stages.
100+
CA, CS and lawyer partners supported with a reliable trademark backend.
200+
Sector-specific businesses supported, including pharma, healthcare, manufacturing, FMCG and service brands.
Business context
Trademark decisions affect launches, portfolios and partner work.
TM Assist is built for B2B teams and growing companies that want trademark work handled with timelines, documentation and registry-stage discipline.
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Filing Particulars
Owner details, mark type, class selection and description choices are organised with long-term portfolio use in mind.
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Objection Response
We coordinate replies, evidence, hearings and lawyer-led handling where the stage requires legal representation.
What this trademark desk covers.
This section is the service scope. The operating method below explains how the work is coordinated.
✓Company and product name suggestions before filing
✓New trademark searches and fresh applications
✓Registry replies, hearing files and evidence coordination
✓Oppositions, rectifications, renewals and recordal support
✓Portfolio tracking for businesses and professional partners
Names
Company and Product Name Suggestions
Name options are developed with trademark availability, class fit, phonetic similarity and business use in mind.
Search
Trademark Search and Strategy
Availability review, class mapping, phonetic similarity checks and naming clearance before the business invests in the mark.
File
Application Drafting and Filing
Applications for word marks, logos, labels, taglines and device marks across relevant goods and service classes.
Defend
Objections, Hearings and Oppositions
Examination report replies, hearing coordination, opposition support, counter-statements and evidence-stage handling.
Correct
Rectifications and Registry Corrections
Support for rectification matters, record corrections and registry-stage cleanup where the trademark record requires attention.
Renew
Renewals, Recordals and Portfolio Care
Renewal tracking, assignments, ownership changes, user documents, status monitoring and portfolio cleanup.
Trademark classes
All 45 trademark classes, explained in business language.
Classes 1 to 34 cover goods. Classes 35 to 45 cover services. The right class depends on what the business actually sells, supplies or performs.
Nice ClassificationOpen the two class families used for trademark filing.
Goods: Classes 1-34Products and physical goods.
Chemicals and Industrial Inputs
Chemicals used in industry, science, photography, agriculture, horticulture and forestry; unprocessed plastics, resins, manures, adhesives and food-preserving chemicals.
Paints and Protective Coatings
Paints, varnishes, lacquers, anti-rust preparations, wood preservatives, colorants, dyes, raw natural resins and metal foils or powders for decoration and printing.
Cleaning and Cosmetics
Laundry preparations, cleaning and polishing products, non-medicated soaps, perfumery, essential oils, cosmetics, hair lotions and non-medicated dentifrices.
Oils, Fuels and Candles
Industrial oils and greases, lubricants, dust absorbing compositions, fuels, motor spirits, illuminants, candles and wicks used for lighting.
Pharmaceuticals and Medical Preparations
Medicines, veterinary preparations, sanitary products, dietetic substances for medical use, disinfectants, fungicides, herbicides and pharmaceutical healthcare goods.
Common Metals and Metal Goods
Common metals, metal building materials, transportable metal buildings, non-electric metal cables, small metal hardware, pipes, safes and ores.
Machines and Machine Tools
Machines, machine tools, motors and engines other than for land vehicles, agricultural implements, incubators and vending machines.
Hand Tools and Cutlery
Hand-operated tools and implements, cutlery, razors, side arms and manually operated instruments used in trades, kitchens and personal grooming.
Electronics, Software and Scientific Devices
Scientific, measuring, signalling, optical, life-saving and teaching apparatus; computers, software, digital media, data equipment and electrical control devices.
Medical and Surgical Devices
Surgical, medical, dental and veterinary instruments, artificial limbs, orthopaedic articles, sutures, assistive devices, massage apparatus and nursing articles.
Lighting, Heating and Sanitary Apparatus
Apparatus for lighting, heating, steam generation, cooking, refrigeration, drying, ventilation, water supply and sanitary purposes.
Vehicles and Transport Apparatus
Vehicles and apparatus for movement by land, air or water, including vehicle parts and transport-related equipment.
Firearms and Explosives
Firearms, ammunition, projectiles, explosives and fireworks, including goods connected with controlled explosive and weapon categories.
Jewellery and Precious Metals
Precious metals and their alloys, jewellery, precious stones, horological instruments, watches and chronometric instruments.
Musical Instruments
Musical instruments, music stands, conductors' batons and related goods used to create, perform or support music.
Paper, Printing and Office Goods
Paper, cardboard, printed matter, stationery, office requisites, adhesives for stationery, artists' materials, instructional materials and packaging paper.
Rubber, Plastics and Insulation
Rubber, gutta-percha, gum, asbestos, mica substitutes, extruded plastics, packing and insulating materials, flexible pipes and non-metal hoses.
Leather, Bags and Travel Goods
Leather and imitations, animal skins, trunks, travelling bags, umbrellas, parasols, walking sticks, whips, harness and saddlery.
Non-Metal Building Materials
Building materials not made of metal, non-metal rigid pipes, asphalt, pitch, bitumen, non-metal transportable buildings and monuments.
Furniture and Non-Metal Containers
Furniture, mirrors, picture frames, non-metal containers for storage or transport and certain goods made of bone, horn, shell, amber or similar materials.
Household and Kitchen Utensils
Household or kitchen containers, combs, sponges, brushes, cleaning articles, steel wool, glassware, porcelain and earthenware.
Ropes, Tents and Raw Fibres
Ropes, strings, nets, tents, awnings, tarpaulins, sails, sacks, padding materials and raw fibrous textile materials.
Yarns and Threads
Yarns and threads for textile use, including raw or processed thread products used in textile manufacturing.
Textiles and Household Linen
Textiles, textile substitutes, bed covers, table covers, household linen, curtains and fabric materials not placed in other classes.
Clothing, Footwear and Headgear
Apparel, shoes, sandals, boots, caps, hats and other wearable goods used for fashion, uniforms, sportswear or daily clothing.
Haberdashery and Hair Accessories
Lace, embroidery, ribbons, braid, buttons, hooks, pins, needles, artificial flowers, hair decorations and false hair.
Floor Coverings and Wall Hangings
Carpets, rugs, mats, matting, linoleum, floor covering materials and non-textile wall hangings.
Games, Toys and Sporting Goods
Games, toys, playthings, video game apparatus, gymnastic and sporting articles, and decorations for Christmas trees.
Processed Foods and Dairy
Meat, fish, poultry, preserved or cooked fruits and vegetables, jellies, jams, eggs, milk products, edible oils and fats.
Staple Foods and Confectionery
Coffee, tea, cocoa, rice, flour, cereals, bread, pastry, confectionery, ices, sugar, honey, yeast, salt, sauces and spices.
Fresh Agriculture and Live Animals
Raw agricultural, horticultural and forestry products, fresh fruits and vegetables, seeds, natural plants, flowers, live animals and animal food.
Beers and Non-Alcoholic Drinks
Beers, mineral and aerated waters, non-alcoholic beverages, fruit drinks, fruit juices, syrups and beverage preparations.
Alcoholic Beverages
Alcoholic beverages other than beers, including spirits, wines and other alcohol-based drinks.
Tobacco and Smokers' Articles
Tobacco, smokers' articles, matches and related goods including traditional and modern smoking accessories.
Services: Classes 35-45Business, professional and service activities.
Advertising and Business Services
Advertising, marketing, business management, business administration, office functions, retail, wholesale, marketplace and commercial assistance services.
Finance, Insurance and Real Estate
Insurance, financial affairs, monetary services, banking, investment, payment, lending and real estate affairs.
Construction, Repair and Installation
Building construction, repair, maintenance, installation, cleaning and related physical service work for property, machinery or infrastructure.
Telecommunications
Telecommunication services, broadcasting, messaging, digital communication, data transmission and network-based communication services.
Transport, Packaging and Travel
Transport, logistics, packaging, storage of goods, delivery, warehousing, travel arrangement and movement-related services.
Treatment and Processing of Materials
Material treatment, manufacturing by order, printing, recycling, custom production and transformation of goods or materials.
Education, Training and Entertainment
Education, training, coaching, entertainment, sporting and cultural activities, events, publishing and content-based learning services.
Technology, Research and Software Services
Scientific and technological services, research, design, industrial analysis, software development, SaaS, IT consulting and engineering services.
Food, Drink and Temporary Accommodation
Restaurant, cafe, catering, food service, hotel, lodging, temporary accommodation and hospitality services.
Medical, Beauty and Agriculture Services
Medical, veterinary, hygienic and beauty care, wellness services, agriculture, horticulture and forestry services.
Legal, Security and Personal Services
Legal services, security services for protection of property or individuals, and personal or social services rendered to meet individual requirements.
Trademark process
The Trademark Journey in India
From search and filing to examination, publication and registration.
Operating method
A clear workflow, not scattered follow-ups.
TM Assist keeps the work readable for management teams, usable for CA and CS teams, and structured for lawyers handling legal stages.
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Intake
We understand the mark, business activity, current use, geography and filing objective.
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Screening
We review registry conflict, class fit, similarity concerns and filing options.
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Filing
We coordinate documents, application particulars and trademark filing requirements.
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Prosecution
We track objections, hearings, notices, evidence and registry movement stage by stage.
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Protection
We support renewals, changes, assignments, oppositions and ongoing portfolio watch.
Who we work with
Built for businesses that treat their name as a commercial asset.
TM Assist is open to all sectors, with B2B work as the core. We support single-brand filings, multi-class launches, partner-led client matters and larger portfolio cleanup.
Companies and MSMEs
House marks, product names, service brands, logos and renewals for active Indian businesses.
Manufacturers and Exporters
Trademark support for product lines, distributor markets, packaging names and expansion planning.
Startups and D2C Brands
Search, filing and objection handling for brands moving quickly across digital and retail channels.
Agencies and Consultants
Backend trademark support for branding, marketing, tax, compliance and business advisory teams.
Professional Firms
CA, CS and lawyer networks can use TM Assist as a trademark desk for client matters.
Sector-Specific Portfolios
Extra care for name-sensitive sectors including pharma, healthcare, FMCG, education, technology and services.
Professional network
A trademark desk for businesses, professional partners and advisory teams.
Most B2B trademark work involves coordination between the business, its advisor and the lawyer handling the stage. TM Assist keeps that work structured, documented and easy to follow.
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Empanelled Lawyers at Each Stage
Trademark lawyers support filing, objections, hearings, oppositions, renewals and contested matters as required.
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Partner-Friendly Updates
Clear status, practical next steps and documentation requests that can be shared with clients and management teams.
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Sector-Aware Name Review
Support for manufacturers, exporters, D2C brands, agencies, technology businesses, service companies and regulated sectors where naming review calls for extra care.
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PAN-India Coverage
Support for businesses and advisors across India, including multi-location and multi-brand portfolios.
Questions
What businesses usually ask before they start.
Do you only handle trademarks?
Yes. TM Assist is positioned as a trademark-only desk, so the process, tracking and communication stay focused on trademark lifecycle work.
Can you help after an objection?
Yes. Objection replies, evidence coordination, hearings and lawyer-led handling can be managed depending on the stage and facts.
Do you support professional partners?
Yes. CA, CS, lawyer, consultant and agency partners can use TM Assist as a backend trademark desk for client matters.
Protect the name before the market starts depending on it.
For a new search, filing, pending objection, renewal list or portfolio cleanup, TM Assist gives you a structured trademark desk with lawyer support where it matters.
Contact TM Assist
Share the trademark name, business activity and current stage. The desk will respond with the practical next step.
Emailhello@tmassist.in
CoveragePAN-India trademark support
Typical mattersSearch, filing, objections, hearings, oppositions, renewals and portfolio management