Trademark Opposition Defence
Defend your trademark against an opposition, with a counter statement backed by real evidence.
Someone Has Challenged Your Mark
4.8/5
Client rating
200+
Oppositions defended
2 Month Window
To respond
Rs. 6,899
Total fee
Who We Help
Brands Facing a Competitor Challenge
D2C and Ecommerce Brands
Startups With a Published Mark
Growing Businesses
Brand Owners Expanding Categories
Why Trademark Oppositions Happen
An opposition means someone believes your mark conflicts with their existing rights, and it needs a proper response, not a rushed one.
Competitor claims similarity to their registered mark
Notice of opposition missed or found too late
Counter statement not filed within 2 months
Evidence not organised to support your claim
Elixir Filings reviews the opposition grounds and builds a counter statement backed by evidence.
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Why This Matters
Failing to respond to an opposition means losing your application by default, regardless of how strong your original claim to the mark was.
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Avoid losing by default
No response means your application is deemed abandoned automatically.
Defend your brand investment
You have already spent time and money building this mark.
Present your side properly
A counter statement backed by evidence carries real weight.
Stay represented through the process
Opposition proceedings can run through multiple stages.
Why Businesses Choose Elixir Filings for Trademark Opposition
Any provider can file a counter statement. Here is what you get when Elixir Filings manages your opposition.
We Build a Real Defence
Your counter statement is backed by evidence, not a bare denial of the claims.
Filed Within the 2 Month Window
We do not let your application lapse by default over a missed deadline.
One Advisor, Not a Queue
A named advisor who stays with your case through every stage.
Pricing You See Upfront
Our professional fee is clear, government fee confirmed at the time of filing.
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Trademark Opposition
After your trademark is published in the Trademark Journal, anyone can file a notice of opposition on Form TM-O within 4 months. If that happens, you have 2 months to file a counter statement or your application is deemed abandoned. The opposition process then moves through evidence and, where needed, a hearing. Elixir Filings prepares your counter statement, organises supporting evidence, and represents your case through these stages.
Related Services
Trademark Registration
Trademark Objection
Trademark Hearing
Copyright Registration
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Trademark Opposition Defence, We Protect Your Registered Mark
Process
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Consultation
We review the notice of opposition and the grounds raised.
04
Engagement
Once confirmed, we begin preparing your counter statement.
05
Document Collection
We collect evidence supporting your right to the mark.
06
Filing
We file your counter statement within the required window.
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Confirmation
The opposition proceeds to evidence and hearing stages, which we manage for you.
Documents Required
- ✓Notice of opposition received (Form TM-O)
- ✓Evidence supporting your claim to the mark
- ✓Power of Attorney, if not already on file
Trademark Opposition Fees
| Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Total Fee | Rs. 6,899, plus the government fee for filing a counter statement, confirmed at the time of filing |
A government fee applies when filing a counter statement in response to an opposition. We confirm the exact current amount for your case before filing.
Objection vs Opposition vs Hearing
| Stage | When It Happens | Response Window |
|---|---|---|
| Objection | Before publication, during examination | 30 days |
| Opposition | After publication, filed by a third party | 2 months |
| Hearing | Scheduled by the Registrar for clarification | As scheduled |
Opposition proceeding to a hearing? See our Trademark Hearing service, we represent your case before the Registrar directly.
Whether someone is opposing your mark, or you need to oppose someone else's application that conflicts with your brand, Elixir Filings handles both sides of an opposition.
Elixir Filings also supports trademark opposition defence across Tamil Nadu and other states in India, with the same transparent pricing and dedicated advisor support.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Elixir Filings charge for trademark opposition?
Our professional fee is Rs. 6,899 and covers preparing your counter statement and managing the case. A separate government fee applies for filing the counter statement, confirmed at the time of filing.
What documents does Elixir Filings need to file trademark opposition?
The notice of opposition received on Form TM-O, any evidence supporting your claim to the mark, and Power of Attorney if it is not already on file with the Registry.
How long does Elixir Filings take to handle a trademark opposition case?
We file your counter statement well within the 2 month window from the notice date, and continue managing the evidence stage that follows over the following months.
Does Elixir Filings represent me at the opposition hearing?
Yes, if the opposition proceeds to a hearing, we represent your case before the Registrar. See our Trademark Hearing service for more on how that stage is handled.
Can Elixir Filings help if someone opposes my trademark?
Yes, this is exactly what our Trademark Opposition service covers, preparing a counter statement backed by evidence so your application does not lapse by default.
Do Not Lose Your Mark to an Opposition
A counter statement backed by evidence, filed on time.
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