What is Design Registration?

Design Registration is a legal process that protects the visual design of an article, including its shape, configuration, pattern, or ornamentation, applied to a product by any industrial process. In India, designs are registered under the Designs Act, 2000, which provides protection for the new and original design used in the production of an article.

Benefits of Design Registration:

• Exclusive Rights: Protects your design from being copied or imitated by competitors.
• Market Monopoly: Ensures that only you can use the design for your product, providing a competitive edge.
• Brand Recognition: Registered designs help establish a unique identity and brand recognition for your products.
• Legal Protection: Enables you to take legal action against unauthorized use or imitation of your design.

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Our Design Registration Services:

• Design Consultation: We assess your product and advise on whether it qualifies for design registration. Our experts provide guidance on what aspects of the design can be protected.
• Design Search: Before filing, we conduct a thorough search to ensure that your design is new and does not conflict with existing registered designs.
• Documentation Preparation: We assist in preparing all necessary documentation, including drawings or photographs of the design, descriptions, and supporting documents.
• Filing the Application: Our team will prepare and file the design registration application with the Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs, and Trademarks to ensure a seamless registration process.
• Follow-Up and Monitoring: We handle all follow-up with the Design Office and track the status of your application until the registration is complete.
• Infringement Assistance: If your design is infringed upon, we provide comprehensive legal assistance to take action against the infringer and protect your rights.

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Why Design Registration is Important?

• Legal Monopoly: Design registration provides you with exclusive rights to use the design in relation to your product for a period of 10 years, extendable by 5 years.
• Prevent Copying: It prevents competitors from copying or selling products that resemble your design, allowing you to maintain a competitive advantage.
• Commercial Benefits: A registered design can be licensed or sold, providing potential income streams.
• Boost Brand Value: A unique and registered design can significantly enhance the marketability and brand value of your product.

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Documents Required for Design Registration:

• Design Representation: Detailed drawings, photographs, or illustrations of the product design from various views.
• Description of the Design: A brief description explaining the novelty of the design.
• Class of Article: The category under which the design falls (based on the Locarno Classification).
• Affidavit of Ownership: A statement proving that the applicant is the true and first owner of the design.
• Power of Attorney: If filing through a legal representative, a power of attorney authorizing us to act on your behalf.

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Additional Legal Services:

• Design Renewal: We assist in renewing your design registration after the initial 10-year period, ensuring continuous protection.
• Design Infringement Litigation: If your design is copied or misused, we provide legal representation and help you take action to enforce your rights.
• Design Licensing: We help draft and negotiate licensing agreements to allow third parties to use your design in exchange for royalties.
• Design Assignment: We provide legal support for transferring the ownership of the registered design to another entity or person.

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Why Choose Patra’s Law Chambers for Design Registration?

• Expertise in Design Law: Our team has extensive experience in handling design registrations across various industries, ensuring the protection of your product’s visual identity.
• Comprehensive Support: From conducting prior searches to filing applications and handling disputes, we offer end-to-end design registration services.
• Quick Turnaround: We ensure that your application is processed and filed promptly to avoid any delays in securing your design rights.
• Personalized Service: We tailor our services to your specific business needs and ensure that your design is protected with the highest level of legal care.

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Contact Us Today:

Kolkata Office: 6th Floor, NICCO HOUSE, 2, Hare Street, Kolkata-700001
Delhi Office: 1st Floor, Sadar Bazar Road, Paharganj House No.: 4455/VI, New Delhi-110001
Phone: +91 8250422880 / 7003715325
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.patraslawchambers.com

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FAQs:

1. What is the duration of protection for a registered design?
A registered design is initially protected for 10 years, which can be extended by an additional 5 years upon renewal.

2. Can I register a design that has been used before?
No, the design must be new or original and should not have been published or used in India or elsewhere before the date of the application.

3. What types of designs can be registered?
Designs that refer to the shape, configuration, pattern, or ornamentation applied to an article by any industrial process can be registered.

4. Can I take legal action against someone who copies my design?
Yes, with a registered design, you can take legal action for infringement and seek remedies such as damages or injunctions.

5. Can I register the design for multiple products?
A design must be registered for a specific product, but you can file separate applications for multiple products.

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Protect Your Unique Design Today!

Ensure your product’s visual appeal is safeguarded with Patra’s Law Chambers. Contact us today to begin your Design Registration process and secure your competitive edge in the market!