Legal Articles: Trademark, Patent, Industrial Design, Copyright, IPR in New Zealand
Legal Articles in New Zealand by Areas of Law
Legal notes to copyright registration in New Zealand
Jul
Copyright registration in New Zealand. New Zealand is an island country in the southwestern Pacific Ocean. New Zealand has an advanced market economy, ranked 14th in the 2019 Human Development Index and third in the 2020 Index of Economic Freedom. It is a high-income economy with a nominal gross domestic product (GDP) per capita of […]
Setting Sail in Secure Waters: The Trademark Registration Dossier in New Zealand
Nov
New Zealand, a land of breathtaking landscapes and thriving innovation, offers a fertile ground for businesses to grow and prosper. For entrepreneurs and companies looking to establish their brand in this dynamic market, understanding the trademark registration dossier in New Zealand is essential. Securing your intellectual property is not just a legal formality; it’s a […]
New Zealand’s laws governing intellectual property
Aug
International franchisors should make sure their intellectual property is protected in New Zealand before entering the market. Trademarks, registered designs, copyright, and patents are all included in the definition of “intellectual property.” Any franchised business must prioritize the protection of intellectual property rights. The franchisor’s intellectual property may be protected in New Zealand in the […]
How to enforce unregistered trade mark rights in New Zealand
Jul
Trademark rights are a type of intellectual property that can be really advantageous to your company. It’s possible, nonetheless, that you can use a trademark’s corresponding rights without registering it. Consequently, this article will give some background information and outline the process for enforcing unregistered trademark rights. Unregistered Trade Mark Rights Trademarks act as distinctive […]
How to file a patent in New Zealand?
Jun
Patent registration in New Zealand. New Zealand is an island country in the southwestern Pacific Ocean. New Zealand has an advanced market economy, ranked 14th in the 2019 Human Development Index and third in the 2020 Index of Economic Freedom. It is a high-income economy with a nominal gross domestic product (GDP) per capita of […]
Updates to The Intellectual Property Office of New Zealand hearing guidelines
Feb
The Intellectual Property Office of New Zealand (IPONZ) has recently made several adjustments to its trademark litigation procedures. The following are some of the most recent updates: The new hearing scheduling initiative undergoing a trial period IPONZ has been trying out a new hearing scheduling scheme in which parties can volunteer to be placed on […]
Legal notes to trademark registration in New Zealand
Aug
Trademark registration in New Zealand. New Zealand is an island country in the southwestern Pacific Ocean. New Zealand has an advanced market economy, ranked 14th in the 2019 Human Development Index and third in the 2020 Index of Economic Freedom. It is a high-income economy with a nominal gross domestic product (GDP) per capita of […]
New Zealand Trademark Law: Guide To Register Trademark In New Zealand
The following articles shall comprehensively guide to register trademark in New Zealand which the trademark applicant should note prior to officially filing New Zealand trademark. QUESTIONS ANSWERS What is trademark rights in NEW ZEALAND: first to file or first to use? The rule “first to use” establishes ultimate rights for the owner who uses unregistered trademark. […]
New Zealand Trademark Law: What is procedure of registering trademark in New Zealand?
When trademark applicants file their trademark application, they should know how the trademark application is processed in New Zealand. This can help their application to be accepted and to have a better chance to be granted for protection certificate. Hence, what is procedure of trademark registration in New Zealand? Step 1: Trademark search Before filing […]