Trademark filing
Review the brand name, logo and designated goods/services to set the filing strategy.
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Patent & Trademark Services
We connect you with registered patent attorneys for trademark, patent and design filings and registration, prior-art searches and IP management.
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To protect your brand and technology, it is important to review what to protect, who the applicant should be, the designated goods and services, and the disclosure schedule before launching your business. Your inquiry is classified, and trademark, patent and design matters are handled by a patent attorney within their professional scope — from searches to filing, registration and maintenance.
Main Services
Patents and utility models
Check the technical structure and disclosure status and review patentability.
Design filing
Prepare filing materials such as the product's appearance, drawings and images.
Prior-art search
Check for similar existing rights and issues affecting registrability.
Overseas filing
Review routes to secure rights abroad according to target countries and timing.
Maintenance and disputes
Explain renewals and changes after registration and the scope of infringement response.
Helpful Documents for Your Consultation
- Description of the brand, technology or design to protect
- Products or services in use or planned
- Applicant information (individual or company)
- Whether and when it was disclosed, sold or exhibited
- Existing applications, registrations or search results
- Countries and timeline for business in Korea and abroad
Process
Submit an inquiry
We confirm your current situation, preferred schedule and required assistance.
Define the scope
We identify the required qualifications and divide the work among the appropriate professionals.
Review requirements and documents
We review the documents, expected procedure and possible supplementary requests.
Engagement and service
The responsible professional proceeds under a separate engagement and service guidance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I file a trademark before registering my business?
The applicant and future user are reviewed so the filing can be made in the name of an individual or a company.
Does registering a trade name also protect it as a trademark?
Trade-name registration, business registration and trademark rights differ in scope and procedure, so a separate review is needed.
Can I get a patent for an idea alone?
A patent attorney must review the specific technical structure, prior art and requirements such as novelty.
Can rights already registered abroad be used in Korea?
Rights are protected country by country, so the need for a Korean filing and priority deadlines must be checked.
Professional Scope Notice
UpdateVisa classifies inquiries by field and connects clients with the appropriate professionals. Each matter is independently reviewed, contracted and handled by the relevant professional or office within the scope permitted by applicable laws and professional qualifications. Outcomes may vary depending on the individual facts and the final decision of the competent authority.
Find the right professional for your situation
Send us your service area, current situation and preferred schedule, and we will explain the required review and next steps.
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