Trademark Lawyers near Gresik

Protecting a Gresik brand starts with a national filing

Trademark rights in Gresik follow Indonesian national law, not a separate regency registration system. Applications go to the Directorate General of Intellectual Property (DJKI), and protection generally depends on registration.

For Gresik businesses, a brand may distinguish local food products such as pudak or bandeng, clothing and accessories, or goods supplied to the regency’s industrial businesses. A registration covers the mark and goods or services listed in the application, so choosing the right classes matters.

Before applying, check for similar registered or pending marks and confirm who owns the brand. A lawyer can help assess conflicts, select classes, prepare the filing, and respond to objections or oppositions.

When a trademark lawyer can help

• A Gresik food producer is preparing to sell pudak, crackers, or processed bandeng beyond local markets and needs to check whether its proposed brand is available.

• A manufacturer or supplier serving businesses around Gresik’s industrial areas wants to protect a product name or logo before using it on packaging, quotations, or online listings.

• Several family members or business partners created a brand, but they have not agreed who should own the application or registration.

• A business receives an objection or opposition because another applicant claims its mark is similar, and it needs to prepare a focused response.

• A competitor is using a confusingly similar name or logo on goods sold in Gresik, and the owner needs advice on evidence, a demand letter, or enforcement options.

• A business plans to expand sales abroad and needs to coordinate an Indonesian registration with protection in other markets.

Indonesian laws and regulations that apply in Gresik

Law No. 20 of 2016 on Trademarks and Geographical Indications is the principal statute. It was promulgated on November 25, 2016, and sets out registration, examination, opposition, infringement, and renewal rules. Its provisions have been affected by the Job Creation framework, including Law No. 6 of 2023.

Government Regulation No. 22 of 2018 on International Registration of Marks under the Madrid Protocol governs the Madrid system for seeking protection in designated countries through an international application based on an Indonesian mark.

Minister of Law and Human Rights Regulation No. 67 of 2016 on Trademark Registration, as amended by Regulation No. 12 of 2021, sets out registration procedures. These national rules apply in Gresik; the regency does not issue a separate trademark registration.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a lawyer to register a trademark in Gresik?

No. An eligible applicant can apply directly through DJKI’s online system. A lawyer can be useful for searching similar marks, choosing classes, and handling objections or disputes.

Who can apply for a trademark in Indonesia?

An individual or legal entity can apply if it has a genuine interest in the mark and meets the filing requirements. Applicants domiciled outside Indonesia must file through an Indonesian trademark attorney.

Does a Gresik business register its mark with the regency?

No. Trademark applications are handled nationally by DJKI, not by a Gresik Regency office. Local business permits and trademark rights are separate matters.

Does registering a business name or business permit protect my brand?

No. Business registration or a business permit does not replace trademark registration. A trademark application identifies the mark and the goods or services for which protection is sought.

How do I check whether a name or logo is available?

Search DJKI’s trademark database for identical and similar marks, including marks in related classes. A search is an initial check, not a guarantee that an application will succeed.

Should I register the name, the logo, or both?

A word mark can protect the wording as filed, while a logo application protects the submitted visual mark. Businesses often consider separate applications when both the name and logo are important and the budget allows.

How much does trademark registration cost?

DJKI’s official filing charge depends on the applicant category and the number of classes. Lawyer or trademark-attorney fees are separate, so ask for an itemised estimate covering searches, filing, and any response work.

How long does registration take?

Timing varies with examination, publication, and any objections or oppositions. The application is published for a two-month opposition period; check current DJKI processing information before relying on a particular completion date.

What happens if another party opposes my application?

The applicant can submit a response within the applicable period under the registration procedure. A lawyer can assess the opponent’s evidence and help prepare a response, but the outcome depends on the record and legal grounds.

How long does trademark protection last?

A registered mark is protected for ten years from the filing date and may be renewed for further ten-year periods. Renewal should be handled within the statutory period and requirements.

Can a trademark registered in Indonesia protect sales abroad?

No. Indonesian registration does not automatically grant rights in other countries. An owner can consider separate national applications or the Madrid system, subject to each destination’s rules.

Official resources for applicants in Gresik

• Directorate General of Intellectual Property (DJKI), Ministry of Law: handles national trademark applications, examination, publication, registration, and official trademark information. Its official website is dgip.go.id.

• Gresik Regency Investment and One-Stop Integrated Services Office (DPMPTSP): provides local investment and business-licensing services. It does not grant trademark rights, but can assist with local business administration enquiries.

Steps to find and hire a trademark lawyer

1. Write down the mark, its current owner, and the goods or services sold under it. Gather packaging, invoices, online listings, and any proposed logo.

2. Search DJKI’s database and note potentially similar marks. Allow a few days for an initial search and record the relevant names, owners, and classes.

3. Shortlist lawyers or Indonesian trademark attorneys who handle registration and disputes. Confirm their professional status and experience with matters like yours.

4. Arrange an initial consultation, often within one or two weeks. Ask about registrability, class selection, likely risks, and whether the lawyer will conduct a fuller search.

5. Request a written engagement and itemised costs before authorising work. Separate government charges from professional fees and clarify what happens if DJKI raises an objection.

6. Review the application details, owner information, and goods or services list before filing. Keep the filing receipt and diarise publication, response, and renewal dates.