We are a full-fledged law firm with national and international presence. We handle matters related to Intellectual Property Rights. Our exposure to the complexities in the ambit of Intellectual Property Law gave us the impetus and inspiration to diversify into other streams such as Corporate Affairs, International Trade and Information Technology. Our firm was established in the year 1990 at Kolkata and since then we are continuously growing through our various offices in India and abroad. Our professional team is having vast experience in handling the routine matters and the complicated cases in the field of Intellectual Property Rights. Our clientele is located worldwide and is ranging from individuals to some of the most renowned companies globally. OUR LANDMARK CASES Blue Border Saree – An Intellectual Property Missionaries of Charity – Copyright Only Address – A unique trademark – 6 BALLYGUNGE PLACE Blue Border Saree – An Intellectual Property The light and spirit of Blessed Saint Mother Teresa are still burning brightly. On September 04,2016,she was canonized and this also coincided with the recognition of the Blue border saree, the apparel worn by the nuns of Missionaries of Charities, as Intellectual Property. The distinct blue pattern of the saree cannot be imitated by anyone else. To protect their identity through Intellectual Property Rights, trade mark applications were filed on December 12, 2013 before the Trade Marks Registry after which necessary due diligence as well as necessary procedures were being followed. Thereafter, the registrations were granted after nearly three years. In order to commemorate the sainthood of Mother Teresa, the Government of India symbolically granted the trade mark registration on September 4, 2016. More Details Visit Our Site: https://www.biswajitsarkar.com/

2. We are a full-fledged law firm with national and international presence. We handle matters related
to Intellectual Property Rights. Our exposure to the complexities in the ambit of Intellectual Property
Law gave us the impetus and inspiration to diversify into other streams such as Corporate Affairs,
International Trade and Information Technology.
Our firm was established in the year 1990 at Kolkata and since then we are continuously growing
through our various offices in India and abroad.
Our professional team is having vast experience in handling the routine matters and the complicated
cases in the field of Intellectual Property Rights.
Our clientele is located worldwide and is ranging from individuals to some of the most renowned
companies globally.
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3. OUR LANDMARK CASES
 Blue Border Saree – An Intellectual Property
 Missionaries of Charity – Copyright
 Only Address – A unique trademark – 6 BALLYGUNGE PLACE

4. SERVICES PROVIDED
 Patent
 Trade Marks
 Copyrights
 Industrial Designs
 Geographical Indications

5. PATENT
A patent is an important asset for an organization. However, obtaining a grant of a patent is a long
process with multiple checks on novelty, non-obviousness and industrial application of the invention.
A patent gives an exclusive right to the inventor to make, use and sell his invention. This exclusive
right is given for a period of 20 years from the date of filing. The main idea behind a patent is to
protect the inventions that are created, thereby encouraging more developments.
SERVICES:
 Patent Registration Process
 Patent Opposition
 Patent Renewal
 Patent Infringement
 PCT filing procedure

6. TRADE MARK
A trademark is a unique sign that identifies the goods or services of one business and distinguishes them
from others. It is important to register a trade mark to get benefits of such registration. A registered trademark
ensures that no one copies or misrepresents your brand. Further, it helps your business to build goodwill and
protects the customers from any deception or confusion. A trademark does not have a set limitation period
and can be renewed every 10 years.
SERVICES:
 Assisting selection of the brand name
 Conducting trade mark search
 Analytical studies on trade mark application
 Preparing trade mark application and filing it
 Preparing response for office actions
 Follow up the registration procedure
 Renewal
 Documentation for monetisation
 Opposition proceedings
 Litigation

7. COPYRIGHT
Copyright is a type of Intellectual Property that protects the original works of the
author as soon as it is fixed in a tangible form of expression. Copyright subsists in
works of - literary, drama, music, art, cinema, etc.
SERVICES
 Advising clients on importance of registration
 Filing the application
 Replying to objections
 Commercialisation
 Enforcement
 Issuing take down notices

8. INDUSTRIAL DESIGNS
The term Industrial Design, is known as the design, the surface pattern or the shape
associated with a product or an article which is unique in nature. The registration of
a design in India confers on the applicant the exclusive right against unauthorized
copying and imitation of his design by third parties.
SERVICES
 Recognizing the novelty
 Filing the application
 Replying to First Examination report
 Publication and Registration
 Cancellation
 Action against infringement

9. GEOGRAPHICAL INDICATIONS
A Geographical Indication shows that the goods originate from a country, region, or locality. It also
represents some special characteristics and qualities which are attributable to its place of origin. An
application for registration of a Geographical Indication can be made by any associations of persons
or organizations representing the interests of the producers of the respective goods.
SERVICES
 Recognizing the registrability
 Application for Registration
 Replying to objections
 Timely renewal
 Protecting against infringement