HOW IT WORKS
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Filing through The Trademark Desk
1. Choose your service level
Standard
$650
/ +$400 per extra class
You draft. We review and file. We handle any IP Australia objections at no extra cost.
Premium
$950
/ +$400 per extra class
Everything in Standard plus expedited examination of your application.
2. Complete the online form
Trademark name/logo
Business details
Goods/services
Supporting information
3. Standard or Premium
Standard
User drafts → attorney reviews
Premium
User drafts – Attorney reviews + expedited application
4. Approval & filing
We file with IP Australia and send confirmation.
5. Ongoing support
We monitor the application and keep you updated.
B. What happens at IP Australia
1. Formalities check
Immediate administrative review
2. Examination (3–4 months)
(1 month if expedited)
Examiner checks:
Distinctiveness
Conflicts
Compliance
3. Acceptance & publication
If accepted → 2-month opposition period.
4. Registration
Trademark registered for 10 years, renewable indefinitely.
5. Post-registration support
Guidance on renewals, enforcement, and international filings.