Form

Notice of defence and counterstatement

Use this form if you want to file, in either opposition or cancellation proceedings, a notice of defence and counterstatement.

Documents

Guidance following the filing of a TM8: notice of defence

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TM8

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You will need to submit a TM8N if you want to file a notice of defence for the use in revocation on the grounds of non-use.

Updates to this page

Published 16 September 2013
Last updated 26 April 2023 + show all updates
  1. A new end page has been added. This contains a checklist and sending instructions. Supporting text added to questions that required further clarification.

  2. Form TM8 replaced - box 4 text (Person filing this counterstatement) added.

  3. Form TM8 replaced - box 4 text amended.

  4. Form TM8: Data Privacy added.

  5. First published.

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