In intellectual property (IP) enforcement, taking legal action is not always the most effective first step. Sometimes, a well-drafted cease-and-desist (C&D) letter, supported by a thoughtful negotiation strategy, can achieve the desired outcome faster,...
If a party wants to cancel a registered trademark in the UAE, must it first file a cancellation request with the Ministry of Economy? Or can it go directly to the Commercial Court? And...
One of the most common misconceptions among business owners is that trademark ownership is determined simply by who registers the trademark first. Others believe the opposite—that using a trademark for many years is enough...
July 1st, 2026 – Damascus, Syria DeMark Legal Consultancy & IP Services was honored to deliver a workshop for startups at the Damascus Chamber of Commerce, focusing on the strategic role of intellectual...
Date: May 21, 2026 DeMark Legal Consultancy & IP Services was pleased to co-host a specialized seminar with the International Sports & Entertainment Zone (ISEZA), bringing together professionals from the legal, sports, sponsorship, and...
Date: May 15, 2026 DeMark IP was pleased to participate in the International Trademark Association (INTA) Annual Meeting London 2026, one of the world’s leading gatherings of intellectual property professionals. The event provided an...
Crises of all kinds place significant pressure on consumer markets, disrupting supply and demand and exposing weaknesses in pricing systems, product quality, and regulatory oversight. As a result, risks such as counterfeiting, misleading practices,...
When we speak about hosting major sporting tournaments, our attention often turns to participating teams, stadiums, infrastructure, and investment. Yet behind every successful tournament lies an equally important element: the legal framework governing it....
In today’s knowledge-driven economy, intellectual property (IP) is one of the most valuable assets a business can own. Trademarks, copyrights, designs, patents, domain names, and trade secrets often form the foundation of a company’s...
Counterfeiting—the production and trade of fake or unauthorized goods without the consent of the original brand owner—is one of the most prevalent and damaging forms of trademark infringement. It poses a significant threat to...
