Registration

A trade mark can be registered in Jersey pursuant to the Trade Marks (Jersey) Law 2000 which provides for applications to extend rights under an existing UK registration.

The following information and documentation is required:

1. a certified copy of the entries on the UK register
2. two certified prints of the mark (unless mark is word only)

It usually takes four weeks or less for the Registrar of Trade Marks to process an application for registration. Paris Convention priority cannot be claimed. Once the registration is complete the Registrar will issue a Certificate of Registration of a Trade Mark / Service Mark.

In relation to European Union (EU) trade marks and International (WIPO) trade marks designating the UK Part 3 sections 12 and 13 of the Law makes provision for these registrations to be automatically protected in Jersey. There is no need to apply for the extension of these rights to Jersey and no documentation is required.

Classes

The International Classification system is used. Multi-class applications are allowed.

Searches

It is generally not necessary to conduct a search in Jersey to ascertain that there will be no difficulty with the application for registration because of the requirement that there be a pre-existing UK registration. If, however, a search is required, the result can usually be provided within two working days.

Renewal

A trade mark registration is valid for the same period as specified on the underlying UK registration on which it is based.

The registration can only be renewed in Jersey once the UK registration has been renewed.

Two months before the renewal date we will send you an Expiry Notice asking whether you wish us to renew the registration (and the UK registration if necessary) or allow the mark to lapse. No documentation is required.

It usually takes four weeks or less for the Registrar to process an application for renewal. Once the renewal is complete the Registrar will issue a Registration of Renewal Certificate.

Under s.5(2) of the Trade Marks (Jersey) Law 2000 a trade mark registration which has not been renewed within 12 months of the last expiry date will be, after notification to the registered proprietor, removed from the Register of Trade Marks.

If you do not wish to renew the mark please inform us so that we can advise the Registrar accordingly.

Abandonment

Please inform us as soon as possible if you wish to abandon your trade mark or allow it to lapse so that we can update our records and advise the Registrar accordingly. This will avoid us sending out unnecessary Reminder Notices.

Assignment

Please inform us as soon as possible if the trade mark has been assigned so that we can file an application to record the assignment in Jersey (and in the UK if necessary). Before an assignment can be recorded in Jersey it must first be recorded in the UK. If an assignment is underway in the UK we will monitor, free of charge, the pending application and when the assignment has been recorded proceed with the application in Jersey.

To record the assignment of a trade mark registration the only documentation required is a certified copy of the entries on the UK Register showing the assignment.

It usually takes four weeks or less for the Registrar to process an application to record an assignment. Once the recording is complete the Registrar will issue a Registration of Assignment Certificate.

Change of Particulars

Please inform us as soon as possible if there is any change to the registration so that we can file an application to record the change in Jersey (and in the UK if necessary). Before a change can be recorded in Jersey it must first be recorded in the UK. If a Change of Particulars is underway in the UK we will monitor, free of charge, the pending application and when the change has been recorded proceed with the application in Jersey.

To record a change of name and/or address for a trade mark registration the only documentation required is a certified copy of the entries on the UK Register showing the change.

It usually takes four weeks or less for the Registrar to process an application to record a Change of Particulars. Once the recording is complete the Registrar will issue a Registration of Change of Name/Address Certificate.

Our Firm

HSM IP Ltd. provides worldwide intellectual property services. Based in the Cayman Islands and independently owned and operated, our experienced team of attorneys and paralegals deliver first class service to a broad client base which includes major Fortune Global 500 brand owners, international law firms and other specialist IP practices. Our broad perspective, practical approach and international experience allow us to offer clients a unique insight into IP issues.

The success and growth of our firm is due to our keen understanding of our clients’ needs for a comprehensive “one-stop shop” which encompasses a wide range of services from the initial consultation process to searches, registrations, annuity payments and monitoring and renewals. Our interactive database helps us to proactively manage each client’s portfolio efficiently and cost-effectively in an environmentally friendly and substantially paperless workplace. It also allows us to fulfil our clients’ specific reporting and invoicing requirements, including multi-currency invoicing and e-billing. We offer a competitive schedule of fixed fees, inclusive of both disbursements and official fees, which means we can provide clients with an accurate estimate of their project costs before embarking on a global filing programme for their portfolio.

As a leader in the field, HSM IP understands the value of long-term business relationships. We have a wealth of knowledge and specialise in the Caribbean, Central and Latin America and other offshore jurisdictions. Our staff regularly contribute to leading IP publications and we also publish a range of country-specific IP Client Guides which are available on our website.

Supported by HSM Chambers, an offshore law firm with experienced attorneys admitted in multiple jurisdictions, we have substantial experience in taking action to address the infringement of trade marks and patents and in the conduct of passing-off actions. We are also able to offer investigative services to identify the source of, and distributors of, infringing goods, working closely with police and customs officials as necessary.

Memberships: INTA, CITMA, MARQUES and IPCA

Contact Us

E-mail:	ip@hsmoffice.com
Web:	www.hsmoffice.com
Mail:	PO Box 31726, Grand Cayman KY1-1207, Cayman Islands.
Courier:	HSM, 68 Fort Street, George Town, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands.
Tel:	+1 (345) 949-4766

HSM IP Ltd. is a Law Firm recognised under the Legal Practitioners (Incorporated Practice) Regulations, 2006 (as amended).

Revised June 2022