25 Aug 2015

On 25 August, Melbourne IP barrister Andrew Sykes will make a presentation on Update on the distinctiveness of trade marks under s.41 of the Trade Marks Act. On 25 August, Melbourne IP barrister Andrew Sykes will make a presentation on Update on the distinctiveness of trade marks under s.41 of the Trade Marks Act.

Andrew will provide a practical insight on addressing objections under s.41 of the Trade Marks Act 1995 in light of recent case law.  It will address:

•   Specific issues in assessing inherent distinctiveness in relation to various types of marks after the High Court’s decision in Cantarella Bros Pty Ltd v. Modena Trading.
•   Practical considerations in providing evidence under s.41(4) and (3).