This module is designed to provide a thorough knowledge of the law governing (a) trade mark office proceedings (including, opposition and cancellation); and, (b) trade mark litigation in the UK. The module will examine substantive law as to claim construction; and, in the case of infringement, available defences and limitations to registered trade mark rights; both substantive and procedural aspects will be considered with respect to proceedings before the UKIPO and the EUIPO and; in the case of litigation, consideration of the law will include the remedies that might be sought, in particular preliminary injunctions.
2 hour 15 minute exam
15 credits