Glossar

Grace Period for Use

The grace period for use allows the trademark owner to develop and establish the use of the mark within five years of filing. After this period, maintained use may be questioned, or the defense of non-use may be raised in proceedings (see Non-Use Defense). Therefore, it is especially important for a trademark owner to ensure sufficient use within the grace period.

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Rechtsanwältin
Fachanwältin für gewerblichen Rechtsschutz

Uhlandstr. 2
D-80336 München