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An EU trade mark application legal review in Ireland is a solicitor’s review of a proposed EU trade mark application before it is filed. This is a review only: A solicitor would review your proposed application and advises, rather than filing it for you. It is Ireland-specific, aligned to EU law and tailored to your commercial situation, for SMEs, start-ups and founders, without open-ended hourly billing. This service is not a substitute for full legal representation in contested commercial litigation; for complex M&A or high-value disputes, contact us for a tailored quote.
What’s included
- Document(s) drafted under Irish law and Companies Registration Office (CRO) practice
- One round of review and tailoring against your specific commercial situation
- Plain-English guidance notes for your board or management team
- Delivered by email once your details are received
- Self-complete template with guidance notes — you fill it in yourself
- Documents tailored to Irish law and your circumstances, delivered by email
- A written summary of the key points and anything you need to do afterwards
Who this is for
- Businesses planning to register a brand across the EU
- Start-ups expanding beyond Ireland
- Businesses unsure which classes to cover
- Owners who want a check before filing
How it works
- Find a solicitor through the Law Society of Ireland’s Find a Solicitor directory and send them the basic details and any existing documents or correspondence.
- Complete a short questionnaire about your circumstances.
- A solicitor would then prepare your document(s) or report from the details you return, with one round of review and tailoring against your commercial situation.
- Your document(s) or report and plain-English guidance notes are delivered by email.
Frequently asked questions
How much does an EU trade mark legal review cost?
This page is a free guide — nothing on it is for sale. Solicitors set their own fees for this work and must give you a written costs estimate (a section 150 letter) before starting. Get quotes through the Law Society of Ireland’s Find a Solicitor directory.
What does an EU trade mark cover?
An EU trade mark gives protection in all EU member states through a single registration.
Why review an application before filing?
Choosing the right mark, classes and specification helps avoid objections and gives better protection.
For more on business contracts and running a company in Ireland, see our Business Legal Advice hub.
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