ADDITIONAL SERVICES

Trademark & Intellectual Property

We handle the incorporation of private limited companies in Malaysia, ensuring all regulatory requirements are met. Beyond registration, we guide you on structure decisions that affect control, compliance, and future growth.

Scope of Services

What's included

Trademark availability search

Checking availability and reserving your preferred company name with SSM before proceeding to registration.

Trademark application preparation

Preparing all incorporation documents and submitting them to SSM on your behalf.

Intellectual property ownership guidance

Proper documentation and filing of director and shareholder details in accordance with the Companies Act 2016.

Application submission and coordination

Drafting of a company constitution where applicable, tailored to your intended governance and shareholder arrangements.

Office action and clarification support

Responding to examination queries, objections, or clarification matters arising during the application process.

IP-related advisory support

Providing general guidance on trademark usage, brand protection, licensing considerations, and related intellectual property matters.

ADDITIONAL SERVICES

Trademark & Intellectual Property

We handle the incorporation of private limited companies in Malaysia, ensuring all regulatory requirements are met. Beyond registration, we guide you on structure decisions that affect control, compliance, and future growth.

Scope of Services

What's included

Trademark availability search

Checking availability and reserving your preferred company name with SSM before proceeding to registration.

Trademark application preparation

Preparing all incorporation documents and submitting them to SSM on your behalf.

Intellectual property ownership guidance

Proper documentation and filing of director and shareholder details in accordance with the Companies Act 2016.

Application submission and coordination

Drafting of a company constitution where applicable, tailored to your intended governance and shareholder arrangements.

Office action and clarification support

Responding to examination queries, objections, or clarification matters arising during the application process.

IP-related advisory support

Providing general guidance on trademark usage, brand protection, licensing considerations, and related intellectual property matters.

KEY CONSIDERATIONS

What we help you think through

01

Trademark registrability

Not all names, logos, or brand elements are registrable. Marks that are too generic, descriptive, or similar to existing registrations may face objections or rejection.

02

Selection of trademark classes

Trademark protection applies to specific classes of goods and services. Selecting the appropriate classes affects the scope of protection and future commercial use.

03

Ownership of intellectual property

Trademark and intellectual property ownership should align with the intended operating entity, shareholders, licensing arrangements, and long-term commercial structure of the business.

04

Commercial use and brand protection

Businesses expanding into new markets, franchising, licensing, or launching additional product lines may require broader intellectual property considerations from the outset.

01

Trademark registrability

Not all names, logos, or brand elements are registrable. Marks that are too generic, descriptive, or similar to existing registrations may face objections or rejection.

02

Selection of trademark classes

Trademark protection applies to specific classes of goods and services. Selecting the appropriate classes affects the scope of protection and future commercial use.

03

Ownership of intellectual property

Trademark and intellectual property ownership should align with the intended operating entity, shareholders, licensing arrangements, and long-term commercial structure of the business.

04

Commercial use and brand protection

Businesses expanding into new markets, franchising, licensing, or launching additional product lines may require broader intellectual property considerations from the outset.

01

Trademark registrability

Not all names, logos, or brand elements are registrable. Marks that are too generic, descriptive, or similar to existing registrations may face objections or rejection.

02

Selection of trademark classes

Trademark protection applies to specific classes of goods and services. Selecting the appropriate classes affects the scope of protection and future commercial use.

03

Ownership of intellectual property

Trademark and intellectual property ownership should align with the intended operating entity, shareholders, licensing arrangements, and long-term commercial structure of the business.

04

Commercial use and brand protection

Businesses expanding into new markets, franchising, licensing, or launching additional product lines may require broader intellectual property considerations from the outset.

At a glance

Key facts to know

Trademark registration in Malaysia is governed under the Trademarks Act 2019.

Trademark protection applies only to the goods and services covered under the registered classes.

Trademark registration is generally valid for 10 years and may be renewed upon expiry.

Intellectual property may include trademarks, branding assets, creative works, proprietary materials, and commercial business identifiers.

Applications may face objections if the proposed mark is similar to an existing registration or lacks distinctiveness.

Trademark and intellectual property ownership should align with the company’s intended commercial and operational structure.

Our Process

1

Initial consultation
We review the intended trademark, business activities, and intellectual property considerations before determining the appropriate protection approach.

2

Trademark search and preliminary assessment
Preliminary searches are conducted to identify potential conflicts, registrability concerns, and relevant trademark classifications.

3

Ownership and usage review
Trademark ownership, intended commercial use, and intellectual property structure are reviewed to align with the business’s operational setup.

4

Application preparation and filing
Trademark applications and supporting information are prepared and coordinated as part of the registration process.

5

Examination and clarification support
Application progress is monitored and any examination queries, objections, or clarification matters are attended to during processing.

6

Ongoing intellectual property support
Additional guidance may be provided on trademark usage, portfolio expansion, licensing considerations, and related intellectual property matters where required.

Who this is for

This service is suited for

New and growing businesses

Companies seeking to protect business names, logos, products, and other commercial intellectual property assets as operations expand.

Product, technology, and brand-driven businesses

Businesses developing products, platforms, creative works, or branded services that require clearer intellectual property protection and ownership.

Expanding and commercialising companies

Businesses planning franchising, licensing, regional expansion, or broader commercial use of their trademarks and intellectual property.

FAQS

What can be registered as a trademark in Malaysia?

A trademark may include a name, logo, word, phrase, symbol, or combination thereof that distinguishes goods or services. Not all marks are registrable. Marks that are too generic or similar to existing registrations may face objections.

The process typically takes between 12 and 18 months from filing to registration, subject to examination and any objections raised during the process.

A registered trademark in Malaysia is valid for 10 years from the date of registration and may be renewed upon expiry.

Trademark protection applies to specific classes of goods and services under the Nice Classification system. The classes you register determine the scope of your protection. We advise on the appropriate classes based on your business activities.

Yes. You may use your mark while the application is pending. Once registered, protection is backdated to the filing date.

If an objection is raised during examination, we assist with preparing a response. If a third party opposes the application, the matter is handled through the relevant process with MyIPO.

Get in touch with our team.

Firm Care Group works with businesses across different stages of growth, providing practical support and professional guidance tailored to operational and compliance requirements.

Get in touch with our team to discuss your requirements and explore suitable next steps for your business.