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Brand Protection Strategies In Russia After Market Exit
Russian law continues to protect widely known trademarks even after foreign companies exit the market, with courts increasingly rejecting bad-faith attempts to capture famous brands through non-use cancellation actions. This analysis examines emerging legal mechanisms that allow trademark owners to maintain brand control during periods of suspended operations, including strategic filing practices and defenses based on consumer confusion and legitimate interest challenges.
Russian Federation IP
GP
Gorodissky & Partners
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Maintaining Trademark Rights When Business Operations Are Reduced: The Role Of Proactive Re-Filing
In the context of a changing geopolitical landscape, many foreign companies have reduced or suspended their operations in the Russian market, creating a critical legal challenge: how can trademark rights be maintained when business presence is limited or absent? This article examines the legal risks of passive trademark management and explores proactive re-filing strategies as a practical tool for preserving brand protection during periods of market uncertainty and reduced commercial activity.
Russian Federation IP
GP
Gorodissky & Partners
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