Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) Enforcement

Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) Enforcement is essential for safeguarding a business’s innovations, brands, and creative works. In Vietnam, IPR enforcement involves a combination of administrative actions, civil litigation, and criminal proceedings to address infringements such as counterfeiting, unauthorized use, and trademark dilution. Effective enforcement protects market position, maintains brand integrity, and deters future violations.
We offer comprehensive IPR enforcement services, including conducting market surveillance, filing complaints with authorities, and representing clients in raids, seizures, and court proceedings. Our expertise extends to trademark, copyright, patent, and trade secret enforcement, ensuring that infringements are addressed through the most appropriate legal channels.
By partnering with us, clients can defend their intellectual property, minimize damages, and strengthen their competitive edge, ensuring that their IPR assets remain protected and profitable in the Vietnamese market.

Infringement Investigations and Monitoring

Infringement Investigation and Monitoring are essential for detecting unauthorized use, counterfeiting, or piracy and ensuring proactive protection of intellectual property rights (IPR). IPR owners must continuously monitor the market to identify potential infringements and respond swiftly to prevent financial losses and reputational harm.

We provide tailored services for IP investigation and monitoring, including conducting market surveillance, tracking unauthorized activities, and gathering evidence of infringement. Our team works closely with authorities to ensure accurate reporting and effective enforcement options. We also advise on developing monitoring strategies to protect trademarks, copyrights, patents, and trade secrets.

Cease and Desist Actions

Cease and Desist Actions are a proactive legal measure used to address intellectual property infringements and prevent further unauthorized use. Issuing a cease and desist letter is often a first step in resolving IP disputes, as it provides the alleged infringer with formal notice of the violation and demands the cessation of infringing activities without resorting to litigation.

We assist clients in drafting and issuing cease and desist letters tailored to the specific infringement, ensuring clear and enforceable demands. Our services include evaluating the scope of the infringement, gathering supporting evidence, and negotiating resolutions with the alleged infringer. If the infringer fails to comply, we provide strategic guidance on escalating the matter through administrative, civil, or criminal enforcement channels.

Border Enforcement and Customs Support

Border Enforcement and Customs Support are critical for preventing the import and export of counterfeit or infringing goods. In Vietnam, customs authorities play a key role in IP enforcement by inspecting shipments and seizing goods that violate intellectual property rights.

We provide comprehensive support in IP border enforcement, including assisting with preparing necessary documentation, and coordinating with customs officials during inspections. Our services also include advising clients on filing seizure requests, managing detained shipments, and pursuing follow-up legal actions against infringers.

Online IPR Enforcement

Online IPR Enforcement is essential in today’s digital age, where intellectual property rights are increasingly vulnerable to unauthorized use, counterfeit sales, and piracy on e-commerce platforms, social media, and other online channels. In Vietnam, protecting IP in the online space requires a proactive approach, including monitoring online activities, identifying infringers, and taking swift action to prevent reputational damage and financial losses.

We provide comprehensive online IPR enforcement services, including monitoring digital platforms for IP infringements, gathering evidence, and issuing takedown notices to platform operators. Our team assists clients in filing complaints with regulatory authorities and pursuing administrative or legal actions against online offenders. We also advise on strategies to strengthen online brand protection and manage domain name disputes.

Administrative and Criminal Enforcement

Civil Enforcement

We provide comprehensive legal support for civil enforcement, representing clients in IP-related lawsuits and advising on the most effective legal strategies. Our services include preparing legal submissions, gathering and presenting evidence, and advocating for clients in court proceedings. We also assist with pre-litigation negotiations to seek amicable resolutions when possible and support clients in enforcing court judgments.

Dispute Resolution and Litigation

Dispute Resolution and Litigation for intellectual property rights in Vietnam involves resolving conflicts related to IP ownership, licensing agreements, infringement claims, and unauthorized use of trademarks, patents, copyrights, or trade secrets. IP disputes can be complex and require a strategic approach to protect valuable IP assets and minimize financial and reputational risks.

We provide comprehensive legal support in both dispute resolution and litigation, representing clients in negotiation, mediation, arbitration, and court proceedings. Our services include assessing the merits of IP claims, preparing legal submissions, presenting evidence, and advocating for clients in administrative hearings and court trials. We also assist with enforcing judgments and arbitral awards related to IP disputes.

Key Contacts

Dao Phuong Hanh

IP Attorney
Partner

Nguyen Thi Diem

IP Attorney
Senior Associate

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