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Why hire an IP professional? The Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO) in recent years has made it much easier for individuals and businesses to directly apply for trademarks, patents, and copyright themselves. In this case, then why hire an IP professional in the first place? The reason is that IP professionals can help maximize your chances of obtaining a patent or trademark registration. In preparing the applications, professionals can help ensure that you get everything right when submitting that initial trademark or patent application. Once submitted, there is limited ability to make changes to patent and trademark applications. For example, the following are common issues with applications that are very difficult or impossible to remedy, and won't be apparent until long after filing: - A patent or trademark application is too narrow and cannot effectively prevent competitive products or services - A trademark application has over-claimed, and is now being opposed by a third party - A trademark application is very similar to a prior trademark application or registration, and is being refused by CIPO A professional can also advise when they believe it will be difficult or risky to obtain a trademark or patent for your brand or product, and save you time and money in the long run. JZC Intellectual Property Law always conducts searches before each filing, and will inform you when there is a conflicting trademark or patent disclosure.