Tabacco House: Successful Trademark Registration in Moldova

Win day! Tabacco House Trademark Case: successful trademark registration in Moldova despite rejection and competition from other brands!

As a patent attorney represantatives, ADVANCED LAWYERS completed the complex and lengthy process of registering the Tabacco House trademark — one of the brands of a major retailer in the tobacco industry.

The registration process lasted 1.5 years and included several stages: from strategy development and basic examination to filing an appeal and legal refutation of the refusal to register. The main obstacle was previously registered trademarks, which, according to the examination, could be similar to the claimed designation.

Despite this, we managed to convince AGEPI that Tabacco House has a sufficient degree of distinctiveness, does not mislead consumers, and does not infringe on the rights of other trademark owners.

As a result, the Tabacco House trademark was registered for a period of 10 years, with the right to renewal. The registration certificate was obtained for all requested activities in the field of tobacco products, retail, and related activities.

We presented comprehensive arguments that allowed us to overturn the refusal and achieve a positive decision.

This case is further proof that even in conditions of high competition and legal uncertainty, it is possible to achieve brand registration if experienced specialists take on the case.

🛡️If you have encountered a refusal, preliminary notification, or have doubts about the possibility of protecting your brand, we are ready to help.