Australia's Specialist Trademark Attorneys.Clear fixed-fee advice on trademark registration in Australia.
Get practical guidance from a specialist trademark attorney team, with clear next steps on searches, registration, and protecting your brand in Australia.
Trademarks We've Protected
Why clients start here
Most trademark problems are easier to resolve early.
Getting early trademark advice helps you avoid unnecessary cost, delay, and risk. It also gives you a clear understanding of whether your trademark can be used and registered.
We do not just assess availability. We explain your position clearly so you can decide whether to proceed, change your brand, or take further steps.
Why clients choose Signify IP
Trademark searches, applications, and disputes handled by specialist trademark attorneys
Clear advice on whether your trademark can be registered and how to proceed
Ongoing support for Australian and international trademark protection
Not sure where to start?
Choose the option that best matches your situation.
Book a consultation if you want advice on your trademark and next steps. Start with a free trademark search if you have a name, logo, or brand and want to assess availability.
Consultation
Book a Free Consultation
Discuss your situation and receive clear advice on your trademark, including risks, options, and next steps.
Book a Free ConsultationTrademark search
Free Trademark Search
Start with an initial review of the name, logo, or brand you want to protect. We will assess whether your trademark is likely to be available for use and registration, and outline the next steps.
Get a Free Trademark SearchWho We Are
Boutique trademark specialists for Australian businesses.
Signify IP is a specialist trademark firm helping businesses protect, register, and manage their brands in Australia and internationally.
We focus only on trademarks, which means you get clear, practical advice tailored to your business rather than broad general legal advice.
With 45+ years of combined experience, Signify IP guide clients through the full trademark lifecycle — from searches and filing through to disputes and portfolio management.
What We Do
Specialist trademark services, from searches and registration through to disputes and portfolio management.
Trademark Searches
Trademark searches and clearance advice, with practical recommendations before you file.
Trademark Applications
Australian and international trademark applications, from filing through to registration.
Trademark Examination Reports
Clear responses to adverse reports and provisional refusals from IP Australia.
Trademark Disputes
Oppositions, removal actions, negotiations, and dispute strategy tailored to your position.
Trademark Portfolio Management
Renewals, monitoring, and ongoing trademark portfolio management across Australia and overseas.
Recommended next steps
Not sure where to start?
If you are unsure where to start, choose the option that best matches your situation. This will guide you to the right trademark service and next step.
I need to check if my brand is available
Start with a trademark search to assess availability and identify any risks before filing, launching, or investing in the brand.
Explore next step →I’m ready to apply for a trademark
Proceed with a trademark application once the mark, owner, and class coverage are clearly defined.
Explore next step →My application has a problem
Get help with examination reports if IP Australia has raised objections or your application is no longer straightforward.
Explore next step →Industries
Trademark advice tailored to the industries we work with most.
E-commerce Brands
Trademark protection for online brands selling across Australia and internationally.
Startups
Get your trademark protection in place early so your brand can grow with clarity.
Fashion & Clothing
Trademark protection for fashion labels, clothing brands, and product lines.
Technology & SaaS
Trademark protection for software, platforms, and technology brands as they scale.
Food & Beverage
Trademark protection for products, packaging, hospitality, and retail brands.
Health & Supplements
Trademark advice for health, wellness, and supplement brands.
Hospitality
Trademark protection for venues, product lines, and hospitality brands.
Professional Services
Trademark protection for advisory, consulting, and specialist service brands.
Personal Brands
Trademark protection for founder-led brands, names, and signature offers.
Our Team
Meet the team behind Signify IP.
Hollie Ford
Director | Registered Trademark Attorney
Hollie advises Australian businesses on trademark searches, filing, protection, disputes, and long-term portfolio strategy.
View ProfileChristine Kelly
Trademarks Paralegal
Christine supports global portfolio management, renewals, filings, and the day-to-day administration that keeps brand protection organised.
View ProfileCase Studies
Trusted by brands building valuable trademarks.
How It Works
What happens when you request a free trademark search.
Tell us your trademark
Complete the short form. It takes about 60 seconds. Provide your details and the name, logo, or brand you want reviewed.
We search the trademark register
A specialist trademark attorney reviews the Australian trademark register to identify any conflicting marks.
Receive your results
Within 1 business day, you will receive a clear, written summary outlining whether your trademark is likely to be available for use and registration, and your next steps.
The Full Process
How trademark registration works in Australia.
Search & Clearance
We search the trademark register and check for conflicting marks before you invest in your brand.
1 business dayApplication
We prepare and file your application with IP Australia, selecting the appropriate classes and ownership structure.
Filed within daysExamination
IP Australia examines your application. If issues are raised, we report to you with options for how to proceed.
3–4 monthsAcceptance & Opposition
Once accepted, your trademark is published for 2 months during which it may be opposed.
2 monthsRegistration
Your trademark is registered and protected for 10 years, renewable indefinitely.
7–8 months totalOngoing Management
We monitor your portfolio, track renewals, and keep everything organised.
OngoingWhy Clients Choose Us
Clear advice, specialist trademark expertise, and a straightforward process.
Focused solely on trademarks
Trademark protection in Australia and internationally
Trademark portfolio management with a client portal
Testimonials
Signify IP
Dima N
6 months ago
We've been working with Signify IP for almost a year, and I've been genuinely impressed by Hollie and Christine's experience in our trade mark matters. They registered trade marks in Australia and, through the Madrid System, in other countries, making the whole process smooth. I've already recommended Signify IP to my friends and will continue to do so. I value Hollie and Christine's attention to detail, deep trade mark expertise, and fast responses. Thank you for all your work.
Scott Mendelsohn
7 months ago
These guys are first class, can recommend them with confidence. Friendly and great advice
Ben Polson
8 months ago
Absolute pleasure working with Signify. When other companies said my trademark wasnt possible, Christine and the team made it happen. Very grateful!
Ashley Gill
11 months ago
Signify are very responsive. They often the respond straight away and if not then same day. Trademark results have been very pleasing. Would recommend.
Frequently Asked Questions
Straight answers about protecting your brand.
We review the Australian trademark register to check whether your brand name, logo, or mark is likely to be available for use and registration. You receive a clear, written summary within 1 business day.
Yes. There is no cost, no credit card, and no obligation. We offer it because most people who discover their brand is available want to understand their position before they file.
The public search tool only finds exact matches. A specialist trademark attorney considers similar-sounding names, visual similarities, and classification overlaps that the public search will not flag.
You will receive a written response within 1 business day.
No. Many people use the free search just to find out where they stand before making any decisions. There is no commitment required.
If your trademark is likely to be available, we explain your options for registration including costs and next steps. If there are risks, we outline those clearly so you can decide how to proceed.
A business name does not give you legal ownership or exclusive rights. A registered trademark gives you exclusive rights to your brand for specific goods or services and helps you stop others from using something confusingly similar.
Costs depend on the service you need and the number of classes. We provide clear, fixed-fee quotes before you commit to anything.
Yes. We file international trademark applications through the Madrid Protocol and advise on the right filing strategy for your business.
We can help. Responding to examination reports and provisional refusals from IP Australia is one of our core services.
No. We are based in Adelaide but work with clients across Australia and internationally.
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