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  Process of c losing an LLP in India  The Limited Liability Partnership (LLP) is a modern type of business entity, established in 2008 by the Limited Liability Partnership Act, that combines the features of a company and a partnership.  In previous articles, we discussed the documents required for LLP registration and the registration process itself.  In this article, we will guide you through the process of closing an LLP in India. Although LLPs offer several advantages over other types of business entities, such as ease of incorporation and limited liability for members, these benefits do not necessarily translate into successful business operations.  This article will explain the Strike Off method of closure and provide an overview of other closure options. The process to close a Limited Liability Partnership An LLP can be closed in two ways: 1. Strike-off method- a. Voluntary Strike Off The LLP should not have been engaged in commercial activities for a p...

International Trademark Registration What is International Trademark Registration? An International Trademark refers to a trademark that has been registered worldwide. Such a trademark provides its owner with the advantage of expanding its market and applying for protection in various countries by submitting a single application through the centralized system of the International Bureau of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO). Advantages of International Trademark Registration A single application is required for multiple countries. International recognition of your brand The owner of a Registered Trademark has sole ownership of the trademark. Trademark registration creates an intangible asset, namely intellectual property, for the organization. No third party or competitor may use a registered trademark logo or mark. Once a trademark is registered, only maintenance and renewal fees, payable every ten years, need to be paid. How to register a Trademark ...

Difference between TM ( ™ ) and R ( ® ) symbol We often come across two symbols associated with Trademarks - ‘TM’ and ‘R’. Each symbolizes a different type of trademark. The ‘R’ symbol stands for a Registered Trademark, while ‘TM’ represents an Unregistered Trademark. The trademark itself can be a signature, symbol, logo, design, etc., followed by the symbol in superscript. A trademark is a form of intellectual property that provides the owner with exclusive rights to use and authorize others to use the trademark with the owner's permission, in exchange for adequate consideration. It serves as a means to identify the origin of a product. Registered Trademark A trademark that is officially registered under the Trademarks Act, of 1999 is known as a registered trademark. The registration of a trademark provides the owner with exclusive rights, including the sole use of the mark in relation to their products or services. The registration period for a trademark is ten years, afte...