Not always, but registration makes enforcement much easier. With a registered mark, you can bring an infringement suit and rely on the registration as evidence of ownership. Without registration, you can usually still bring a passing off action, but you must prove goodwill and reputation in Bangladesh and show that the defendant's conduct is likely to deceive customers. That evidence takes time and money to gather. We therefore advise brand owners to register key marks before entering the market and to monitor the trademark journal so they can oppose conflicting applications early. Registration also simplifies customs recordal.

Civil infringement suits are generally brought before the District Court with jurisdiction, and appeals go to the High Court Division. Registrar decisions on trademark registration, opposition and rectification can also be appealed to the High Court Division, while criminal complaints proceed before the magistrates' courts. The Commercial Courts Act 2026 is changing how some commercial matters are allocated, so we check whether a particular claim falls within its scope before filing. Choosing the right forum matters, because it affects timing, interim relief and the enforceability of any eventual order. We also consider where the defendant's assets are located.

Yes. Courts can grant temporary injunctions in intellectual property disputes where the claimant shows a prima facie case, a balance of convenience in its favour and a risk of irreparable harm. Applications are strongest when supported by registration certificates, clear evidence of infringing products, test purchase records and proof of prompt action after discovering the infringement. Delay can be fatal to an injunction application. We prepare the suit and the application together so that interim relief can be sought immediately, and we advise on enforcing the order once granted. Undertakings can sometimes avoid a contested hearing.

Depending on the right and the facts, the court can grant a permanent injunction, order delivery up or destruction of infringing goods and materials, and award damages or an account of the infringer's profits, together with costs. In criminal proceedings for counterfeiting or false trade descriptions, offenders may face fines, imprisonment and confiscation of goods. Monetary awards in Bangladesh courts are often modest, so in many intellectual property disputes the real value lies in stopping the infringement, removing stock from the market and deterring others who are watching the outcome. Costs orders are also worth pursuing.

Most platforms operate notice and takedown procedures for trademark and copyright complaints, and a well-prepared notice with proof of ownership often removes listings quickly. Persistent sellers may need further action, such as a legal notice, a complaint to consumer protection authorities, a criminal complaint or a civil suit. Evidence should be captured carefully, with screenshots, URLs, dates and test purchases. We coordinate online removal with action against the suppliers behind the listings, because removing posts without addressing the source rarely ends online intellectual property disputes for good. Repeat sellers should be documented.

This is a common problem, often involving a former distributor or an opportunistic filer. If the registration is recent, an opposition or rectification application may be available, especially if you can show earlier use, international reputation or bad faith. A mark that has not been used for the statutory period may also be vulnerable to removal for non-use. Negotiated assignment is sometimes quicker. We assess the evidence, the timing and the commercial relationship before recommending a route, and we advise on protecting your business while the dispute is resolved. Quick action limits the damage.

Do not ignore a legal notice, but do not concede liability either. We review the claimant's rights, check whether their registration is valid and whether you have earlier use, a distinguishable mark, a licence or a fair dealing defence. Sometimes a measured reply resolves the matter; sometimes a counterclaim for rectification or a declaration strengthens your position. If a suit and injunction application are filed, prompt and well-evidenced opposition is essential. We defend businesses in intellectual property disputes with the same rigour that we bring to claims for rights holders. Early advice avoids costly missteps.

Timelines vary with the forum and the defendant's response. Platform takedowns and settlements following a strong legal notice can conclude within weeks. Registry oppositions and rectification proceedings typically take considerably longer, and contested civil suits with appeals can run for several years. Interim injunctions, however, can provide effective protection while the main case continues. We give each client a realistic view of timing at the start, plan for the likely route of resistance, and look for opportunities to settle when the commercial objective can be achieved without a full trial. Settlement terms should always be recorded in writing.