CONVERSE Trademark Opposition, Ms Leisa Davies, 24th Apr
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UK IPO Hearing Officer Ms Leisa Davies issued Decision BL Number O/0347/26 on 24 April 2026 concerning the CONVERSE trademark. The decision addressed opposition grounds under Sections 5(1), 5(2) and 5(3) covering both dilution by reputation and dilution by link, along with revocation and proof of use matters including genuine use dates and partial revocation for arriving at a fair description of goods and services. The trademark covers Classes 12 and 35. This is a final decision resolving the trademark challenge before the UK Intellectual Property Office.
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The UK Intellectual Property Office issued a final decision on the CONVERSE trademark opposition, addressing grounds including dilution by reputation, dilution by link, and revocation/proof of use matters. The decision was rendered by Hearing Officer Ms Leisa Davies under BL Number O/0347/26.
Parties involved in trademark disputes before the UKIPO should note the specific grounds addressed: Sections 5(1), 5(2) and 5(3) dilution cases, along with proof of use requirements for maintaining trademark registrations. Trademark applicants and opponents should ensure they can demonstrate genuine use and provide fair descriptions of goods and services when facing revocation challenges.
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BL Number O/0347/26 Decision date 24 April 2026 Hearing Officer Ms Leisa Davies Mark CONVERSE Classes 12, 35 Grounds
- Sections 5(1), 5(2) and 5(3) Dilution Cases - Reputation
- Sections 5(1), 5(2) and 5(3) Dilution Cases - Link
- Revocation / Proof of Use - Dates - genuine use
- Revocation / Proof of Use - Partial revocation - arriving at a fair description of goods / services Return to Trade mark decisions search
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