Trademark Show-Cause Hearing
Representation before the Registrar at the hearing stage.
Overview
When a written reply does not fully satisfy the Examiner, the application is listed for a show-cause hearing before the Registrar of Trade Marks. The hearing is now largely conducted through video conferencing and demands crisp oral submissions supported by documentary evidence of use, distinctiveness or consent. Jurisync prepares the brief, files additional evidence where needed and appears on your behalf.
Scope of work
- Hearing brief and written submission preparation
- Additional evidence and affidavit filing
- Consent or coexistence letter negotiation where relevant
- Appearance before the Registrar
- Follow-up on the acceptance or refusal order
Eligibility
- Applicants whose marks are listed for a Section 9 / 11 show-cause hearing
Step-by-step process
- 1
Case review
We assess the objections still open and the evidence available.
- 2
Submission prep
Written submissions and annexures are compiled for the record.
- 3
Representation
Oral arguments are made before the Registrar on the listed date.
- 4
Outcome
On acceptance, the mark proceeds to advertisement in the Trade Marks Journal.
Documents required
- Hearing notice and application details
- Earlier reply and examination report
- Sales, advertising and usage evidence
- Affidavit of use
What you actually pay
Two separate components: Jurisync's professional fee (fixed, shown below) and any government or statutory charge (billed at actuals, receipt shared with you).
| Jurisync professional fee | ₹5,999 per hearing |
|---|---|
| Government / statutory charges | Nil at hearing stage |
| Indicative timeline | As per Registry listing |
| Mode of delivery | Fully online across India — documents, approvals and final certificates through your Jurisync case workspace. |
Timelines depend on government portal processing and how quickly documents are provided; statutory approval always rests with the concerned authority.
How Jurisync handles your trademark show-cause hearing
Jurisync LLP is a technology-enabled business compliance and professional services platform connecting businesses with qualified professionals including Company Secretaries, Chartered Accountants, Cost Accountants and Advocates wherever required.
Work done by qualified professionals
Every filing is prepared and reviewed by an independent Company Secretary, Chartered Accountant, Cost Accountant or Advocate — matched to your matter, named to you before work starts.
Published fixed fees, no surprises
Our professional fee is printed on this page. Government fees and statutory charges are shown separately and billed at actuals, so nothing gets added mid-way.
One secure workspace per case
Upload documents to your own case vault, see exactly what is pending, approve drafts and download final certificates — no documents floating on WhatsApp or personal email.
Confidential, tracked communication
Messages with your assigned professional stay inside the case workspace, with an activity trail of every upload, verification and filing status change.
Frequently asked
Can I attend the hearing myself?
Yes, but the outcome depends on the strength of oral submissions, so professional representation is usually advisable.
What happens if the mark is refused?
An appeal lies before the High Court within the prescribed period, or a fresh application with a modified mark can be filed.
Where we deliver
Trademark Show-Cause Hearing is handled online, so your location does not change the fee or the process. Our office is at 391, Old Anaj Mandi, Hisar City, Haryana – 125001, India, and we regularly serve clients in:
Jurisync LLP is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation or practise law. Professional services are rendered by independent qualified professionals. Fees shown are Jurisync LLP's professional charges; government fees, stamp duty and third-party charges are additional and billed at actuals.