For a SP, on the CIPC website, there are 2 options..one is name reservation which costs 50 rands and is valid for 6 months and other is trademark registration which is 590 rand but valid for 10 years...since, one can trademark as business name also, so isn't it just better to use the trademark...
Hi,
I need to renew a trademark that's registered under several classes. Having a lawyer handle the renewal will cost >R10k. The actual fees to CIPC is less than R3k.
Does anyone know whether I can simply file the renewal myself? Or do I need an attorney?
I can't seem to find a clear answer...
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