Services / Domain name disputes
Domain name disputes and online brand protection
A domain name dispute may involve a copied brand, a misleading website, a former business relationship or a complaint against a legitimately held domain. The appropriate response depends on the facts, the domain and the rights involved.
I advise complainants and respondents on domain name disputes, including UDRP matters and Canadian .ca disputes under the CDRP.
Choosing the appropriate response
The initial assessment may consider the relevant trademark rights, the history of the domain, its registration and use, the relationship between the parties, and the outcome sought.
The appropriate procedure depends on the nature of the dispute. Contractual disputes, ownership issues and broader misconduct may call for court proceedings or other measures.
Assistance with complaints and responses
My work includes reviewing the basis for a complaint, assessing the available evidence, preparing complaints or responses, and advising on settlement. Where related court proceedings or other enforcement measures are relevant, those options can be assessed as part of the broader strategy.
Online impersonation and related conduct
Domain misuse may appear alongside misleading online profiles, copied website material or other brand-related conduct. It is useful to assess the underlying problem and the related instances together.
Information for an initial inquiry
Please identify the domain name, your business or client, the other known parties and any deadline. Give a brief non-confidential explanation of the issue and identify any public trademark registration or existing proceeding.
We will confirm the appropriate arrangements for reviewing confidential documents and evidence. Keep account credentials secure.