KIPO2 Trademark Final Refusal in Korea: Legal Remedies and Appeal Procedures Receiving a "Notice of Final Refusal" from the Ministry of Intellectual Property(MOIP), which is formerly known as 'Korea Intellectual Property Office (KIPO)' can be a significant setback for any global brand. However, under the Korean Trademark Act, a final refusal is not necessarily the end of the line. The Korean legal system provides structured administrative pathways that allow applicants t.. 2026. 6. 24. How to Use KIPRIS for a Free Korean Trademark Search (Step-by-Step) Planning to launch a brand, product, or service in South Korea? Before you invest in marketing or packaging, your absolute first step must be a prior trademark search. Entering the market with a name that infringes on an existing brand can lead to costly legal disputes or forced rebranding.Fortunately, the Ministry of Intellectual Property (MOIP) of South Korea, formerly known as 'Korea Intellec.. 2026. 6. 22. 이전 1 다음