Intellectual Property Law: Trademarks

Intellectual Property Law: Trademarks is a comprehensive guide designed to help readers grasp and navigate the evolving landscape of trademark protection in Malaysia. Thoughtfully written to align with the latest updates under the Trademarks Act 2019, the book bridges the divide between legal theory and practical implementation, making it an essential tool for professionals dealing with intellectual property.

From trademark eligibility and registration procedures to enforcement measures, criminal implications, and emerging challenges in the digital age, this volume sheds light on critical issues in a rapidly changing field. It also provides valuable insight into Malaysia’s commitments under major international treaties such as the Madrid Protocol and the Paris Convention, giving readers both domestic and international context.

More than just a legal text, the book includes practical guidance, real-world examples, and expert commentary on key Malaysian and global trademark cases. Whether you are a legal practitioner, intellectual property advisor, in-house counsel, policymaker, academic, or law student, this resource delivers both the in-depth knowledge and hands-on guidance required to stay informed and effective in the field.

Dr. A. Vijayalakshmi Venugopal is the Deputy Director of the Impact Lab on Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions and serves as the Programme Director for the PhD in Law programme at Taylor’s University School of Law and Governance, Malaysia. She earned her PhD in Law from the National University of Malaysia and holds master’s degrees in both Law and Educational Psychology from the University of Malaya.

With over two decades of experience in legal education, Dr. Vijayalakshmi has authored multiple publications in the areas of contempt of court and intellectual property. She is currently a Senior Lecturer at Taylor’s Law School, teaching subjects including Intellectual Property Law, Alternative Dispute Resolution, and Equity & Trusts. She also acts as an internal examiner for LLM theses and contributes as faculty advisor for the Lexicon legal journal and as editor-in-chief of the CRELDA journal.

Her professional involvement extends to curriculum development, programme accreditation, and faculty representation in environmental, health, and safety committees. Dr. Vijayalakshmi has supervised numerous postgraduate research projects and regularly speaks on academic writing and legal research. She is also active internationally as a guest lecturer and journal reviewer, and continues to engage in seminars, conferences, and scholarly publications dedicated to advancing legal education and practice.