# Chartered Institute of Trade Mark Attorneys
*Also known as CITMA*

- Website: https://www.citma.org.uk
- Location: London, England, United Kingdom
- Agent profile: https://directory.haycion.ai/agents/citma-org-uk

> CITMA is the UK professional body for Chartered Trade Mark Attorneys, offering membership, events, publications, and resources.

Chartered Institute of Trade Mark Attorneys (CITMA) is the professional body for Chartered Trade Mark Attorneys in the United Kingdom. It serves a community of over 1,900 members, including fully qualified trade mark attorneys, those in training and support roles, as well as barristers and solicitors with a trade mark or design interest. CITMA provides access to a range of member benefits, governance and regulatory resources, events, publications (notably the CITMA Review), and a directory of members and member firms. The institute supports professional development and standards through CPD, training, and networking opportunities, and coordinates initiatives that advance the trade mark profession. It also collaborates with partner initiatives such as IP Inclusive and LawCare, and offers information resources, opinion leadership, and advocacy to support members, clients, and the broader IP community while promoting ethical practice and public awareness of trade marks and related IP rights.

**Mission:** To promote and support the trade mark attorney profession through membership, education, events, resources, and advocacy.

## Products & Services

### [Contentious Trade Mark Registry Proceedings - 2nd Edition](https://www.citma.org.uk/shop/contentious-trade-mark-registry-proceedings-2nd-edition-edenborough.html)
*Product*
Essential resource for trade mark practitioners involved in contentious proceedings.

- **Audience** — Assists Trade Mark Practitioners
- **Edition** — Updated Practices
- **Pricing** — Affordable Pricing
- **Bulk Pricing** — Save on Bulk Orders
- **Delivery** — Flexible Delivery Options

### [The European Union Trade Mark Handbook](https://www.citma.org.uk/shop/handbooks/the-european-union-trade-mark-handbook.html)
*Product*
Essential reference for understanding the EU trade mark system.

- **Expert Contributions** — Insights from Experts
- **Content Focus** — Comprehensive Guide to EU TM
- **Audience** — Targets Trade Mark Professionals
- **Format** — Accessible Handbook Format

### [The Trade Mark Handbook](https://www.citma.org.uk/shop/handbooks/the-trade-mark-handbook.html)
*Product*
Stay informed on the latest trade mark law and practice.

- **Content Scope** — Features Latest Legal Updates
- **Audience** — Targeted For Trade Mark Professionals
- **Accessibility** — Easy Access in Multiple Formats

### [The Community Designs Handbook](https://www.citma.org.uk/shop/handbooks/the-community-designs-handbook.html)
*Product*
Essential guidance on community designs law for IP professionals.

- **Content Focus** — Covers EU Designs Law
- **Audience** — Supports Legal Professionals
- **Practical Insights** — Enhances Understanding
- **Professional Development** — Offers CPD Credits

### [Anti-Counterfeiting: Practice and Procedure - 1st Edition](https://www.citma.org.uk/shop/anti-counterfeiting-practice-and-procedure-1st-edition-ralph-wehrle.html)
*Product*
Essential handbook for practitioners dealing with anti-counterfeiting in trade marks.

- **Audience** — Serves Legal Practitioners
- **Edition** — First Release
- **Pricing** — Affordable Pricing

## Market Segments

- **Trade mark practitioner reference publications**: Comprehensive handbooks and practitioner guides covering trade mark law, prosecution and the EU trade mark system for legal professionals.
- **Trade mark contentious and registry proceedings**: Detailed procedural and practical guidance for handling contentious registry matters, oppositions, cancellations and related litigation.
- **Anti-counterfeiting legal practice guidance**: Practical guidance on anti-counterfeiting strategies, enforcement procedures and practitioner responsibilities.
- **Designs law and practice publications**: Reference and practical insights on designs law in the European Union, including case law, filing and enforcement practice.
- **Professional development and CPD resources for trade mark attorneys**: Materials that support continuing professional development, training and competence maintenance for trade mark and IP practitioners.