Counterfeit trademarks, copied designs and unauthorised online use of works damage revenue and reputation directly. 7S Law lawyers assess the infringement, gather evidence and choose the right remedy: cease-and-desist letters, administrative action, takedowns on digital platforms or court proceedings for damages.

1. Who this service is for

a) Trademark owners: facing counterfeit or confusingly similar marks in the market or on e-commerce platforms.

b) Owners of designs and patents: whose products are being copied by competitors.

c) Copyright owners: whose software, images or digital content are used without authorisation.

d) Companies accused of infringement: that need a risk assessment and a response to warning letters or enforcement requests.

2. Scope of work

a) Infringement assessment: comparing the registered rights and their scope with the suspected products or acts; requesting IP assessment when needed.

b) Gathering and preserving evidence: test purchases, bailiff records and preservation of online evidence.

c) Cease-and-desist and negotiation: drafting and sending demand letters, negotiating compensation and undertakings.

d) Administrative enforcement: petitions to and work with market surveillance, inspectorates, customs and digital platforms.

e) Civil litigation: representing the client in lawsuits for cessation, damages and provisional emergency measures.

The following are quoted separately when required: IP assessment fees, bailiff fees, court fees and travel outside the service area.

See also: Trademark registration, Industrial design registration, Copyright registration.

3. Process

Step 1. Case intake: 7S Law lawyers receive the registration certificates, details of the suspected acts and the client's objectives

Step 2. Assessment and options: 7S Law assesses the likelihood of infringement and the evidence needed, and proposes remedies and estimated costs

Step 3. Evidence: 7S Law arranges test purchases and bailiff records and requests IP assessment when needed

Step 4. Action: 7S Law sends warning letters, files enforcement petitions or commences proceedings as agreed

Step 5. Follow-through: 7S Law represents the client before authorities and courts and reports the outcome

4. Timeline and deliverables

Warning letters are usually sent within 3 to 5 working days once the evidence is complete. Administrative and court timelines depend on the competent authority and the nature of the case.

Note: actual timelines may change if the authority requests supplements or amendments, if documents are provided late or incomplete, or if procedures or laws change.

Deliverables: the infringement assessment, the evidence file, warning letters, enforcement petitions or court filings and the enforcement outcome.

5. Service fees

Fees are quoted separately according to the scope of each matter, based on the following factors:

Note: Service fees exclude 8% VAT, government fees, translation, certification, consular legalisation and travel expenses. The exact fee is confirmed in a fee proposal before work begins.

For a tailored fee proposal, please call +84 877 523 888 or email lienhe@7slaw.vn.

6. Information we need from you

IP registration certificates or copyright certificates; photographs, links, invoices and samples of infringing products; details of the suspected infringer; estimated losses and desired outcome.

7. Legal basis

This service is provided on the basis of the following legal instruments:

a) Law on Intellectual Property No. 50/2005/QH11, as amended, most recently by Law No. 131/2025/QH15 dated 10 December 2025, effective from 1 April 2026

b) Decree No. 65/2023/ND-CP dated 23 August 2023 on industrial property, as amended by Decree No. 100/2026/ND-CP dated 31 March 2026

c) Decree No. 99/2013/ND-CP dated 29 August 2013 on administrative sanctions for industrial property violations, as amended, most recently by Decree No. 186/2026/ND-CP dated 26 May 2026, effective from 15 July 2026

d) Decree No. 341/2025/ND-CP dated 26 December 2025 on administrative sanctions for copyright and related rights violations, effective from 15 February 2026

e) Civil Procedure Code No. 92/2015/QH13, as amended

8. About 7S Law

Legal services are provided by CÔNG TY LUẬT TNHH 7S (7S Law Firm), Certificate of Registration of Operation No. 01022306/TP/ĐKHĐ. 7S Law has offices in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, works in Vietnamese and English, and serves Vietnamese companies, foreign-invested enterprises and individuals.

9. Frequently asked questions

a) Can I take action without a registration certificate?

For trademarks, designs and patents, rights arise only upon registration, except for well-known marks. For copyright, rights arise upon creation, but evidence of ownership is needed.

b) Administrative action or a lawsuit?

Administrative action is fast and suited to stopping the infringement and seizing goods. A lawsuit suits clients seeking damages. 7S Law recommends a route based on the objectives and the evidence.

c) How are infringing listings on e-commerce platforms handled?

The amended Law on Intellectual Property 2025 strengthens the responsibility of digital platforms and intermediary service providers. 7S Law sends takedown requests with proof of rights and works with authorities when needed.

d) What are the maximum administrative fines?

Fines depend on the act and the value of the infringing goods under Decree No. 99/2013/ND-CP as amended, most recently by Decree No. 186/2026/ND-CP. Infringers may also face remedial measures such as destruction of goods or domain name recovery.

10. Contact 7S Law

CÔNG TY LUẬT TNHH 7S (7S Law Firm)
Address: Floors 1-2, Lot E2, Mac Thai To Street, Yen Hoa Ward, Hanoi, Vietnam
Ho Chi Minh City office: 18th Floor, TNR Tower, 180 Nguyen Cong Tru Street, Ben Thanh Ward, Ho Chi Minh City
Hotline: +84 877 523 888 | Email: lienhe@7slaw.vn
Send us your request via the contact page.