Anti-Counterfeit
At Rights and Counsel, we protect brands, products, and innovations from the damaging effects of counterfeiting and piracy. In today’s competitive market, counterfeit goods not only dilute your brand’s value but also pose legal, financial, and reputational risks. Our anti-counterfeiting team offers proactive, strategic, and multi-jurisdictional enforcement solutions to safeguard your intellectual property.
Our Commitment
We are committed to defending our clients against the threat of counterfeit trade by offering aggressive and intelligent enforcement strategies. Whether you’re a multinational corporation or a growing enterprise, our goal is to eliminate infringing activities, prevent recurrence, and uphold the integrity of your brand in every market.
Expert Services
- Market Surveillance & Intelligence Gathering
We monitor physical and digital marketplaces to identify counterfeit products, trace their source, and map the supply chain. Our team works closely with investigators and industry partners to gather actionable intelligence. - Cease & Desist Campaigns
We issue and manage cease and desist notices to infringers, helping deter unlawful activities and open the door for amicable or pre-litigation resolutions when appropriate. - Customs Recordation & Border Enforcement
We assist in registering IP rights with customs authorities in Pakistan and abroad, enabling officials to detect and seize counterfeit goods at entry and exit points. - Civil & Criminal Enforcement Actions
From injunctions and damages claims to raids and prosecutions, we initiate legal action through courts and relevant law enforcement agencies to combat large-scale counterfeiting operations. - E-Commerce Platform Takedowns
We help clients enforce IP rights online by filing complaints and takedown requests against counterfeit listings on e-commerce and social media platforms.
Ongoing Support
- IP Watch Services
We offer ongoing monitoring services to detect potential infringements early, including trademark watch, domain monitoring, and online surveillance. - Infringement Risk Assessments
Our team advises on areas of vulnerability within your IP portfolio and business model, helping you prepare and respond to counterfeit threats more effectively. - Collaboration with Authorities
We coordinate with customs, police, and regulatory agencies to ensure seamless and timely intervention during enforcement activities.
Enforcement and Defense
- Litigation & Legal Proceedings
We prosecute infringers through civil suits and criminal complaints, leveraging local and international laws to achieve meaningful results, including damages, injunctions, and destruction of counterfeit stock. - Training & Capacity Building
We offer training workshops for customs, police, and in-house teams to improve detection and handling of counterfeit cases. - Strategic Dispute Resolution
When appropriate, we engage in negotiations, settlements, and mediation to stop infringing activities without prolonged litigation—balancing legal strength with business efficiency.