clearance

Run TMA 1994 s.3 knockout checks and similar-mark factor analysis for trade mark clearance triage.

9|Updated May 18, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/uk-agents/uk-legal-plugins --skill clearance-uk-agents
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: clearance
Source: https://github.com/uk-agents/uk-legal-plugins/tree/main/ip-legal-uk/skills/clearance
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/uk-agents/uk-legal-plugins --skill clearance-uk-agents

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

It helps you quickly triage proposed trade marks for obvious absolute-bar issues and potential similar-mark conflicts so you know what needs deeper professional searching before you invest or file.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Absolute-bar knockout check: Flags likely TMA 1994 s.3 issues (e.g., generic/descriptive/non-distinctive, deceptive, geographic, surname, prohibited, and functional).
  • Similar-mark factor framing: Checks against available connected registries/sources and structures likelihood-of-confusion factors for attorney review without concluding.
  • Clear next steps and gating: Produces a work-product triage memo with recommended next steps and a non-lawyer gate to route to a solicitor or Registered Trade Mark Attorney.

Quick Start

Run /ip-legal-uk:clearance with the proposed mark, the goods or services, the intended jurisdictions, and any stylization so you receive an absolute-bar and similarity-risk triage.

Frequently Asked Questions about clearance

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I triage a proposed trade mark for obvious registration risks before filing?▼

Trade mark triage flags potential absolute-bar issues under TMA 1994 s.3 and structures likelihood-of-confusion factors for attorney review, producing a gated memo with recommended next steps without concluding availability.

What is a trade mark clearance first-pass and when do I need one?▼

A trade mark clearance first-pass is an early risk assessment checking intrinsic knockout issues and similar marks to determine if deeper professional searching is warranted before you invest or file.

How do I check my proposed mark for TMA 1994 s.3 absolute grounds refusal?▼

To check TMA 1994 s.3 absolute grounds, provide your mark, goods/services, classes, and jurisdictions to receive a knockout analysis flagging descriptive, generic, deceptive, or non-distinctive risks.

Can I get a definitive trade mark clearance opinion from an automated triage?▼

No, automated trade mark triage never issues a clearance opinion; it frames likelihood-of-confusion factors and provides a non-lawyer gate routing you to a solicitor or Registered Trade Mark Attorney for final availability conclusions.

What information do I need to provide for a similar marks search and likelihood of confusion analysis?▼

You need to provide the proposed mark, the goods or services, intended jurisdictions, classes, and any stylization details to run a structured similar-marks search and likelihood-of-confusion factor analysis.

What are the limitations of using automated trade mark clearance for UK IPO registration?▼

Automated trade mark clearance is limited to early risk triage and cannot conclude availability; it produces an attorney-review memo with sources searched or explicit scope limits, requiring a full professional search before filing.