clearance

Run intrinsic-bar checks and similar-marks searches for trademark clearance triage.

Updated May 26, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/yachela/claude-for-legal-ar --skill clearance-yachela
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: clearance
Source: https://github.com/yachela/claude-for-legal-ar/tree/main/ip-legal/skills/clearance
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/yachela/claude-for-legal-ar --skill clearance-yachela

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps you quickly triage whether a proposed trademark may face obvious intrinsic bars and identify potentially conflicting similar marks, without pretending to provide a definitive clearance opinion.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Trademark clearance triage (not an opinion): Flags intrinsic issues (e.g., generic, descriptive, deceptive, geographic, surname, false connection, prohibited matter, functional).
  • Similar-marks discovery: Runs an initial similar-marks search via available integrations (or clearly states that no database search ran) to surface potentially relevant registered/pending marks.
  • Likelihood-of-confusion factor flagging: Applies a jurisdiction-appropriate confusion framework (US/EU/Argentina) and flags factors for attorney review rather than concluding the outcome.
  • Attorney-ready outputs and next steps: Produces a structured memo with guardrails, a confusion conclusion that does not decide, and concrete recommended follow-ups.

Quick Start

Use the /ip-legal:clearance command with the proposed mark and goods/services plus the jurisdictions (for example, /ip-legal:clearance "APEXLEAF for an outdoor apparel line, planned launch US + EU") to generate a first-pass triage memo.

Frequently Asked Questions about clearance

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I run a trademark clearance triage before filing?

Trademark clearance triage requires evaluating intrinsic bars and similar marks before filing. This process flags generic, descriptive, or deceptive issues and identifies potential conflicts without providing a definitive legal clearance opinion.

What is a knockout search for trademark registration?

A knockout search is an initial screening process for proposed marks. It checks for obvious intrinsic bars and similar registered or pending marks to assess pre-search risk before investing in formal attorney review or filing.

How do I check likelihood of confusion factors for a proposed trademark?

Checking likelihood of confusion factors involves applying a jurisdiction-appropriate framework like US or EU standards. The triage flags relevant confusion factors for attorney review rather than concluding the outcome.

Can I get a definitive trademark clearance opinion from an automated triage?

No, automated triage enforces a strict no-clearance-opinion guardrail. It produces a structured memo flagging intrinsic issues and confusion factors for attorney review, providing recommended follow-ups rather than definitive legal conclusions.

What do I need to run jurisdictional trademark analysis for US and EU markets?

Jurisdictional trademark analysis requires intake of the proposed mark, goods or services, and ideally classes and jurisdictions. The triage applies the appropriate confusion framework based on the specified US, EU, or Argentina scopes.

When should I use trademark clearance triage instead of a full attorney search?

Use clearance triage as a first-pass risk assessment before investing in attorney review. It surfaces potentially conflicting similar marks and intrinsic bars early, helping you decide if a proposed mark warrants formal registration investment.