Trademark Attorney Services

Establish, Uphold, and Defend your Legal Trademark.

At Transcendent Law Group, our trademark attorneys understand that protecting your brand is paramount. A trademark is more than just a logo or name—it’s the foundation of your brand’s identity and a critical asset for your business. Registering your trademarks protects your business investment and ensures customers can identify your genuine goods and services. With the guidance of our skilled trademark law firm, you can safeguard your brand and focus on growing your business.

Trademark Law Services Overview

Comprehensive Trademark Name Search: Sometimes known as a clearance search or “knock out” search, we thoroughly search state, federal, and international records to confirm your trademark’s availability and prevent legal risks.
Trademark Application Registration: Our attorneys draft and file United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) applications, ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.
Response to USPTO Office Actions: We handle substantive and non-substantive responses to resolve any issues with your application.
Trademark Renewals: We manage your renewal process, keeping your trademarks valid and protected.
Trademark Enforcement: Our attorneys have extensive experience defending your rights in the marketplace whether through cease and desist demands or injunctions.
Licensing Negotiation: We can help you negotiate license agreements, turning your trademark into a revenue generator.
Additional Services: Filing extensions, recommending proper specimens of use, and maintaining compliance with USPTO standards.

Partner with Transcendent Law Group to establish, uphold, and defend your trademarks effectively. Contact us today to get started.

Why Does My Business Need a Trademark?

A trademark is essential for establishing and protecting your brand identity. It’s a word, phrase, logo, or other design that identifies your company’s goods or services. By registering your company’s name and trademarks with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), you formally establish your organization as a recognized legal entity. A trademark protects your vested interests and future income by preventing others from copying your business or infringing on your creative rights.

With the assistance of our experienced trademark attorneys, you can confidently establish, uphold, and defend your trademark claim.

What Does a Trademark Protect?

A trademark safeguards your brand by preventing others from using a name, logo, or design similar to yours that could cause confusion among customers. It ensures your business stands out in a competitive marketplace and protects your reputation by ensuring customers can easily identify your goods or services. Registered trademarks provide legal recourse against infringement and give you exclusive rights to your mark within your industry.

For example, the blockbuster Barbie Movie shined a light on Mattel’s trademarks. With the release of the movie, they were able to trademark phrases used in the script, further protecting their brand.

How Long Does a Trademark Last?

Trademarks often last 10 years but they can last indefinitely as long as they are properly maintained. To keep your trademark registration valid, you must continually renew your trademark. As a trademark law firm, our team ensures your trademarks are kept current, registered, and protected by managing the renewal process and meeting all deadlines.

When Do You Need a Trademark Attorney?

Working with a trademark attorney is invaluable at any stage of the trademark process. From conducting a comprehensive trademark search to ensure your mark’s uniqueness to navigating the complex USPTO application process, our team is here to help.

A trademark attorney ensures your application is complete and accurate, reducing the risk of delays or denials. If you face legal challenges, we’re prepared to defend your trademark rights and assist with enforcement actions.

Steps in Registering a Trademark

Conduct a Trademark Search: Before applying, it’s essential for your trademark attorney to perform a comprehensive search of state, federal, and international records. This ensures your desired name or logo is not already in use. Our attorneys will help you make informed decisions and avoid potential legal disputes.
Draft and Submit Your Application: Our attorneys prepare and file your application with the USPTO, ensuring it meets all legal requirements and includes suitable specimens of use.
Respond to Office Actions: If the USPTO raises any issues with your application, we will handle both substantive and non-substantive responses to resolve them effectively.
Monitor and Maintain Your Trademark: Once your trademark is registered, we’ll track renewal deadlines, file necessary documentation, and ensure it remains valid and protected.

Our Legal Trademark Services

At Transcendent Law Group, we offer a full suite of legal trademark services, including the following.

Comprehensive Trademark Name Search

Our first step is to perform a thorough search of state, federal, and international records for your name and mark to ensure that it is available. As your trademark lawyer, we will ensure that you don’t unintentionally copy someone else and expose yourself to lawsuit risk.

Making a well-informed decision is better than wasting time and effort on a trademark application that may be denied. As trademark attorneys, we will ensure that your mark is sufficiently unique and difficult to confuse with another registered mark before spending money on your application.

Trademark Application Registration

To obtain a trademark, we will help you submit an application to the USPTO for review. After being approved, you and the USPTO keep the trademark up to date through registration.

Registering your trademark makes the public aware of your ownership claim. This lessens the possibility of someone else utilizing your mark. This helps to avoid the trouble of tracking down infringers and enforcing the mark.

Trademark Renewals

To maintain the validity of your registration, you must periodically submit specimens and pay renewal costs. Keeping track of the renewal process can be challenging, and it’s easy to forget deadlines. As a trademark law firm, you can turn to us for assistance with managing your intellectual property and ensuring that your trademarks are kept current, registered, and safeguarded.

Additional Trademark Attorney Services Include

Preparing and filing U.S. trademark applications
Substantive and non-substantive response to U.S. trademark office actions
Filing extension of time to submit an allegation of use of trademarks.
Recommendations for proper specimens of use.
Preparing and filing Section 8 or Section 9 renewal of U.S. trademark registration.

By partnering with us, you’ll have the confidence that your brand is protected every step of the way. Contact Transcendent Law Group today to discuss your trademark needs and secure your business’s future.

Frequently Asked Questions About Trademark Law

What services does a trademark law firm provide?

Our trademark law firm offers services including comprehensive trademark name searches, trademark application registration with the USPTO, responding to office actions, trademark renewals, and enforcement of trademark rights.

Do I need a trademark attorney to register my trademark?

While it’s not legally required for a US based company, working with a trademark attorney significantly increases the likelihood of success. Attorneys ensure your application is accurate, complete, and compliant with USPTO requirements, reducing the risk of delays or denials (nearly half of all trademark applications are rejected; almost 1 in 5 applications fail during a first office action).

How long does it take to register a trademark?

Trademark registration typically takes 8-12 months, depending on the complexity of your application and any issues raised by the USPTO. A trademark attorney can help streamline this process and address potential challenges.

Can a trademark attorney help with trademark enforcement actions?

Yes, trademark attorneys provide legal assistance to protect your rights. They help enforce your trademark by handling infringement claims, cease-and-desist letters, and, if necessary, litigation.

How long does a registered trademark last, and how can I keep it valid?

A registered trademark lasts 10 years but can be renewed indefinitely. Regular maintenance, including submitting renewal filings (which are due before the 10-year expiration) and complying with USPTO requirements, is essential. Trademark attorneys can manage these renewals to keep your trademark valid.

How do I know if my trademark is unique?

A comprehensive trademark name search, conducted by a trademark law firm, checks state, federal, and international records to ensure your desired name or logo is unique and avoids legal conflicts.

How much does it cost to register a trademark?

Costs vary depending on the number of classes of goods or services and USPTO fees. Our trademark law firm provides upfront clarity on costs, including flat fee arrangements, and helps avoid unnecessary expenses by ensuring your application is accurate.

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Transcendent Law Group serves the Gulf South Region (Louisiana and Texas) providing legal expertise in litigation, education, and as the outside general counsel for small to medium-sized companies with flexible billing arrangements.