A trademark is a distinctive symbol or a series of words that represents a company or its products or services. No other organization can use this symbol or words after registration, provided it’s in use, the correct paperwork is in place, and fees are paid.
In comparison to patents, trademark registration is permanent. However, companies in the US must apply for and obtain confirmation of ownership from the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) for protection against imitators.
Trademarks are important because, over time, they become synonymous with the company. The popularity of a trademark reflects the company's fame. Brandip is your trusted trademark service provider.
Brandip's trademark search and application service focus on providing high-quality legal services at an affordable price. We don't cut corners when it comes to providing our service because we use industry-leading trademark search tools and techniques and rely on the expertise of trademark attorneys.
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If you are already using your trademark, we recommend filing an 'in use' application. Your 'in use' submissions will be reviewed. Please note that changing your application to 'in use' later in the application process will incur a $200 fee.
The filing fee is per class. We will attempt to file your application at the reduced fee of $250 in one class. If we cannot file the application at the reduced fee, we will notify you. If more than one class is required, we will notify you. You will be asked to confirm whether you still wish to file your application in all identified classes or make edits to file the application in a single class.
Registering a trademark provides legal protection for your brand, preventing others from using a similar name or logo. It helps establish your brand's identity and can increase its value over time.
Yes, you can register both a logo and a name as a combined trademark. Alternatively, you can register them separately to ensure broader protection.
A trademark protects brand names, logos, and slogans, while copyright protects original works of authorship like books, music, and art. Trademarks identify and distinguish the source of goods or services, whereas copyrights protect creative expressions.
Yes, you can use the ™ symbol to indicate that you are claiming rights to a trademark, even if it is not yet registered. Once your trademark is officially registered, you can use the ® symbol.