I want to start my own label, but....?

Question

first I need to have legal papers saying that I am the owner/creater of this label. Like a patent or something. How do I go about doing this?

a clothing label

Answer 1

Go to patents.uspto.gov

you can't get any better source than the government patent office for a step by step guideline on how to submit your ideas for patent or copyright.

Answer 2

Label for what? You can register a local tradename or trademark with the state where you live for a few bucks. That will protect you on a basic level. For national protection, once the name is used on a public forum, such as a website, in advertising, etc. simply document the first time it was used and that should be enough to stand up in any court if challenged.
I am an adverising consultant andf designed logos and programs for many companies.

Answer 3

You're looking for a trademark.

To register a trademark, that's done either through your Secretary of State for a State trademark or the US Patent & Trademark Office for a Federal trademark.

If you are only conducting business in one state, then a State trademark is most appropriate. If you conduct (OR are planning to conduct) business in at least 2 states OR between the US & any other country, you can file for a Federal trademark.

Prior to investing your time, money & effort into a name, it is strongly advised that comprehensive research be conducted to ensure that the name you're interested in is truly available.

This entails searching the pending & registered Federal and State trademark files as well as the US National Common-Law files. Then, if clear, you can decide if you would like to file for a Federal or a State trademark.

Hope that helps! I wish you much success & happiness in all your ventures!