how do I trademark a name and a tag line?

Answer 1

You can file it online with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office:

http://www.uspto.gov/

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Answer 2

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!

Answer 3

First, register it in your home State. Go to the County Courthouse nearest you and ask for the Clerk's office. Tell them what you want and they'll take care of you.

Next, if you want to go nationwide, you may need the services of a Trademark attorney. Look in the phone book, or contact the local bar association for references. They do not come cheap - estimate that you will be charged about $1000.00.

You could do it yourself, by googling "USPTO" for information.