i really need serious answers please, thank you.
2007-03-29 04:14:06 · 3 answers · asked by wolvie 6 in Business & Finance ➔ Advertising & Marketing ➔ Other - Advertising & Marketing
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.
The process is fairly complicated so while you can do some preliminary research on your own, it's best to leave it to a professional company or a trademark attorney.
Hope that helps! I wish you much success & happiness in all your ventures!
2007-03-29 05:35:05 · answer #1 · answered by TM Express™ 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You file for a TM on line at the office of patents and trademarks. Just google it. It will take about 2 uears to get final approval, but you may use it and the TM until final registration. The feel is about $200.
2007-03-29 11:33:30 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
http://www.uspto.gov/main/trademarks.htm
2007-03-29 16:01:13 · answer #3 · answered by abbie 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋