I just got certifited being a wedding planner and I need to start my business name. I have a name, but I want to make sure I get it trademarked so no one else can have it. What site or sites can I go to , to start this process?
2007-06-21 03:59:02 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Business & Finance ➔ Small Business
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!
2007-06-21 06:16:14 · answer #1 · answered by TM Express™ 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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