What is the cheapest way to file for a trademark?
The cheapest way to trademark a name is by filing with your state. The cost varies depending on where you live and what type of business you own. If you are a corporation or LLC, you can expect to pay less than $150 in most cases, while sole proprietors and contractors can pay anywhere between $50 to $150.
How much does it cost to register a trademark?
FINAL COST TO OBTAIN A TRADEMARK REGISTRATION
Assuming that you are already using the trademark in commerce and do not need to file an intent to use application, the cost for filing a trademark is a flat fee of $650 + Gov. Filing Fees of either $225 or $275 per class of goods.
How do I register a trademark for free?
You can not register a trademark for free. However, you can establish something known as a “common law trademark” for free, simply by opening for business. The benefit of relying on common law trademark rights is that it’s free, and you don’t need to do any specific work filling out forms, etc.
Can I register a trademark without a company?
There’s no legal requirement for you to register a trademark. Using a business name can give you ‘common law’ rights, even without formally registering it.
Can I file a trademark myself?
Yes, as long as you are an American citizen or a company domiciled in the United States, you are able to file your own trademark application.
How hard is it to get a trademark?
Registering a trademark for a company name is pretty straightforward. Many businesses can file an application online in less than 90 minutes, without a lawyer’s help. The simplest way to register is on the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office’s Web site, www.uspto.gov.
Do I need a lawyer to register a trademark?
No. You do not need an attorney to file an application for registration of a trademark with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
How long does trademark last?
How long does a trademark last in the US? In the United States, a federal trademark can potentially last forever, but it has to be renewed every ten years. If the mark is still being used between the 5th and the 6th year after it was registered, then the registration can be renewed.
How long can you register a trademark for?
When you first register a trademark, the term covers 10 years. You have to use the trademark to keep it active during this time, though. Your registration will also lapse if you don’t file continuation documents before the sixth year of your initial registration period.
Do I have to trademark my logo?
You should consider registering Trademarks to protect any features that you use to identify your brand. Many businesses register a number of Trademarks, for example, one to protect their brand name, another to protect their logo and another one to protect a tagline.
What are the three types of trademark?
General Types of Trademarks
- Generic Mark.
- Suggestive Mark.
- Descriptive Mark.
- Arbitrary Mark.
- Fanciful Mark.
Can I trademark my business name?
Business names, product names, logos and labels can all be trademarks. You acquire a trademark by using your mark in commerce—in other words, using it when you conduct your business. For additional protection, you can register a trademark with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).