Why Hire Me For a Comprehensive Trademark Search?
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A comprehensive trademark search is essential to ensure your brand’s success and avoid potential issues. Just like a thorough home inspection uncovers hidden problems, a comprehensive search identifies conflicts and obstacles. It uncovers similar marks, design elements, and common law usage that could hinder your trademark’s approval and protection.
Investing in a comprehensive trademark search saves you time, money, and heartache in the long run. It provides a clear picture of the potential challenges you might face when registering your trademark. By identifying these hurdles upfront, you can make informed decisions and develop strategies to overcome them.
Don’t let a low quality trademark search jeopardize your brand’s future. A comprehensive search conducted by an experienced trademark attorney is the key to securing your trademark’s success. So, what does a comprehensive trademark search and opinion letter include, and how can it benefit you?
Invest Wisely: $749 Trademark Search
My comprehensive trademark search and opinion letter identifies potential issues before you invest your money and time. It helps you overcome hurdles, save resources, and avoid heartache. For $749, I find obstacles preventing trademark use, registration, or enforcement. I provide a detailed opinion letter for your peace of mind.
A comprehensive trademark search like mine helps avoid legal issues and wasted resources, providing real value compared to basic searches. With Trademark Valet, you receive a thorough search and expert opinion from me, an experienced trademark attorney.
But watch out, because lesser services, such as “knockout searches” or “basic searches,” is just another way of saying “worthless”.
Specifically, a “basic”, “knockout”, or “direct hit” search usually misses legal nuance and likely won’t even include a legal opinion. Most online filing mills provide these deficient services by farming the work out to non-attorneys.
And many law firms are not much better. Too often they provide a simple “yes” or “no” opinion without explaining how they reached that conclusion. And like the filing mills, they very often outsource the work to cheaper, less qualified people.
“Satisfaction guarantees” or “re-filing guarantees” from online filing mills are like a faulty foundation. Fixing problems caused by a poor search costs more than investing in a thorough search initially. Rejected trademarks due to missed conflicts lead to rebranding, re-filing, and legal battles, exceeding cheap search savings.
Service Includes/Does Not Include
| $749 Service Includes |
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| My Trademark Consultation Service |
| A comprehensive trademark search |
| A formal opinion letter that includes: – Identification of potential obstacles – Strategic recommendations – Future-proofing advice |
| A follow-up consultation to discuss search results |
Should I be Your Trademark Attorney?
I should only be your trademark attorney if you think I’ll be the best choice to accomplish your long-term goals. While I offer comprehensive services based on years of experience, I am not the right fit for everyone. I’ve outlined when my expertise is beneficial and when to consider other options. This will help you decide when you should hire me and when you should not.
| You Should Consider Hiring Me if: |
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| Personalized consultation to understand your needs. |
| Expert analysis of approval likelihood and potential hurdles. |
| Prioritize low cost over thoroughness and expertise. |
| Are satisfied with a basic search that may miss issues. |
| You Should NOT Hire Me If: |
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| In-depth search of relevant databases for potential conflicts. |
| Strategic advice, detailed findings report, and professional opinion. |
| Prefer automated, generic tools over human analysis. |
| Don’t need strategic advice based on search results. |
Is a Trademark Search Right for You?
A trademark search suits you if you want to:
- Minimize rejection risk due to existing trademark conflicts.
- Invest significant resources in branding and marketing.
- Avoid legal issues and costly rebranding efforts.
- Get expert analysis on your trademark’s viability.
- Understand your trademark’s competitive landscape.
If any apply, my trademark consultations are a great starting point. However, I’m not always the right fit.
Ready to Secure Your Brand’s Future?
Are you ready to secure your brand’s future? A comprehensive trademark search is the first step toward that goal. My expertise can guide you through this crucial process, minimizing risks and maximizing opportunities.
Don’t leave your brand’s success to chance. Let’s work together to build a solid foundation for your trademark. Contact me today for your trademark consultation and let’s get started.
Faq’s
What is a comprehensive trademark search?
A comprehensive trademark search examines federal and state registrations, common law uses, and domain names for similar marks. It covers various databases, including the USPTO, state trademark registries, and business name databases. This thorough process helps identify potential conflicts before filing an application.
How much should a comprehensive trademark search cost?
Trademark search costs vary widely based on scope and provider. A basic knockout search might cost $100-$300. Depending on the attorney, a comprehensive trademark search cost can range from $500 to $2,000+. Factors affecting cost include search depth, attorney expertise, and complexity of your mark.
How long does it take for a trademark to be approved?
Trademark approval typically takes 12-18 months from filing to registration, assuming no major issues arise. The USPTO usually assigns an examining attorney within 3-4 months. This timeline can extend if office actions are issued or if oppositions are filed during the publication period.
Can I use a dead trademark?
Using a dead trademark is possible, but requires caution. “Dead” status means the mark is no longer registered, not that it’s available. Someone may still have common law rights. Conduct a thorough search to ensure the mark is truly abandoned and won’t infringe on existing rights before use.