http://www.avvo.com/legal-answers-search/trademark-application.html Avvo.com - Trademark Application Legal Guides http://www.avvo.com/legal-guides/ugc/how-to-care-and-love-for-your-trademark-once-its-born Entrepreneurs often have a mindset like a bear trap when it comes to trademarks. Yet they often overlook the steps to "care and love" for their trademark after it is registered. And failing to tend to a registration can cost them their rights and competitive advantage. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 16:10:08 PST http://www.avvo.com/legal-guides/ugc/how-to-register-a-trademark Trademark registration with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is essential to anyone seeking national or international protection for a trademark, company name, slogan, logo, design, or other element of branding. This guide is an overview of registration with the USPTO. Thu, 29 Oct 2009 11:50:27 PDT http://www.avvo.com/legal-guides/ugc/how-to-select-a-trademark-and-file-for-federal-registration The term "trademark "usually means a word or phrase that identifies goods or services. Technically, a trademark identifies goods, while a servicemark designates a service. Also, marks may be a symbol, color or even a sound. Before choosing a mark, a few preliminary steps might prevent a headache. Thu, 29 Oct 2009 13:31:42 PDT http://www.avvo.com/legal-guides/ugc/the-complete-guide-to-getting-and-maintaining-a-registered-trademark Are you interested in registering your trademark or service mark? Want to know a little about how the process works? Here is an overview of the registration process, from the initial search and application through allowance, registration, and post-registration procedures. Thu, 10 Sep 2009 12:23:22 PDT http://www.avvo.com/legal-guides/ugc/what-to-do-prior-to-contacting-a-trademark-attorney-to-save-costs Things that can be done prior to contacting your trademark attorney that can help your trademark attorney advice you about the use of the mark Fri, 28 Aug 2009 09:48:17 PDT http://www.avvo.com/legal-guides/ugc/the-trademark-process This Guide outlines the steps required to file for and obtain a federally registered trademark in the United States. Fri, 07 Aug 2009 10:50:37 PDT http://www.avvo.com/legal-guides/ugc/us-trademark-registrations-filing-basis A federal trademark or service mark application may be made on either an "Intent to Use" or "Actual Use" basis. If one has not yet used the mark in commerce, filing on an "Intent to Use" basis can be advantageous since one can file immediately but not be required to prove use until later. Tue, 07 Jul 2009 15:03:35 PDT http://www.avvo.com/legal-guides/ugc/tips-for-effectively-using-your-trademarks Trademarks are powerful tools worth protecting. They allow you to distinguish yourself from your competitors. They allow your customers to recognize your goods and services in the marketplace. If used consistently and correctly, your trademarks can be among your business’ most valuable asset. Thu, 03 Sep 2009 16:45:05 PDT http://www.avvo.com/legal-guides/ugc/should-i-register-my-companys-trademark Nearly every business has a trademark, but few know what a trademark is. Even fewer take the steps necessary to protect what for many companies is their most valuable asset. A little insight may help you choose between "good" and "bad" trademarks, and steer you clear of costly lawsuits. Thu, 21 May 2009 16:44:43 PDT http://www.avvo.com/legal-guides/ugc/before-you-visit-your-trademark-attorney There are many requirements for completing a trademark application properly. If you follow the below steps, you will please your trademark attorney and make your trademark application much smoother. You can find the following steps on www.uspto.gov Thu, 21 May 2009 16:44:26 PDT