Getting A Trademark - What To Expect
If you're thinking about getting a trademark but you're not sure how the process works or whether you're truly going to need one, then this guide will give you the helping hand you need.
Specifically, we're going to show you how to decide if you actually need a trademark, and you'll also learn the basic steps you need to follow in order to begin the process of getting a trademark, so let's take a closer look.
Firstly, it's a good idea to sit down and really think about whether you need a trademark yet. In general, a trademark can be considered as a way to distinguish your products or services from other companies, and you can trademark a phrase, symbol, or word if it is specifically relevant to your company. However, it's very important to ensure you're not trying to trademark something that's already been taken, so some in-depth research in this area can save you a lot of time and money later on down the road.
The next step will be to decide what kind of scope your trademark needs to have. For example, you may not need to register for an internationally approved trademark if you're just running a small business that only operates within one state. Fortunately, there's a variety of ways to register your trademark, and talking with a lawyer will go a long way towards addressing the actual requirements of your trademark, so you don't sign up for more hassle than intended.
Once you're sure about the details of your trademark it'll be time to register it with the federal government. The internet has made this process easier than ever because you can even make your application online without too much trouble at all.
Of course, you may still need to hire a trademark attorney who can give you additional advice.
Specifically, we're going to show you how to decide if you actually need a trademark, and you'll also learn the basic steps you need to follow in order to begin the process of getting a trademark, so let's take a closer look.
Firstly, it's a good idea to sit down and really think about whether you need a trademark yet. In general, a trademark can be considered as a way to distinguish your products or services from other companies, and you can trademark a phrase, symbol, or word if it is specifically relevant to your company. However, it's very important to ensure you're not trying to trademark something that's already been taken, so some in-depth research in this area can save you a lot of time and money later on down the road.
The next step will be to decide what kind of scope your trademark needs to have. For example, you may not need to register for an internationally approved trademark if you're just running a small business that only operates within one state. Fortunately, there's a variety of ways to register your trademark, and talking with a lawyer will go a long way towards addressing the actual requirements of your trademark, so you don't sign up for more hassle than intended.
Once you're sure about the details of your trademark it'll be time to register it with the federal government. The internet has made this process easier than ever because you can even make your application online without too much trouble at all.
Of course, you may still need to hire a trademark attorney who can give you additional advice.