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Trademark Attorney Des Moines, IA

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This discovery session gets you concrete legal advice on when and how to apply for a trademark and also includes a manual preliminary knockout search to identify identical or nearly identical hits, which gives you an idea if your proposed word mark (names or phrases) or design mark (typically logos) will be problematic.

We discuss your brand and business trajectory; where are you now, where you want to go, and how we can get you there. You’ll also get a general trademark education, and by the end, you will understand the basics of what is and is not material you can trademark, the nuances of trademark law as it relates to “creative” versus generic names and phrases, and visual appearances. We will discuss how obtaining a trademark applies to your business, answer any questions regarding the strategic timing of obtaining a trademark, answer any questions specific to your business and determine if a trademark is right for you.

Should you decide to move forward with a trademark application with us within 7 days of your session, this fee is applied to your Package pricing.

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Trademark Attorney Servicing Des Moines, IA: Helping Business Owners Protect Their Brand and Intellectual Property

You have put time, effort, and money into building your business- don’t give someone a chance to take it from you! Branding is a significant part of any company, and without it, things can fall apart. Trademarking your branding is essential to protect your intellectual property and keep your image how you want it.

You are not alone if you have never thought much about trademarking. A surprising number of Des Moines businesses have not registered their businesses, but in an increasingly competitive world, taking that kind of risk is just not worth it.

Grabbe Law helps Des Moines business owners understand and manage the trademarking process, advising on the best path to take and how to secure their branding to support their future goals. Contact the team now to get started.

How Does Trademark Law Work for Businesses in Des Moines, Iowa?

The point of a trademark is to establish a unique, original mark that identifies your brand. That includes the name, slogan, logo, and other personalized imagery or sounds connected to your company. You do not have to trademark your branding to open a business in Des Moines, but it helps give it credibility and security.

According to Iowa laws, you can apply for registration through the Iowa Secretary of State- or the United States Patent and Trademark Office. If you opt for state registration, your coverage is restricted to Iowa alone, whereas federal trademarking offers country-wide branding protection. Applying through USPTO can be more complicated, restrictive, and time-consuming- but we are here to help.

It helps to have a trained trademark attorney to guide you through the application. Several requirements and information requests must be filled out correctly to give you a better chance of having the trademark approved.

What Can You Trademark?

To summarize, you can trademark anything that identifies your brand- as long as it is original, unique, and you have the relevant permissions. That includes your company name, logo, and anything else you use for your unique branding.

There are restrictions regarding what is and is not allowed. These include misleading information or anything insinuating a connection to a person or institution that is not genuine. The most important rule is that it cannot be used or trademarked by someone else. Even something that is deceptively similar could cause an issue.

What Could Happen If You Don’t Apply for a Trademark?

No laws force Des Moines business owners to have a trademark, but legal professionals strongly advise you to do it. Otherwise, you open yourself to unnecessary risks, specifically, somebody else taking and using your branding for their gain.

This can damage or confuse your company’s image- and lead to you losing out on business. Worst-case scenario- somebody sees your branding, claims it as their own, and trademarks it before you do- meaning you can no longer use it.

We don’t want that to happen, so we provide fast, tailored, and dedicated services to every client.

Why Grabbe Law: Is This the Des Moines Trademark Attorney for You?

If you want to work with a trademark attorney interested in your priorities and helping you reach your goals, Grabbe Law is the team to turn to. Head attorney, Julie Grabbe, has two decades of experience working with businesses of all shapes and sizes to help them secure, protect, and defend their intellectual property and the work they put into building their brands.

Grabbe Law starts with a quick 15-minute discovery session to establish whether or not your mark is eligible- or if it is likely to come up against dispute. From there, we work with you to apply for the relevant trademark with the correct paperwork and best description, enhancing your chances of getting your trademark approved.

Let Us Help You Give Your Brand the Security It Deserves

In business, it is best to leave nothing to chance. Why risk your branding’s security when our trademark attorneys servicing Des Moines, IA, are ready to help you register your brand and make it official? Even for small businesses, it is more important now than ever!

Speak to Grabbe Law today for a personalized, in-depth review of your brand’s standing and eligibility for trademarking in Iowa. Our 15-minute discovery session is set up to get every business on the right path- and to assess what choices are best based on your projections and priorities for your company’s future.

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SERVICE INCLUDES

15 minute Trademark Discovery Session call with complementary knockout search

Comprehensive federal, state,&common law clearance search (+ 1 if initial search is problematic).

Detailed Search Clearance Report

Full legal analysis letter on filing risks and likelihood of rejection/challenges

One Trademark Application in one class, USPTO filing fee included with discounts on attorney fees for additional classes

Ongoing communications with USPTO throughout the pendency of your application

Unlimited scheduled attorney calls with during the pendency of your application

All attorney fees and USPTO filing fees for Statements of Use

Unlimited email access to the Trademark team throughout your trademark process

Unlimited federal Trademark database monitoring during pendency of application

Unlimited Procedural and Substantive Office Action Responses

Post-Registration instructions on Trademark use and maintenance

*Please note our package does NOT include USPTO fees or attorney fees for filing additional paperwork in the event unexpected issues arise during the pendency of your trademark application. This includes, but is not limited to filing Assignability documents, Letters of Protest, Extensions of Time, Opposition litigation and/or Petitions for Revivals. We do not include them with every application as they may not be necessary for every application. Should you require any of these documents, we will advise of the USPTO fee and anticipated legal flat fee and allow you to make the business decision on how to move forward.

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TRADEMARKS

This session is designed for you to get the legal education and advice you need to move forward. It is intended to be a stand-alone legal business strategy session.

Should you desire to retain Julie for further business legal services,

the $100 strategy session fee will be applied to your flat fees.

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Trademark Subscription

You’ve got your Registration, CONGRATULATIONS!

Now protect it by engaging our watch services, Trademark monitoring, and monthly reports. Our watch services and trademark monitoring combs the federal and global trademark database of 190 countries and for registered domains for potentially conflicting marks in all classes.

We can notify you before marks get to publication and allow you to have the opportunity to oppose those that might be problematic. Each month you will receive a customized report as well as recommendations for further action. We offer three levels of extremely affordable protection, based on your needs as a business owner. Discounts are offered for multiple marks.