Would you like to try to do your own Trademark Search?
We hope The following information is helpful. Doing your own trademark search, while cost effective is not always a good idea. You probably do not have access to the tools you need to properly create one and why bother when you can hire a company that has been providing the best value in trademark searches since 1997? Please take a look at the info on the right side of this page for more information
A trademark search is an essential step in the trademark registration process. It helps to determine the availability of a trademark and to avoid infringing on existing trademarks. In this blog post, we will go over the basics of trademark searching and how to conduct an effective trademark search.
What is a Trademark Search?
A trademark search is a process of researching and reviewing trademarks that are already registered or pending registration. The goal of a trademark search is to determine if a proposed trademark is available for use and registration and to avoid any potential conflicts with existing trademarks.
Visit our Services Page
Why is a Trademark Search Important?
Conducting a trademark search before filing a trademark application is crucial to avoid the following:
- Infringing on existing trademarks
- Wasting time and money on a trademark application that is likely to be rejected
- Losing the ability to use the trademark
- Facing legal challenges from the owners of existing trademarks
The Trademark Search Process
- Determine the class of goods and services for which the trademark will be used
- Search the trademark databases, such as the USPTO’s database or the European Union Intellectual Property Office’s database
- Review common law trademarks, including unregistered trademarks, and state trademark databases
- Consider hiring a professional trademark search company
Tips for an Effective Trademark Search
- Use exact matches or variations of the proposed trademark
- Search for trademarks that are similar in sound, appearance, or meaning
- Search for trademarks in the same or related classes of goods and services
- Consider the context in which the trademark will be used
Visit our Services Page
Conclusion
By following the steps and tips outlined in this blog post, you can learn how to do a your own Search and increase your chances of obtaining a successful trademark registration.
In conclusion, if you’re considering filing a trademark application, it’s important to conduct a thorough trademark search to ensure the availability of your proposed trademark and avoid infringing on existing trademarks.
Please take a look at the information on the right side of this content to see why we’d love for you to consider using our services instead of a competent company like Thomson Reuters®. You’ll find we are by far the better value!
Why would some of the largest trademark lawyers in the country work with a company like Creative Trademark Services for well over 10 years, instead of the big boys at *Thomson Reuters®?
Because they know that they can depend on Creative Trademark Services to provide the highest quality trademark research services at a price far below our competent competition.
Outsourcing your trademark searches to our firm saves our clients thousands of dollars each year! It gives you an immediate staff with over 20 years experience at your fingertips. This means that your search will be crafted and reviewed by someone with 20+ years of experience researching trademarks.
Our prices are a fraction of what a competent company like *Thomson Reuters® charge! However, we use the exact same federal and state data as they do via their subscription services. Think of us as a wholesale trademark search company for your firm!
We pride ourselves on our customer service; we’re always going the extra mile for our clients. Do you need a favor late on a Friday night? Wish to discuss strategy or just need help filling out the order form? WE ARE THERE!
Also some of our clients are small legal firms that do not specialize in intellectual property. They therefore depend on our patient and friendly staff to help navigate the intricacies of the search process. Big or small, we are there to answer all of your questions, from basic to advanced. The larger companies just can’t match our personalized service.
Please consider reading the many client testimonials we feature in the right side column of our website. We are proud to have received each and every one of them.
We hope you’ll check out our services, & order a search today and/or contact us so we can answer all of your questions.
We’ll be glad to give you a free consultation and explain how we can help your company.
