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Trademark Registration for Tech Companies

Your Brand Is Not Protected Until It Is Registered

Federal trademark search, filing, monitoring, and enforcement — handled by an attorney who actually knows tech and innovation.

Search. File. Protect.

USPTO Registered Attorney  ·  Every filing reviewed and signed by a licensed U.S. attorney  ·  No paralegal mills  ·  No DIY templates

How It Works

Three Steps to a Protected Brand

01

Search

We clear your mark before you build on it

02

File

Federal registration drafted and submitted correctly the first time

03

Monitor

We watch for infringers so you do not have to

Transparent Pricing

Flat-Fee Trademark Services — No Surprises

USPTO filing fees are set by the USPTO and are subject to change.

ILKAYlaw (Attorney-Led)DIY PlatformFiling Solo
Comprehensive Search✓ Attorney-conductedLimited/automatedSelf-research
Attorney Review of Filing✓ Yes✗ No✗ No
USPTO Submission✓ Attorney-signedAutomatedManual
Office Action Response✓ Included/quotedExtra costOn your own
Monitoring After Filing✓ AvailableAdd-on feeNone
Attorney-Client Privilege✓ Yes✗ No✗ No

Attorney-Led Trademark Registration

What Clients Say

"Filed our trademark in under a week. Dan handled the whole process and kept us updated at every step. USPTO approved it without a single Office Action."

— Chris M., Founder, Tech Startup

"We'd been putting off trademark registration for two years. Dan made it simple — one intake form, one call, done. Worth every dollar."

— Priya S., CEO, SaaS Company

"Got a cease-and-desist from a competitor. Dan had us respond within 24 hours with a counter-position that made the whole thing go away."

— Taylor W., Founder, E-Commerce Brand
Serving clients across the U.S.
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Common Questions

Trademark FAQ

How long does the trademark process take?

The USPTO typically takes 8–12 months to review a straightforward application. If there are no conflicts and no Office Actions, registration can be finalized within that window. The filing itself happens within days of your brief being submitted.

What happens if my mark is rejected by the USPTO?

The USPTO issues an Office Action explaining the grounds for refusal — common reasons include likelihood of confusion with an existing mark or descriptiveness. Dan reviews each Office Action and prepares a substantive written response arguing for registration. Many refusals are overcome with a well-crafted response.

Do I really need an attorney to file a trademark?

You don't — but mistakes in the application are common and can be costly. Misclassifying goods and services, filing under the wrong basis, or missing a conflict in the search are problems that lead to rejection or weak protection. Attorney-filed applications have significantly higher approval rates.

What is the difference between TM and the registered ® symbol?

TM can be used on any mark you claim as your trademark, even before registration. The ® symbol can only be used after the USPTO grants federal registration. Using ® before registration is a federal violation.

Can I trademark a name that already exists in a different industry?

Possibly. Trademark protection is tied to specific goods and services, so the same word can be registered by different parties in unrelated fields. Whether there is a conflict depends on how similar the marks are and how related the goods and services are — which is exactly what a clearance search is designed to assess.

How much does it cost all-in?

The total includes Dan's flat attorney fee plus USPTO filing fees, which are set by the government and currently range from $250–$350 per class of goods or services. Contact Dan for a specific quote based on your mark and the number of classes you need to cover.

How long does trademark registration last?

A federal trademark registration is valid for 10 years and can be renewed indefinitely, as long as the mark is still in use and maintenance filings are submitted on time. Dan tracks renewal deadlines for active clients.

Ready to Protect Your Brand?

Attorney-led trademark registration. Filed correctly the first time.

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