Protect What You’re Building
You’ve put time, energy, money, and probably more than a few late nights into building your business. Your name, logo, tagline, or other brand elements are part of what makes that business yours.
Let’s make sure you’re protecting them.
At Dinah Rainey Law, I help business owners navigate the federal trademark process with clear advice, straightforward pricing, and a strategy built around their business.
Trademark law can be complicated. Working with your trademark lawyer shouldn’t be.
A Trademark Application Isn’t the First Step
It’s easy to think trademark registration starts with filling out an application.
It doesn’t.
Before we file anything, I want to understand your business, what you want to protect, how you’re using it or plan to use it, and where you want your brand to go.
Then we need to find out what’s already out there.
Filing is easy. Filing strategically is the point.
That’s why my process starts with understanding your business and developing a strategy, not filling in blanks on an application.
Comprehensive Trademark Registration Package
Attorney guidance and representation throughout the federal trademark registration process—from developing your trademark strategy and evaluating potential conflicts through registration or a final decision by the USPTO.
Starting at $2,000
Here’s How It Works
First, We Build the Strategy
Before searching or filing, we’ll discuss your business, what you want to protect, how you’re using your trademark, and your long-term goals. From there, I’ll develop a strategy tailored to your business.
Then, I Do the Homework
I’ll conduct a preliminary screening and comprehensive trademark search, analyze the results, and prepare a written legal opinion explaining potential concerns and my recommendations. We’ll then discuss the findings so you can make an informed decision about moving forward.
If We’re Ready, We File
I’ll prepare your federal trademark application, including identifying the appropriate goods or services, determining the trademark classification, and reviewing your specimen when required. I’ll then file your application with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
And I Don’t Disappear After We File
I’ll monitor your application throughout the USPTO examination process, keep you informed, and explain any issues that arise. I’ll also prepare responses to Office Actions within the scope of your package.
What If the USPTO Raises a Bigger Issue?
Some Office Actions involve more complicated legal issues, such as a likelihood of confusion with an existing trademark or concerns that your trademark is merely descriptive.
If you’ve hired me for the Comprehensive Trademark Package, responses to Nonfinal Office Actions are included in your flat fee. If the USPTO issues a Final Office Action, I’ll review it and explain your options. Responses to Final Office Actions and appeals are not included in the comprehensive flat fee.
If you’re working with me on a Pay As You Go basis, we’ll discuss the issues involved, the services needed, and the applicable flat fee before moving forward.
The Comprehensive Package at a Glance
Starting at $2,000
- In-Depth Trademark Strategy Session
- Comprehensive Trademark Search
- Written Trademark Opinion Letter with Findings and Recommendations
- Attorney Review Call and Ongoing Attorney Communication
- Preparation and Filing of the Federal Trademark Application
- $350 USPTO Base Application Filing Fee for One Class
- Application Monitoring and USPTO Communications
- Responses to Office Actions Before a Final Decision
Can We Take This One Step at a Time?
Maybe you’re not ready to commit to the entire trademark process upfront. Or perhaps you’ve already filed an application and need help responding to an Office Action or handling another trademark matter.
With my Pay As You Go services, you can hire me for individual stages of the trademark process or for specific services when you need them. We’ll start with a free consultation to discuss your needs and determine how I may be able to help.
Same thoughtful approach. Just the services you need.
One Thing I Won’t Skip: The Search
I won’t file a trademark application without first conducting my own comprehensive search and analyzing the results. Two trademarks don’t have to be identical to conflict with each other.
One Stage, One Payment, at a Time
Pay for the services you need, one stage at a time. You’ll know the applicable fees before deciding whether to move forward.
In-Depth Trademark Strategy Session
$200Receive substantive trademark advice and strategy based on your business, proposed trademark, and registration goals.
If you retain Dinah Rainey Law for the Comprehensive Trademark Registration Package within 7 days, your $200 Strategy Session fee will be credited toward the package price.
Comprehensive Trademark Search & Written Opinion
$900Includes a comprehensive trademark search, a written trademark opinion letter with findings and recommendations, and an attorney review call.
Federal Trademark Application Preparation & Filing
$1,350Includes preparation of the federal trademark application for one class; identification of goods and/or services; trademark classification; review of specimens showing use of the mark; filing with the USPTO; the $350 USPTO base application filing fee for one class; application monitoring and USPTO communications.
Additional fees apply for additional classes and may apply for other USPTO filing requirements.
Office Action Response
Flat fee quoted after reviewIf the USPTO raises legal or procedural issues with your application, I will review the Office Action and provide a flat-fee quote for preparing and filing a response before you decide whether to proceed.
Intent-to-Use Post-Filing Services
Flat fee quoted before proceedingIf you are not yet using your trademark in commerce when your application is filed, additional filings are required before your trademark can register.
Before you decide whether to proceed, I will provide a flat-fee quote for the required attorney services, plus applicable USPTO fees.
Received an Office Action?
If you’ve already filed a trademark application and received an Office Action from the USPTO, I may be able to help. I can review the Office Action, explain the issues raised, and discuss your options for responding.
Schedule a Free ConsultationA Quick Word About USPTO Fees
USPTO fees are government fees, not attorney fees, and they can change.
The current base application filing fee is $350 per class. Depending on your application, additional USPTO fees may apply.
The Comprehensive Trademark Registration Package, starting at $2,000, includes the $350 USPTO base application filing fee for one class.
The $1,350 Pay As You Go application preparation and filing service also includes the $350 USPTO base application filing fee for one class. Additional fees apply for additional classes and may apply for other USPTO filing requirements.
Not Sure Which Option Is Right for You?
You don’t need to figure that out before you contact me.
You also don’t need to know trademark terminology, understand USPTO procedures, or arrive with everything perfectly organized.
That’s what I’m here for.
Tell me about your business, what you’ve built, and what you want to protect. We’ll start there.
You’ve worked hard to build your brand. Let’s talk about protecting it.
“She is always prepared, keeps me informed, and makes sure I understand what is going on.”
Joan Dockery
I also appreciate that she really listens and never makes me feel like just another client.
Testimonials reflect individual experiences in a variety of legal matters. Every matter is different, and past results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
You’ve worked hard to build your brand.
Let’s talk about protecting it.
Let’s talk about your business, your trademark goals, and how I may be able to help you protect what you’re building. Your initial consultation is free.