Colorado and Federal Trademark, Copyright, and Licensing
I believe that your intellectual property (including business and product names, artwork, business materials, websites, tag lines, logos and software) needs the best available protection. That protection can take the form of trademarks, copyrights, contractual relationships, confidentiality/ non-disclosure and/or license agreements. The process of negotiation and/or registration can be lengthy and rife with bureaucracy.
Application Process
I focus on federal registration before the US Patent and Trademark Office (PTO) to protect your business and product names, taglines and logos nationally. Without federal trademark registration, your rights can be limited and potentially compromised. This can create problems when disputes arise. Copyright registration prior to a dispute can be invaluable in reaching a resolution and achieving the best remedies including recovery of damages and attorneys fees and costs.
The initial application process seems deceptively easy, especially when filling out an online form. However, there are pitfalls. The federal trademark registration process can take two years to complete and many factors can complicate it. You should hire an experienced attorney to help you with the finer details, to draft the application and to secure the protection you need.
Trademark Search
Clearance searches are important prior to using and/or registering a trademark (for goods) or a service mark (for services). The last thing you want is to move forward with a name only to receive a cease and desist letter or find you cannot register it. Descriptive terms which are similar to existing marks can pose problems. You want to select a mark which is available for use and capable of registration and protection. You can rely on Liza Meyers LLC to monitor the process from the trademark search to the registration and renewal of your trademark. I will also communicate any progress to you on an ongoing basis.
Securing Approval
Because of the volume of applications and shifting political tides at the US Patent and Trademark Office (PTO), applications are more easily rejected. A legal advocate on your side can increase your chances for approval. I can also serve as an ongoing resource throughout the duration of your registration and renewal. Deadlines need to be met to keep the mark in force. I have thorough knowledge of the rules and process and will handle your case with strict attention to detail.
For more information on filing a federal registration for a trademark or copyright or to schedule an appointment, please contact me.
Liza Meyers LLC
9948 East Maplewood Avenue
Third Floor
Englewood, CO 80111
(303) 757-6488
Liza Meyers LLC serves clients throughout Colorado, including Denver, Englewood, Boulder, Louisville, Fort Collins, Colorado Springs, Greenwood Village, Highlands Ranch, Littleton, Vail, Aspen, Beaver Creek, Denver County, Arapahoe County, Douglas County and Weld County, and nationwide on federal trademark and copyright matters.
