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Legal Services Offered by Our On-Demand Vancouver Trademark Attorneys

Our experienced Vancouver trademark attorneys & lawyers represent individuals and businesses with everything they need to secure and protect their trademarks. Our attorneys can help individuals with everything from trademark clearance searches to determine whether the desired mark is available for adoption, use, and registration. By reviewing the search reports thoroughly, they can conclusively determine the extent to which a mark is already being used and the potential success of filing a trademark.

Trademark licensing can be complex, but our trademark attorneys have experience drafting agreements on behalf of both licensees and trademark owners - thus allowing you to capitalize on your valuable intellectual property. Our Vancouver trademark attorneys can also draft and file your trademark with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), including Intent to Use and Use in Commerce applications.

Our attorneys can also help protect your trademark around the globe by assisting clients with filing trademark applications under the Madrid Protocol, which allows trademark holders to obtain protection in multiple countries by filing a single application.

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This is the most recent 20 reviews out of 71 reviews for Trademarks & Copyrights attorneys in Washington

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Other Trademark & Copyright Matter Renewal

Ross Brandborg

"Ross has been very good with communication and protecting our logo!"

Brian M .
Seattle, WA, 15 days ago

5.0

Trademark Infringement Consultation

Ali Shalchi

"Thorough and to the point. Thanks!"

Michael K .
Vancouver, WA, over 1 year ago

5.0

Steven Stark

"If anyone is looking for a knowledgeable attorney at a great price, then go to Steven. Responsive and pleasure to work with. Highly recommend."

Olena H .
Bellevue, WA, almost 2 years ago

5.0

Jake Siciliano

"Jake is fantastic and extremely knowledgeable. He answers all questions thoroughly and adds a personal perspective, which is welcome for inexperienced creators like myself."

Riesz W .
Seattle, WA, about 2 years ago

5.0

Assist with Other Trademark & Copyright Matter

Nina Yablok

"5 stars in all categories says it all."

Ulrich S .
Seattle, WA, over 2 years ago

5.0

Jason Nolan

"Very timely. Thorough research. Listened to our specific request, and delivered on it."

Daniel G .
Seattle, WA, over 2 years ago

5.0

Trademark Infringement Consultation

Roman Vayner

"Very knowledgeable and answered all my questions"

Luna M .
Redmond, WA, about 3 years ago

5.0

Liz Oliner

"I used Liz for two trademark applications. She filed them efficiently with minimal need for follow up on my part. Now we are waiting for the response from the trademark office."

David A .
Seattle, WA, over 4 years ago

5.0

Assist with Other Trademark & Copyright Matter

William Goldman

"William responded to my request right away and provided valuable insight regarding time-sensitive decisions that needed to be made."

Caroline H .
Mercer Island, WA, almost 5 years ago

5.0

Assist with Response to USPTO Office Action (Trademark)

Richard Eldredge

"good communication and helpful"

Christopher K .
Happy Valley, OR, over 5 years ago

5.0

Trademark Registration

Brandon Leavitt

"Pleasure working with Brandon and his team on helping me file my trademark."

Adam L .
Seattle, WA, over 5 years ago

4.5

Assist with Response to USPTO Office Action (Trademark)

Carlos Perez

"I enjoyed working with Carlos. He wrote an outstanding response to USPTO with compelling arguments."

Kristine M .
Seattle, WA, almost 6 years ago

5.0

Trademark Application Preparation Consultation

Neil Park

"Neil was able to deliver the language I needed for my trademark application on time and with excellent depth. I highly recommend him for legal council when starting a business due to his expertise and clear communication."

Louis W .
Tacoma, WA, almost 6 years ago

5.0

Consult on Copyright Infringement

Brett Schenck

"Brett did a great job for us writing a letter for a DMCA take down request as well as knowing the copy write laws behind the request."

Sam W .
Seattle, WA, almost 6 years ago

5.0

Randy Michels

"I am very impressed with Randy. He is very open about cost, timeframes, etc. He sets very clear expectations and has been a dream to work with! I will and look forward to working with Randyin the future!"

Teri D .
Bremerton, WA, over 6 years ago

5.0

Assist with Copyright Infringement

Julie Hancock

"Julie was such a pleasure to work with! Incredibly conscientious, respectful, knowledgable and kind. She was always available to answer any of my questions, concerns or otherwise. She was amazing and I will definitely be hiring her again if/when I need her!"

Sonia P .
Federal Way, WA, over 6 years ago

5.0

Sue Dunbar

"It continues to be a great experience working with Sue."

Abid Z .
Redmond, WA, over 6 years ago

5.0

Consult on Copyright Infringement

Lauri Donahue

"I sent Lauri a list of questions about copyright and terms of use and she answered them in detail plus a few follow-ups. Just was I was looking for."

James M .
Seattle, WA, over 6 years ago

5.0

Christopher Usrey

"We worked very closely to understand what registrations I needed for an old brand I've fostered since high school years ago. Really enjoyed the depth of research provided around similar mark usage. Had great communications back and forth with quick responses to any issues or questions I had."

Daniel G .
Issaquah, WA, almost 7 years ago

5.0

Trademark Registration

Seth Heyman

"Great service, as always!"

Seth G .
El Cerrito, CA, almost 8 years ago

Intellectual Property Theft: How It Happens and How to Prevent It

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Key Takeaways:

Intellectual property theft involves unauthorized use of trademarks, copyrights, patents, or trade secrets, causing financial and reputational damage.
Types of IP theft include copyright infringement, trademark counterfeiting, patent violations, and trade secret misappropriation.
Why IP theft happens: Ease of digital duplication, international enforcement challenges, and financial incentives make it prevalent.
Global impact: IP theft affects economic growth, innovation, and industries like entertainment, technology, and pharmaceuticals.
Legal and reporting options: Victims can report theft to various agencies and take civil and criminal legal action.
Protection strategies: Businesses and individuals can safeguard IP through registration, cybersecurity measures, and legal agreements.
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What Are Incontestable Trademarks?

Incontestable trademarks are trademarks that under normal circumstances are immune from being challenged. To be declared incontestable, a trademark must not have been acquired fraudulently, and must have been in consistent use for five consecutive years. At this point, the trademark owner can file a Declaration of Incontestability under the Lanham Act, Section 15 between the fifth and sixth anniversary of registering the trademark.

What Is a Section 15?

A Section 15 is simply a sworn statement you file which is placed on the Principal Register and declares your rights on the mark to be incontestable. Not only is it recommended that

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5 min read

Trademark Abandonment: What Is It?

Trademark abandonment happens when the validity of a trademark is questioned. This happens when:

The registered trademark was not used
The registered trademark was not used correctly. This can include:
- Trademark dilution
- Excessive trademark licensing
- Failure to enforce exclusive rights to a trademark
The trademark registration has expired
The trademark has been expressly abandoned

Why Are Trademarks Important?

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) registers trademarks. These marks apply to any o

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How to Trademark Something

How to trademark something requires several steps to take in order to trademark your intellectual property.

1. Select a Non-Generic Trademark

You cannot legally trademark something that is generic. The stronger your mark is, the easier it will be to prevent people from using it. Every mark falls into at least one of these categories.

Fanciful: This is something like an invented word that has no real meaning.
Arbitrary: This is an actual word that has a known meaning, but is not in any way related to the product or service that you are offering. For example, the company Apple is arbitrary because although apples are a type of fruit, the company Apple sells computers.
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11 min read

Key Takeaways

Definition & Importance of Trademark Licensing: Trademark licensing allows a trademark owner to grant rights to a third party to use their mark under agreed conditions, which can help expand brand presence while generating revenue.
Types of Trademark Licenses: Includes exclusive, non-exclusive, and sole licenses, each providing different levels of rights and restrictions for the licensee.
Key Elements of a Licensing Agreement: Must include quality control provisions, payment structure, geographic scope, duration, renewal conditions, and breach remedies.
Trademark Licensing Strategies: Businesses can use licensing to expand market reach, enhance brand value, and enter new industries or product categories.
Legal Considerations & Risks: Trademark owners must maintain control over the use of their mark to avoid dilution or loss of rights.
Industry-Specific Licensing Examples: Fashion, entertainment, tech, a

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