Wilmington Trademark Attorneys & Lawyers
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Seth Wiener
Ross Brandborg
Scott Stram
Jake Siciliano
Richard Gora
Michael Wieser
Glenn Manishin
Brig Ricks
Neil Park
Nathan Wenk
Wilmington Trademark Lawyers
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Our experienced Wilmington 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 Wilmington 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 42 reviews for Trademarks & Copyrights attorneys in North Carolina
Trademark Registration
"Very professional"
Jim K
.
Cary,
NC,
7 months ago
Register Copyright
"Prompt and great communications"
Jim K
.
Cary,
NC,
7 months ago
Register Trademark
"Steven exceeded our expectations even from the start! He listened to us, understood our project and send a timely and clear proposal even though we are at an early stage. He continued email and phone communication, answered all our questions and beyond. His billing was very fair and clear. We would love to continue working with him for other business legal matters!"
Gokhan O
.
Pine Brook,
NJ,
12 months ago
Assist with Other Trademark & Copyright Matter
"Very knowledgable discussion and outlined in a clear and concise manner. Wonderful meeting"
Joshua C
.
Morrisville,
NC,
about 1 year ago
Assist with Other Trademark & Copyright Matter
"Lauri is fast, professional, and knowledgeable. She provided both legal doctrine to support an answer and a simple answer that made sense and provided the gist to a layperson. I appreciate her help!"
Jaimie H
.
Charlotte,
NC,
over 1 year ago
Trademark Registration
"Have been working with Jake for many months. He is efficient, professional, and gets the job(s) done. Much appreciated."
Babatola O
.
Chapel Hill,
NC,
over 1 year ago
Register Trademark
"Throughout the process, Jake was always helpful and addressed all of my questions in a thorough and timely manner. I am very satisfied with the effort and expertise he demonstrated while working on my trademarks."
Michael W
.
Raleigh,
NC,
almost 2 years ago
Assist with Trademark Infringement
"Seth responded incredibly fast, and he's honest and knowledgeable."
Gina L
.
Cary,
NC,
over 2 years ago
Register Trademark
"Mr. Siciliano did a fantastic job - quick and efficient."
Babatola O
.
Chapel Hill,
NC,
over 2 years ago
Register Trademark
"Excellent service and professionalism (Trademark Registration). Jason answered all my questions and took time to explain for my benefit. Strongly recommend."
Demitri B
.
Morrisville,
NC,
almost 3 years ago
Register Trademark
"Quick service which is put a high premium on."
Jason G
.
Concord,
NC,
almost 4 years ago
Register Trademark
"Liz is knowledgeable, very responsive and a breeze to work with."
Leo M
.
Huntersville,
NC,
about 4 years ago
Assist with Trademark Infringement
"Mr Seth is Honest Lawyer and Excellent in his job he knows how to solve any case even the very complicated ones i honestly recommend him to any one need a professional and honest lawyer Thank you Seth for your time and amazing work you did"
Fadi M
.
Winston Salem,
NC,
about 4 years ago
Register Trademark
"Responsive. Knowledgeable. Will use again."
Kevin C
.
Atlantic,
NC,
over 4 years ago
Trademark Registration Services
"Liz, helped me file for a trademark. It'll take time for the results come in, but until then, she seemed very competent, easily accessible, quick in responding, and patient. I wouldn't mind doing business with her again. When the trademark passes, I will write another review."
Brian D
.
Winston Salem,
NC,
over 4 years ago
Trademark Registration for Spruce Natural Labs LLC
"Excellent opinion delivered quickly"
Tony S
.
Raleigh,
NC,
almost 5 years ago
Conduct Trademark Search
"Ross perfectly answered all my concerns and further gave me a deeper education on trademarks than I previously had. Fast and professional. Thank you Mr. Brandborg."
Tony S
.
Raleigh,
NC,
almost 5 years ago
Draft Response to USPTO Office Action (Trademark)
"Liz did a great job, finding another solution for a trademark issue with a short term response period. Thank you."
Michael W
.
Hubert,
NC,
about 5 years ago
Trademark Registration
"Richard has been great! He and his team are always available to answer questions. I don't think they sleep. I would gladly recommend Eldridge Law Firm to anyone looing for easy, stress free legal transactions."
Michael M
.
Charlotte,
NC,
about 5 years ago
Assist with Response to USPTO Office Action (Trademark)
"Nice work!"
Joshua F
.
Supply,
NC,
over 5 years ago
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- Read about your legal options.
- Fill out and submit a trademark application.
- Respond to USPTO Office Actions.
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- Keep your trademark active.
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