By: Ambur C. Smith, Esq.
Our firm is committed to keeping you informed about critical developments that might impact your business. Recently, the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) revealed an impending increase in fees for trademark and patent filings. Understanding this change is essential, since it can significantly impact your plans and intellectual property (IP) strategies moving forward.
Understanding the Fee Increase
The USPTO periodically revises its fee structure to match the operational costs linked to processing trademark and patent applications. As a result, nonrefundable trademark and patent filing fees are set to increase beginning on January 18, 2025 and January 19, 2025 respectively; and so will ours.
Act Now with Our Trademark Package
With fees expected to increase, now is an excellent time to safeguard your trademark and patent rights. We offer a comprehensive trademark package tailored to your needs, providing efficient service, and covering nonrefundable filing fees on your behalf. Our package includes everything from comprehensive searches pre-filing, to correspondence with the USPTO attorney assigned to your application until final approval; a process that can take up to twelve (12) months or longer.
By choosing our trademark package today, you can lock in current rates and avoid future increases, until absolutely necessary. Imagine the peace of mind that comes with knowing your intellectual property is protected in a competitive marketplace.
While we do not offer patent filing services, we are happy to refer you to one of several trusted patent attorneys in our network.
Final Thoughts
The imminent increases in USPTO trademark and patent filing fees present both challenges and opportunities for businesses. It’s essential to be aware and take swift action to navigate these changes effectively. By investing in our trademark package now, you can bolster your intellectual property protection while easing the financial burden of rising fees.
Timely decisions today can lead to substantial savings and streamlined processes in the future. Don't wait—secure your intellectual property today to ensure your business remains competitive in a constantly evolving marketplace.
Seize this opportunity to protect your billion dollar ideas before January 18th. Your future self will be glad you did!
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