Trademark FAQs - related questions & answers

Question: Do you need to be a corporation to obtain a trademark?

Answer:
No. The trademark applicant is the one who owns the mark. Normally the person who produces the goods or who renders the services related to the mark controls the use of the mark.

Question: How long does a trademark last?

Answer:
Rights in a federally-registered trademark can last indefinitely if the owner continues to use the mark on or in connection with the goods and/or services in the registration and files all necessary documentation.

Question: How long does it take to obtain a state registration?

Answer:
The application is filed the date it is received. It then goes through the examination process. An average of 5 to 10 business days can be expected.
 

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