Category Archives: Trademark Office Action
Trademark Law: What is a Non-Final Office Action?
The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) explains that an office action is “an official letter sent by the USPTO. In it, an examining attorney lists any legal problems with your chosen trademark, as well as with the application itself.” Office actions are divided into two broad categories: 1) Non-final and 2) Final…. Read More »
I Just Got an Office Action from the USPTO—What Should I Do Now?
A trademark is a great way to protect a brand—but, unfortunately, getting a trademark application approved can be more challenging than many people realize. According to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), slightly more than half of initial applications are approved. The other trademark applications will receive an “office action”—which is broadly… Read More »