by Traverse Legal, reviewed by Enrico Schaefer - November 5, 2004 - d. How to Trademark a Name, Logo or Slogan
If the mark is published based upon the actual use of the mark in commerce, or on a foreign registration, and no party files an opposition or request to extend the time to oppose, the USPTO will normally register the mark and issue a registration certificate about twelve (12) weeks after the date the mark was published.
If the mark is published based upon the applicant’s bona fide intention to use the mark in commerce, the USPTO will issue a NOTICE OF ALLOWANCE about twelve (12) weeks after the date the mark was published, if no party files either an opposition or request to extend the time to oppose. The applicant then has six (6) months from the date of the NOTICE OF ALLOWANCE to either:
Both forms are available here. If the STATEMENT OF USE is filed and approved, the USPTO will issue the registration certificate. You should contact a trademark registration attorney if you have a question with this process.
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