A trademark can be a word, symbol, name or company logo used to identify your business or product. Trademarks are often referred to as brand names. Trademarks and service marks help increase brand recognition among your customers. By registering a trademark, you are securing an image for your company that cannot be reproduced by your competitors.
At General Counsel, P.C., our intellectual property (IP) lawyers understand the advantages and disadvantages of using a trademark to protect your intellectual property asset. Benefits of owning a registered trademark include:
Our intellectual property attorneys know the steps required to obtain a valid trademark and will strive to increase the success of your business. We can also provide you with other intellectual property needs assistance such as obtaining copyright protection or filing for a patent.
If your competitors are using your trademark or company logo without your permission, they are infringing on your rights. You need to take action to protect your intellectual property. Our trademark attorneys are experienced in trademark litigation. We will fight to protect your interests in and out of the courtroom.
Our intellectual property attorneys represent businesses in Virginia, Maryland and the Washington, D.C. area in all legal matters involving trademark. Contact our law office by e-mail or call 703.556.0411 to speak with a lawyer from General Counsel, P.C.