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1.Trademark Search
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2.File a Trademark
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3.Protect your Trademark
trademark maintenance

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Trademark Law
what is a trademark?

Why get a Trademark
advantages of a mark

Trademark Symbols
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		Mr. Bodner received his bachelor's degree, magna cum laude, and his law degree from New York University School of Law. Mr. Bodner is a corporate intellectual property attorney and has been a member of the New York bar since 1983. He specializes in all facets of intellectual property work, including US and international trademark, copyright and design counseling.

The Trademark Symbol

Unlike the copyright symbol, the "R in a circle", or ® symbol, informs the public that the trademark is registered with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

Use of the ™ and ® Trademark Symbols

If you want to claim the rights of a name or logo, use the TM (trademark) or SM (service mark) designation to give notice to the public about your claim. This use of the TM or SM Trademark Symbol does not mean a legally enforceable trademark.

The registration symbol, ®, however, does carry legal weight. It may only be used when the mark is registered in the PTO. The ® symbol may be used only after the registration has been approved by the U.S. trademark office.

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