Trademarks Registration

Chancery and Corporate Governance Litigation

We represent boards, management teams, and stockholders in high-stakes corporate governance disputes, including fiduciary duty claims, M&A litigation, and stockholder derivative actions.

ForumUSPTO
Timeline8-12 months
ComplexityModerate

Our Chancery and Corporate Governance Litigation Services

Our practice represents boards, management teams, stockholders, and corporations in high-stakes corporate governance disputes. We have extensive experience in the Delaware Court of Chancery and courts nationwide handling the most complex corporate disputes.

Corporate Governance Matters

We handle the full range of corporate governance disputes including fiduciary duty claims against directors and officers, entire fairness challenges to conflicted transactions, Section 220 books and records demands, advancement and indemnification disputes, and stockholder derivative actions.

M&A Litigation

Transactions often generate litigation. We handle injunction actions seeking to block deals, post-closing damages claims for breach of representations, appraisal proceedings seeking fair value, deal protection device challenges, and disclosure claims.

Stockholder Disputes

We represent companies and stockholders in disputes over voting rights, stockholder agreements, class certifications, and settlement approvals.

Strategic Counsel

Beyond litigation, we advise boards on governance best practices that reduce litigation risk and position companies to defend challenges effectively.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between ™ and ®?

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The ™ symbol indicates that you claim trademark rights in a mark, but it does not require federal registration. The ® symbol can only be used after your trademark has been officially registered with the USPTO.

How long does trademark registration take?

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The typical timeline for USPTO trademark registration is 8-12 months if there are no complications. If office actions or oppositions arise, the process can take 18 months or longer.

Do I need to conduct a trademark search before filing?

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While not legally required, we strongly recommend a comprehensive clearance search before filing. A search helps identify potential conflicts that could result in refusal of your application.

What are the USPTO filing fees?

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USPTO filing fees are $250 per class using TEAS Plus or $350 per class using TEAS Standard. Additional fees apply for Statements of Use, extensions, and other filings.

Can I trademark a name I'm not using yet?

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Yes, you can file an Intent-to-Use (ITU) application before you begin using the mark in commerce. However, you must eventually provide evidence of actual use before the trademark will register.

How long does a trademark registration last?

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A federal trademark registration can last indefinitely, but you must file maintenance documents between years 5-6 and renew every 10 years.

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