Written by Jan Buza
Co-founder of Trama
There are two types of trademark owners: a physical person or a legal entity. Your LLC (legal entity) can become an owner of the trademark even if you wish to register outside the US.
For the US registration, you can submit the application yourself since you have a US-based company. However, for international submissions, you will have to hire an attorney or a law firm that can represent you in the trademark proceedings. In such cases, your LLC can still become the owner of your foreign trademark.
The same rule applies to the "physical person" type of trademark owner. If you wish to apply for a US trademark as a physical person and are a US citizen, you are free to do us yourself. If you are from outside the US, you need legal representation.
How can I make my trademark less descriptive of my business offering?
What spectrum does the USPTO use to evaluate distinctiveness?
How does the USPTO act in case of a likelihood of confusion?
Is there an extra fee when filing a trademark on the use-in-commerce basis?
Does priority filing also give you a longer time to demonstrate the Use in Commerce in the US?
If I register the US trademark, does this registration offer any protection outside of the US?
Does having more trademark classes equal stronger legal protection?
Can I use a PO Box as the official address on my trademark application?
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