Trademark FAQs - related questions & answers

Question: Is it advisable to conduct a search of the Office records before filing an application?

Answer:
Yes. You may conduct a search free of charge on the USPTO website using the Trademark Electronic Search System (TESS).

Question: How long does it take for a mark to be registered?

Answer:
It is difficult to calculate how long it will take for an application to become a registration. You should receive a response from the Office within six to seven months from filing the application.

Question: When was the trademark law treaty in place?

Answer:
Adopted on October 27, 1994, entered into force on August 1, 1996. Thirty-three states, including the United States, are party to the TLT as of July 1, 2005.
 

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