Protect Your Brand Without Guessing What It Will Cost
Attorney-led trademark filing services for business names, logos, slogans, product names, and brands, with clear guidance and predictable flat fee pricing.
Your brand is one of your business’s most valuable assets. A name, logo, slogan, or product line can carry years of reputation, goodwill, and customer trust. But if your brand is not properly protected, someone else may be able to use something confusingly similar, or worse, challenge your right to use it.
At Massingill Attorneys & Counselors at Law, we help business owners protect their brands with straightforward, flat fee trademark filing services. You get clear guidance, predictable pricing, and an attorney-led process from start to finish.
What Can Be Trademarked?
Businesses often come to us when they want to protect the name, logo, phrase, or brand identity they are building around. That might include a business name, product name, service name, logo, slogan, course name, podcast name, publication name, or a distinctive name for a product line or offering.
Not every name or phrase can be trademarked, and not every possible trademark is worth filing. We help you sort through what is protectable, what is practical, and what makes sense for your business.
Trademark Filings Made Simple
Filing a trademark application is more than filling out a form. The way your application is prepared can affect whether it is approved, delayed, challenged, or rejected. Choosing the right owner, identifying the correct goods and services, selecting the right filing basis, and responding to early risks all matter.
We help clients file federal trademark applications with the United States Patent and Trademark Office and understand what to expect during the process.
Built for Business Owners
Our trademark filing service is designed for entrepreneurs, startups, established businesses, creators, and professionals who want to protect a brand without an unpredictable legal bill.
You will know the attorney fee before we begin. We will explain the process in plain English, prepare the application carefully, and help you understand what happens after submission.
Clear pricing for federal trademark applications.
Protecting your brand should not start with uncertainty about the legal bill. Massingill offers attorney-led trademark filing services for a predictable flat rate.
- Initial trademark strategy consultation
- Basic clearance review before filing
- USPTO application preparation and attorney submission
- Goods and services classification guidance
- Clear explanation of filing basis, status updates, and next steps
Office Action responses, oppositions, appeals, renewals, assignments, licensing, and enforcement matters are separate unless included in a separate written agreement.
Attorney Fee
$1,500 flat rate for a standard trademark filing
Plus USPTO/TEAS government filing fees. USPTO fees are charged per class of goods or services and are paid separately to the United States Patent and Trademark Office.
Start Your Trademark FilingWhy Work With a Trademark Attorney?
Many online filing services make trademark applications look simple. But they often do not explain the legal risks behind the application, and they may not help you avoid common problems before filing.
A trademark attorney can help you understand whether your proposed mark is likely to face issues, whether your description of goods and services is too broad or too narrow, and how to position the application for the strongest practical protection.
A strong brand deserves more than a quick online filing. The right trademark strategy helps protect the name, reputation, and goodwill your business is working hard to build.
Joshua Massingill
Frequently Asked Questions
Flat Fee Trademark Filing FAQs
Answers to common questions about federal trademark applications, brand protection, USPTO filing fees, clearance review, and attorney-led trademark filing services.
What is included in a flat fee trademark filing?
A flat fee trademark filing typically includes an initial strategy consultation, basic clearance review, application preparation, goods and services classification guidance, filing basis analysis, attorney submission of the application, and status updates after filing. USPTO government filing fees are separate and paid to the government.
What can I trademark?
Businesses commonly seek trademark protection for business names, brand names, logos, slogans, product names, service names, podcast names, course names, and distinctive names for product lines or offerings. Not every word, phrase, or design can be protected, so it is important to evaluate the mark before filing.
Do I need a lawyer to file a trademark application?
You are not always required to hire a lawyer to file a trademark application, but working with a trademark attorney can help you avoid common mistakes involving ownership, classification, filing basis, descriptions of goods and services, and conflicts with existing marks. A trademark filing is a legal application, not just an online form.
What is the difference between a trademark and an LLC name?
Forming an LLC or registering a business name with the state does not create federal trademark protection. An LLC name identifies a legal entity, while a trademark protects a brand used to identify goods or services in the marketplace. Many businesses need both a properly formed entity and a trademark strategy.
What is a trademark clearance review?
A trademark clearance review looks for existing marks that may create a risk of refusal or conflict. This can include searching USPTO records and reviewing similar names, spellings, meanings, goods, and services. A clearance review cannot guarantee approval, but it can help identify obvious problems before you spend money on a filing.
How long does the trademark process take?
Federal trademark applications often take many months to move through the USPTO. Timing depends on USPTO examination queues, whether the examining attorney raises objections, whether anyone opposes the application, and whether the mark is already in use or filed on an intent-to-use basis. We help clients understand what to expect after filing.
What are USPTO filing fees?
USPTO filing fees are government fees charged by the United States Patent and Trademark Office. These fees are separate from attorney fees and usually depend on the number of classes of goods or services included in the application. We explain the expected government filing fees before submission.
What does “class” mean in a trademark application?
Trademark applications organize goods and services into international classes. For example, software, clothing, legal services, education services, and retail services may fall into different classes. Choosing the correct class and description matters because it affects filing fees, examination, and the scope of protection.
Should I file for a word mark or a logo?
A word mark protects the wording of a brand, while a logo mark protects a specific visual design. In many cases, a word mark offers broader protection because it is not tied to one design. A logo filing may still be useful when the visual design is important to the brand. The right approach depends on your goals, budget, and how the brand is used.
Can I trademark a name before I launch?
In some cases, yes. If you have a bona fide intent to use the mark in commerce, you may be able to file an intent-to-use application before launch. The USPTO will still require proof of use before registration. Intent-to-use filings can be useful when you want to reserve a brand while preparing to launch.
What happens if the USPTO refuses my trademark application?
If the USPTO issues an Office Action, it means the examining attorney has raised a legal or technical issue with the application. Some issues can be addressed with amendments or legal arguments, while others may be more serious. A flat fee filing may not include Office Action responses unless specifically stated, but we can help evaluate next steps.
Does a trademark registration protect my brand everywhere?
A federal trademark registration can provide important nationwide rights in the United States, but protection depends on the mark, the goods or services, actual use, and enforcement. Trademark rights are not automatic worldwide. If you plan to operate internationally, you may need a broader trademark strategy.
Can Massingill help after the trademark application is filed?
Yes. Massingill can help monitor application status, explain USPTO correspondence, evaluate Office Actions, assist with statements of use, and provide practical guidance about brand protection, licensing, assignments, and ongoing trademark maintenance.
Start Protecting Your Brand
If you are building a business, launching a product, or investing in a name you want to keep, trademark protection may be an important next step.
Massingill makes trademark filings simple with clear guidance and flat fee pricing.
