Copyright Registration for Business Owners.
You used your education and experience to create some dope stuff but that’s not enough. Your curriculum, frameworks, and content deserved to be protected. Our copyright service allows subject matter experts to do exactly that.
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Copyrights protect original work that is in a fixed tangible form. It allows the owner from excluding others from using their work without permission. This creates the opportunity for the copyright owner to earn revenue as a result of their creative work. At Off the Mark IP Solutions, we offer copyright registration services to help you safeguard your creative work and maximize your benefits.
Our copyright registration services make it easy for you to seek advice from anywhere and quickly get started on your copyright registration application. Our legal experts will work closely with you to provide customized strategic inputs to protect your content and benefit from it too.
Don’t leave your creative work vulnerable to theft and misuse. Contact us today to learn more about our copyright registration services and how we can help you protect your business.
Examples of what is protected by copyrights from a business point of view include:
- Curriculums
- Workbooks
- Books
- Sales copy
- Website copy
- Recorded training sessions
- Blog articles
- Podcast content
- Marketing collateral
- Business logos
- Course content
- Videos
common questions
Off the Mark believes in letting the dancers dance and the singers sing. Our trademark registration service includes:
- a comprehensive trademark clearance search
- preparing and filing of the trademark application with the UnitedStates Patent and Trademark Office
- Responding to any office actions that may be issued against the application
- the filing fee for one mark in one class
Our trademark registration service is designed to allow our clients to operate in their realm of genius while we operate in ours.
When you work with Off the Mark you can expect to make informed decisions because education is the foundation of our business. We take our time to educate each of our clients on the trademark process and what to expect.
While working with us you can also expect competent service based on our almost 10 years of experience, timely communication, and a team that truly cares about the success of your business.
The trademark clearance search is a vital part of the trademark registration process. We cannot confidently file a trademark application without performing an in-house trademark clearance search For this reason we do not offer a trademark application only service.
No. The need for a profitable business prior to federal registration is a common misconception. Your business does not have to make money before you file for federal trademark registration. Despite what you see on social media, going from launch to profit can take time. If you wait until your business is profitable you risk additional legal fees to protect your brand.
Yes. Although trademark rights do not exist until the trademark is used to identify a good or service in commerce if you have a bona fide intent to use the trademark in commerce you can protect the mark. It is important for new businesses to take advantage of this.
Unfortunately, the process of starting a business has many steps and can take anywhere from a few months to a few years to go from conception to launch. Filing an intent to use trademark application can protect your brand during this phase and prevent you from having to rebrand for legal reasons down the road.
ABSOLUTELY! During the application process the USPTO will search their database for not just same but also similar trademarks in the same or related industry. If there is a conflict your application will be denied and your investment will go down the drain. A trademark clearance search is designed to find potential conflicts prior to filing the application to allow us to strategically prepare your application for registration.
It depends. If you have a hobby rather than a business the investment may not make sense. However, if you are building a business that provides a good or service in commerce a federal registered trademark is an investment that
- will help protect your unique presence in your market
- can increase the overall value of your brand. McDonald’s brand value is approximately $150 billion dollars.
- can be used a collateral in the future
- can be used to create an additional stream of revenue through licensing
Off the Mark trademark registration service is an all inclusive service offered at a flat fee rate. This means no surprise fees during the registration process.
Our fee varies depending on our client’s needs which are accessed during the consultation process.
The trademark registration process can take anywhere from 9 months to 3 years depending on the type of application filed and whether any office actions are issued. Fortunately, your protection starts from the time your application is filed.
- Once your application is filed it will sit in the USPTO database for 6-7 months before it is assigned to an examining attorney.
- Once the application is assigned to an examining attorney they will review the application. If the find any issues with the application they will issue a non-final office action. You will have 6 months to respond. Your response will either be accepted or another office action will be issued.
- If the issues are resolved or if there are no issues, your application will be published to the public for 30 days. If a third party believes the registration of your mark will harm their trademark they can object to the registration.
- If there are no objections your application will either 1. go into final review before registration or 2. be issued a Notice of Allowance depending on the type of application filed.
Your trademark protection will last as long as you are using the trademark in commerce. To maintain your trademark registration the USPTO requires maintenance or proof that you are still using the trademark in commerce. Trademark maintenance is due between year 5 and 6 after the initial registration then between year 9-10 after the initial registration. Maintenance is due every 10 years after that. Off the Mark can help you maintain your trademark registration.
Our office is located in Montgomery, Al. Although we are Alabama trademark attorneys, we serve clients throughout the United States.
While LegalZoom may seem to be a viable solution for trademark registration it’s important to note that the people at LegalZoom are not attorneys. In most instances working with them involves completing a questionnaire without speaking to anyone. If your business can benefit from legal advice and support during the trademark process hire Off the Mark. In addition, while the additional fee may be low, LegalZoom is known for charging additional fees during the process. There are no surprise fees at Off the Mark. Learn more about hiring our team versus LegalZoom here.
Yes, unless we have previously discuss your trademark needs. Our consultations our designed to answer your questions, education you on the trademark process, identify your intellectual property, and develop a strategy to protect it. The consultation fee is taken into consideration in the overall trademark registration fee.
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Our Process
With Off the Mark IP Solutions registering your copyright is a simple and straightforward process. Our team of experts will guide you through the entire process, from creating your portfolio to filling out the application to submitting it to the United States Copyright Office and communicating with their office during the process. We will ensure that your application is complete and accurate, increasing the chances of a successful registration.
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Assess
We’ll begin with a 10-minute discovery call to determine your specific copyright needs.
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Onboarding
You’ll receive an intake form during the onboarding stage to provide the necessary information for our team to begin preparing your copyright application.
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Communication
After filing your copyright application, there is a waiting period while the United States Copyright Office reviews it. During this time we will provide timely updates regarding your application's progress.
Our process is designed to be seamless and efficient. It begins with a discovery call to understand your copyright needs, followed by an onboarding stage where we gather all the necessary details from you regarding your original work. Our experts then meticulously prepare your copyright application. We communicate closely with you to provide timely updates and the United States Copyright Office regarding any questions they may have about the application.
The Importance of Copyright Registration
Registering your copyright gives you a public record that proves you own your work. This makes it simpler to take legal action if someone uses your work without permission. If there’s ever a dispute, having a registered copyright acts as solid proof that you own the rights, making it easier to win your case in court. Plus, with copyright registration, you can claim legal compensation and cover attorney’s fees if someone infringes on your copyright. This means more protection and peace of mind for you.
Don’t leave your creative work unprotected. Contact Off the Mark IP Solutions today to learn more about our copyright registration online services and how we can help you safeguard your intellectual property.
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Solid experience
With over a decade of expertise, Off the Mark stands out with a proven track record of excellence, reflected in our numerous 5-star reviews and a remarkable 98% success rate, showcasing our exceptional skill and dedication in safeguarding your brand's legal interests.
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Off the Mark is the epitome of punctuality in legal services, providing swift turnarounds that respect your time and accelerate your business's legal processes, making us the go-to choice for clients who value efficiency.
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Our unwavering commitment to reliability ensures that every trademark, copyright, contract, business development, and ongoing legal support service is delivered with the utmost precision and care, fostering trust and peace of mind.
At Off The Mark, we understand the challenges of balancing entrepreneurship with family and other responsibilities. That's why we offer experienced and reliable legal support to protect your brand and business.
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