FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
GENERAL QUESTIONS
What services do you offer?
Please see a list of our services.
How do I work with you?
Working with us starts with a quick Trademark Discovery Call! Fill out our form here to get started!
If you’re interested in collaborating or booking us for a speaking engagement, please email us at info@jnjlegalservices.com.
Do you represent clients outside of New York?
Yes, though we are licensed in New York, most of our services are covered under federal law, meaning we’re able to help entrepreneurs nation-wide!
How do I collaborate or book you for event?
We’re so excited you’re interested in collaborating or booking us for your next event/speaking engagement! Please fill out our booking form here to get started!
FINANCING
What are your prices?
Our quotes are customized to your specific needs. Most of our services – business formation, copyrights, etc. – start at $1,000, and our premiere service – trademark registration – starts at $2,500.
We encourage you to book a Discovery Call to receive individualized quotes for your total legal project.
What are your financing options?
Firm-managed payment plans are available for certain services. Payment plans require credit card authorization.
Please inquire about our payment plan options during your Trademark Discovery Call.
What is your refund policy?
Please see our refund policy.
TRADEMARKS, COPYRIGHTS & MORE
What is a federal trademark? What can I trademark?
A federal trademark is a word, phrase, symbol, and/or design (i.e, a “mark”) that identifies and distinguishes the source of goods of one party from those of others on a national level through the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
Examples of possible marks include:
- Brand names, logos, monograms, slogans, tag lines, domain names
- Shapes, colors, stripes, sounds, smells
- Product packaging and payment methods
- Store’s decor, menus, and interior-exterior layout
- And so much more…
What is the trademark registration process?
The trademark registration process is a federal legal proceeding that grants a person or company exclusive, national use of a particular mark (brand name, logo, slogan, etc.) within their specified industry(ies).
What is the difference between a trademark, copyright, and a patent?
Trademarks protect “branding elements”, like your brand name, logo, monograms, slogans, tag lines, colors, stripes, sounds, smells, and other source-identifying marks.
Copyrights protect ORIGINAL pictorial, graphic, sculptural, musical, literary, and audio-visual works of art “fixed in a tangible medium of expression” (i.e., in existence). The easy way to remember – Copyrights are for Content.
In fashion, copyrights are pretty rare. They are more often seen in jewelry design because jewelry is comparable to sculptures. And they can sometimes apply to graphic designs and original patterns on clothing.
Patents come in three different forms – utility, design, and plant. In simplest terms, patents protect new and non-obvious inventions and grant owners “the right to exclude others from making, using, offering for sale, or selling” the invention in the United States or “importing” the invention into the United States.
For a more in-depth explanation, check out our video: Trademarks, Copyrights and Patents Explained.
I started a trademark application on my own. Can you take-over/help me correct any issues?
Yes! As long as there are no conflicts of interest, we can review your trademark application and help correct mistakes. However, some errors may be significant enough that starting a new application would be best. Don’t worry – we’ll guide you through the best way to protect your brand and avoid unnecessary delays.
I have more questions about trademarks. Where can I find answers?
Your best bet is to book a Trademark Discovery Call with us to address your question(s) specifically. You may also benefit from visiting our Trademarks Service page to read more FAQs about trademarks specifically.Â
Do you provide services like business formation, contract drafting, or copyright registration?
Currently, our focus is on helping clients with trademark protection and brand name development. We don’t actively handle business formation, contracts, or copyright filings, but we’re happy to answer general questions and/or refer you to trusted professionals for these services. If you’d like guidance, please contact us via email.
I need to file a patent. Can you help me?
JNJ Legal is unable to provide patent services, however, we would be happy to supply you with a list of firms that can potentially help. Please contact us via email.
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