What is a “Trademark Renewal”?

A “Trademark Renewal” consists of two different documents that must be filed with the USPTO after a trademark has been registered in order to keep the trademark alive and well. The first document is called a Section 8 Declaration of Continued Use and it must be filed twice after the trademark has been registered. The second document is called a Section 9 Renewal and it must be filed numerous times after the trademark is registered

When do I need to renew my trademark?

The Section 8 Declaration of Continued Use is due between the fifth and sixth year of registration and again between the ninth and tenth year after registration. The Section 9 Renewal is due between the ninth and tenth year after registration, and every ten years after that (calculated from the registration date).

How much does it cost to renew a registered trademark?

The USPTO charges a $250 per class of goods/services to process a Section 8 Declaration of Continued Use and $550 per class of goods/services to process a Section 9 Renewal. In addition to the government fees, our firm charges a professional fee of $299 per class for either the Section 8 filing or the Section 9 filing (or the combined Section 8 and 9 filing).

What happens if I do not renew my trademark?

If you do not renew your trademark for whatever reason, your trademark will become abandoned, and you will lose it.

I failed to renew my trademark. What can I do to preserve my trademark rights?

To preserve your trademark rights, you will need to either revive your abandoned trademark registration or file a new trademark application.

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What is a “Trademark Renewal”?
A “Trademark Renewal” consists of two different documents that must be filed with the USPTO after a trademark has been registered in order to keep the trademark alive and well. The first document is called a Section 8 Declaration of Continued Use and it must be filed twice after the trademark has been registered. The second document is called a Section 9 Renewal and it must be filed numerous times after the trademark is registered
When do I need to renew my trademark?
The Section 8 Declaration of Continued Use is due between the fifth and sixth year of registration and again between the ninth and tenth year after registration. The Section 9 Renewal is due between the ninth and tenth year after registration, and every ten years after that (calculated from the registration date).
Can I make changes to my registered trademark when I renew it.
No.
How much does it cost to renew a registered trademark?
The USPTO charges a $250 per class of goods/services to process a Section 8 Declaration of Continued Use and $550 per class of goods/services to process a Section 9 Renewal. In addition to the government fees, our firm charges a professional fee of $299 per class for either the Section 8 filing or the Section 9 filing (or the combined Section 8 and 9 filing).
What happens if I do not renew my trademark?
If you do not renew your trademark for whatever reason, your trademark will become abandoned, and you will lose it.
I failed to renew my trademark. What can I do to preserve my trademark rights?
To preserve your trademark rights, you will need to either revive your abandoned trademark registration or file a new trademark application.

Have a Registered Trademark and Need to Renew It?

We handle the entire maintenance/renewal process for our clients. If you need to renew your registered trademark, get in touch with us. We can be reached at 1 800-651-7301, via email at info@trademarkattorneyslosangeles.com, or through our contact form below. One of our attorneys will get back to you within 24 hours of your submission to schedule a phone consultation, virtual meeting, or an in-person meeting with you. We look forward to hearing from you!

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2022-12-09

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2022-11-28

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2022-11-04

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2022-10-12

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Maintain/Renew a Trademark

Step 1 – Complete a Simple Online Questionnaire

Step 2 – File Maintenance and Renewal Documents

Step 3 – Trademark is Renewed

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