Buying Rights - To A Name

A USPTO attorney reviews the application (taking 8–12 months on average). If approved, it is published for 30 days to allow for public opposition. 2. Buying an Existing Trademark (Assignment)

Conduct a thorough search using the USPTO Trademark Search (formerly TESS) to ensure no similar names exist in your industry class. buying rights to a name

Costs vary wildly based on brand value, from a few thousand to millions for established brands. A USPTO attorney reviews the application (taking 8–12

Verify the mark is active, not in legal dispute, and that the seller has the legal right to transfer it. not in legal dispute

You must specify which categories of goods or services (out of 45 classes) the name will protect. Costs are typically calculated per class.