Christine Mathias, Business and Estate Planning AttorneyChristine Mathias, Business and Estate Planning AttorneyYou’ve spent years building your reputation. Your stage name, your studio brand, or your signature method is your most valuable asset. But without a federal trademark, you’re building on rented land.
Don’t wait for a Cease & Desist to find out you don’t own your name.
Best for: New ideas or "checking the pulse" of an existing brand.
A high-level risk assessment to see if your name is "clear" or if copycats are lurking. Includes a registration strategy call.
$250
Best for: The DIYer who hit a wall with the USPTO.
Received a USPTO Office Action? Don't panic. I’ll step in to repair the filing and get you back on track.
$350 – $1,050
Best for: Total peace of mind and long-term brand ownership.
From comprehensive search to final filing, I handle the bureaucracy so you can focus on your business.
$1,200 per mark + filing fees
Think of this as a “pre-flight check” for your brand’s future. Before you spend money on merch, signage, or web domains, we find out if the path is clear or if you’re headed for a legal dead end.
Search: We look for “confusingly similar” marks that could trigger a cease-and-desist or a USPTO refusal.
Registration Strategy Call: A 30-minute deep dive where we discuss the search results and—crucially—whether your mark is even eligible for federal registration.
The “Vetting” Factor: We’ll evaluate if your name is too generic, too descriptive, or hits other common roadblocks (like being primarily a surname) that would make the USPTO reject it out of hand.
Did you try to DIY your application and get a “rejection” letter?
The Rescue Mission: Did you try to DIY your application and receive a “rejection” letter? Most Office Actions are fixable, but they require a legal “surgeon” to navigate the USPTO’s specific requirements.
Application Audit: A full, line-by-line review of your original filing to identify exactly where the USPTO found an issue.
Custom Legal Response: I draft and file a professional response to the USPTO addressing their concerns with legal arguments designed to get you approved.
The Roadmap: A strategic plan to move your mark from “rejected” to “registered” as efficiently as possible.
The gold standard for brand owners. I take the entire trademark process off your plate, ensuring your application is built to last.
The Gold Standard: Total peace of mind for brand owners. I take the entire trademark process off your plate, ensuring your application is built to last from day one.
Master Search: A deep-dive search covering Federal, State, and “Common Law” (unregistered) marks to ensure you have the highest chance of success.
Strategic Consultation: A one-on-one session to finalize your mark and precisely define your “Classes of Goods and Services” to maximize your protection.
Professional Filing: Expert preparation and submission of your application, ensuring every technical detail meets USPTO standards.
Active Monitoring: I act as your Correspondent of Record, monitoring your application’s progress and handling all non-substantive Office Actions at no extra cost.
Bonus: Ask about our multi-mark discounts if you are protecting more than one brand name or logo.
I’m not just an attorney; I’m a performer and a creative myself. I understand that your brand isn’t just a “filing”—it’s your life’s work. My firm is 100% remote, meaning I’m as agile as you are. Whether you’re on tour, opening a new studio, or rebranding your creative practice, I provide the legal backbone so you can focus on the art.
Nope. Trademark law is Federal. Because my firm is fully remote, I can represent creative clients and wellness practitioners in all 50 states.
As of early 2026, the USPTO is moving faster, but you should still budget for the long haul. Typically, it takes about 4.5 to 6 months for an attorney to first review your application, and about 10 to 12 months total for full registration. The good news? Your “priority date” is locked in the moment we file.
Copyright protects your content (lyrics, videos, art). Trademark protects your identity (your name, logo, or slogan). If you want to make sure no one else can “be” you in the marketplace, you need a trademark.
Common Law is like a fence around your backyard; it only protects you locally. A Federal Trademark is like a shield over the entire country. If you plan to grow, travel, or sell online, you need Federal protection to prevent copycats from popping up in other states.