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Stop Problematic Trademarks Before They Register – How a Letter of Protest Can Help

Published about 1 month ago • 1 min read

March 24, 2025

Hello Reader,

As a trademark owner, you know how valuable your brand is. But what if someone tries to register a trademark that’s too close to yours? If you catch it early enough, you can stop it before it becomes a problem—without having to go through a full legal battle.

One of the best tools for this is a Trademark Letter of Protest.

What is a Letter of Protest?

A Letter of Protest lets you alert the USPTO that a pending trademark conflicts with your existing rights. If accepted, the USPTO will consider your evidence before approving the application, potentially blocking it from registering.

When Should You File a Letter of Protest?

✅ Someone is trying to register a trademark that’s too similar to yours.
✅ The applied-for trademark could cause confusion with your brand.
✅ The applicant isn’t using the trademark properly or seems to be filing in bad faith.

Unlike a full legal opposition, a Letter of Protest is faster, cheaper, and handled entirely by the USPTO—so you don’t have to engage in expensive litigation.

Protect Your Brand Now

The key to stopping a problematic trademark is catching it early. If you see a trademark application that could infringe on your rights, I can help you file a Letter of Protest to keep your brand protected.

Let’s make sure your trademark stays strong. If you need help monitoring new filings or submitting a Letter of Protest, let’s talk.

Keep Your Brand Safe and Protected,​
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J.J. Lee and the Trademark Lawyer Law Firm Team!

P.S. The USPTO has strict deadlines for Letters of Protest. If you spot a conflicting trademark, don’t wait—reach out today so we can take action!

J.J. Lee, Trademark Attorney

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