Once a mark is selected, we conduct extended mark search to determine the probable availability and registrability of proposed marks, analyze the results, and provide written clear, practical opinions for clients.

We carefully evaluate each search request to ascertain the goods/services to search, the type of search to order, and whether to search any supplemental sources. Moreover, our opinions are not based solely on the search results as they appear in the search report. We investigate relevant marks and names to determine if they are in use and, if so, the nature and extent of any rights their owners may possess. Our extensive litigation experience allows us to provide realistic opinions on a mark’s availability, as well as practical recommendations on using and registering the mark to avoid or minimize potential problems.