How Are Trademarks Acquired?

Trademarks generally are acquired through adoption and use. Trademarks may also be obtained by assignment. Check with a trademark lawyer for more information about trademarks by assignment because that subject is too legally complicated to be covered in this document.

Other Trademarks FAQs

Q: What Is A Trademark?
A: A trademark is a type of mark. Traditionally, the term, "trademark," described only marks designating products, or "goods" (as opposed to services). However, the word … More
Q: What Is A Certification Mark?
A: A certification mark is any word, name, symbol, device, or any combination, used, or intended to be used, in commerce with the owner's permission by someone other … More
Q: What Is A Collective Mark?
A: While the definition may vary from one country to the other, collective marks (also known as collective trademarks) are usually defined as signs that distinguish the … More