TL;DR (In short): When you’ve invested time and heart into building a brand, registering your trademark is essential to secure your name, logo, and reputation. The Law Office of Tammy M. Holcomb helps entrepreneurs and small businesses in Georgia and New York search, register, and protect their trademarks so you can grow with security and confidence.
We offer personalized and cost‑effective trademark solutions tailored to your goals. Our services include:
• Trademark search & clearance: Comprehensive research to identify existing marks and avoid conflicts.
• Trademark application & registration: Preparation and filing of federal trademark applications with the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office and state registries.
• Licensing & portfolio management: Drafting licensing agreements and helping you monetize your mark.
• Creative entrepreneurial solutions: Guidance on developing strong trademarks and quick rebrands to avoid infringement.
• Trade secrets & IP counseling: Advice on protecting trade secrets, confidential information and other federal IP considerations.
Federal trademark registration typically costs $1,600-$2,400 in total, including USPTO fees and attorney services. We offer flat-fee trademark packages starting at $1,200 plus USPTO fees, with flexible payment plans available for small businesses and startups.
The federal trademark registration process usually takes 8-12 months from filing to approval, depending on USPTO workload and any office actions. State trademark registration in Georgia or New York typically takes 2-4 months. We'll keep you updated throughout the entire process.
Federal trademarks provide nationwide protection and are required for interstate commerce, while state trademarks only protect your mark within that specific state. If you plan to expand beyond Georgia or New York, federal registration is usually the better choice.
Having a corporate name doesn't automatically give you trademark rights. Trademarks protect how you use your name in commerce, while corporate registration just reserves the business entity name. You'll need separate trademark protection for your brand.
We conduct comprehensive trademark searches to identify potential conflicts before filing. If there's a similar mark, we'll explore options like negotiating coexistence agreements, modifying your mark, or pursuing cancellation proceedings if appropriate.
Copyrights and trademarks protect different things. Copyrights protect creative works like logos, while trademarks protect brand names and slogans used in commerce. Many businesses need both types of protection.
At our firm, you’re not just a case number or file - you’re a person with a story. We bring the same empathy and relationship‑focused approach to our trademark clients that sets our Social Security practice apart.
Our team works will keep you informed at every step of the process, and tailor strategies to your business. We understand that small businesses often operate on tight budgets, so we offer flat‑fee trademark packages, and flexible payment plans, similar to those highlighted by competitor firms.
Because trademark law is federal, we can assist clients anywhere in the U.S. Currently, we focus on businesses and entrepreneurs in Georgia and New York. Whether you’re an Atlanta startup or a New York creative agency, we’ll guide you through searching, registering and enforcing your trademark rights.
And if you operate in both states, we’ll help you decide whether a federal or state trademark (or both) best fits your growth plans. Prospective clients from other states can still contact our firm for guidance on federal trademark and IP issues.
If you’ve been putting off trademarking your brand, now is the time. Don’t wait for someone else to claim your name and force you into an expensive battle. Call or text us at 678‑665‑9885 or contact us online for a free consultation. Together we’ll secure your brand so you can keep building the future you envision.
