EPISODE · Jul 3, 2024 · 5 MIN
How to Do a Trademark Clearance Search | Ep. 13
from The Business of Doing Business® with Yasmine Salem Hamdan
In this episode, we discuss the importance of doing a trademark clearance search and share helpful tips on how to do one yourself before contacting or hiring a trademark lawyer.Investing in your business can be costly, so it’s essential to ensure your trademark is available before you register. Conducting a trademark clearance search beforehand can save you the hassle and expense of rebranding later due to potential conflicts.Chapters:01:31 How To Conduct Your Own Trademark Clearance Search01:34 Tip #1: Decide on the name or phrase you're going to be using01:59 Tip #2: Create a list of variations02:42 Tip #3: Search on relevant platforms03:45 Benefits To Conducting A Trademark Clearance Search⭐️ FREE GUIDE: Download your copy of our Legally Launch Guide & Legal Check-up Checklist!👩💻 Could your contracts use a legal upgrade? SHOP lawyer-created contracts for your business at Coachesandcompany.com🤝 Looking for more networking opportunities & business referrals? JOIN our private business referral network for B2B professionals & agencies!Be featured on the show!ASK your own question via #AskYaz, a business advice column-style segment addressing YOUR business questions!SHARE your silly (or awkward) business story on Business Bloopers, a segment featuring amusing, unexpected, and sometimes painful client & business situations!Want to be a guest on the podcast? Just Fill out this form for a chance to be our next podcast guest! LEAVE US A REVIEW on Apple or Spotify for a chance to be featured on an episode!📲 Hang out with us on Instagram, Twitter (X) & Threads!Disclaimer (because, duh): The information presented in this podcast and on any affiliated platforms are for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes only. Consuming this content does not create an attorney-client relationship. If you need legal advice pertaining to your particular situation, you should consult directly one-on-one with an attorney. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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In this episode, we discuss the importance of doing a trademark clearance search and share helpful tips on how to do one yourself before contacting or hiring a trademark lawyer.Investing in your business can be costly, so it’s essential to ensure your trademark is available before you register. Conducting a trademark clearance search beforehand can save you the hassle and expense of rebranding later due to potential conflicts.Chapters:01:31 How To Conduct Your Own Trademark Clearance Search01:34 Tip #1: Decide on the name or phrase you're going to be using01:59 Tip #2: Create a list of variations02:42 Tip #3: Search on relevant platforms03:45 Benefits To Conducting A Trademark Clearance Search⭐️ FREE GUIDE: Download your copy of our Legally Launch Guide & Legal Check-up Checklist!👩💻 Could your contracts use a legal upgrade? SHOP lawyer-created contracts for your business at Coachesandcompany.com🤝 Looking for more networking opportunities & business referrals? JOIN our private business referral network for B2B professionals & agencies!Be featured on the show!ASK your own question via #AskYaz, a business advice column-style segment addressing YOUR business questions!SHARE your silly (or awkward) business story on Business Bloopers, a segment featuring amusing, unexpected, and sometimes painful client & business situations!Want to be a guest on the podcast? Just Fill out this form for a chance to be our next podcast guest! LEAVE US A REVIEW on Apple or Spotify for a chance to be featured on an episode!📲 Hang out with us on Instagram, Twitter (X) & Threads!Disclaimer (because, duh): The information presented in this podcast and on any affiliated platforms are for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes only. Consuming this content does not create an attorney-client relationship. If you need legal advice pertaining to your particular situation, you should consult directly one-on-one with an attorney. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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