US Trademark Registration (USPTO) Services
Protect your brand in the United States with a US trademark attorney based in the UK who files directly with the USPTO. No hand-offs, no delays – just clear advice and efficient filing.
Our US trade mark registration service is ideal for UK businesses exporting to or launching in the US, US founders looking for a responsive specialist team, brand owners who want speed and clarity without dealing with multiple firms, and law firms seeking specialist US trademark support for their clients. Call us today on 01522 712433 for our expert advice
Start Your Trade Mark Filing Today
Start your trade mark journey with confidence. Our easy-to-use online filing products are designed to help businesses protect their brand quickly and securely in key markets.
US Trade Mark Filing
Protect your brand in the USA. Purchase online today and our in-house US Trademark Attorney will help you to secure protection in one of the world’s largest markets.
£1,800.00
(ex VAT)
A clear recommendation on the best filing basis for your situation
A trademark application prepared for the USPTO
Guidance on your goods/services description to reduce avoidable objections
A clean, trackable process from instruction to registration
Clear and unambiguous charges throughout the process
Ongoing representation at the USPTO and provision of an address for service
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Why file your US trademark registration with Panoramix IP?
At Panoramix IP, US-focused trademark filing is one of our key specialisms. Your US trade mark work is led by Kevin Hanson, admitted to the California State Bar and registered to practise before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). As a UK and US dual-qualified attorney, Kevin files your application directly with the USPTO — there is no US associate firm in the chain, no mark-up, and no hand-off. The team also supports with UK, European, and international trademark filings.
You’ll work with one legal professional in one time zone, simplifying the process and ensuring faster communication and responses. Kevin has extensive experience handling US and international trademark matters.
With expertise in both US and UK trademark law, Kevin understands the requirements and potential pitfalls in each jurisdiction. This allows us to identify potential conflicts early and draft trademark specifications that work across jurisdictions – helping you avoid issues and unnecessary costs.
How To File a US Trademark
We handle everything from initial eligibility checks to post-registration renewals, minimising complications. Our international team offers guidance on how to address local challenges like state-level registrations or changes in US trade mark law.
By establishing clear rights and taking a proactive stance, you create a stable foundation for growth in a competitive marketplace.
Let Panoramix US be your trusted partner in safeguarding your brand across the US, ensuring your trade mark stands strong wherever you operate.
Here’s How It Works…
- Tell us what you want to protect: Brand name, logo, or both – and what you sell.
- Choose if you would like a pre-filing search carried out at the USPTO: this step is not essential but is advisable – there is an extra fee of £495 plus VAT for each mark searched.
- We confirm the filing approach + fixed filing fee: You’ll know exactly what’s included and what the USPTO charges.
- We prepare and file with the USPTO: Fast turnaround, handled in-house.
- We take care of ongoing US trademark application management: We handle all correspondence with the USPTO. All standard reporting is included in the fixed fee. Additional fees will arise in relation to any objections raised by the USPTO or if the application is opposed.
You’ll have unlimited access to Kevin Hanson, our US trademark attorney
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FAQs
How do I do a US trademark search?
A US search means checking the USPTO database for identical and similar marks — not just exact matches — because the USPTO can refuse a mark that’s merely ‘confusingly similar’. So you also look for soundalikes, alternative spellings and similar marks used for related goods and services. A basic search yourself is possible, but it’s easy to miss the results that actually cause a refusal. Send us the mark, your website and a short description of what you sell, and we’ll run a professional search and give you a clear go/no-go in plain English.
How long does a US trademark last?
A US trademark can last indefinitely, as long as you keep using it in commerce and file the required maintenance documents on time. The key deadlines are: a Declaration of Use between the fifth and sixth year after registration; a combined declaration and renewal between the ninth and tenth year; and a renewal every ten years after that. Miss these and the registration can be cancelled even if you’re still using the mark. We track these deadlines so nothing slips.
What's the difference between a state and a federal US trademark?
A state trademark protects your brand only within a single US state and is usually tied to doing business there. A federal trademark, registered with the USPTO, protects you across the entire United States and gives stronger legal rights and better enforcement — including help stopping copycats on major online platforms and, in some cases, at the US border. If you sell online, are expanding, or want nationwide protection, a federal (USPTO) trademark is usually the right choice.
Who can register a US trademark?
Anyone using, or genuinely planning to use, a brand in US commerce can apply — individuals or companies, based in the US or overseas. If you’re outside the US, USPTO rules require you to appoint a qualified US-licensed representative to handle the filing, which is where we come in. We guide you to the right filing basis and manage the process for you.
Do I need to be trading in the US already to file?
Not necessarily. You can file based on current use in US commerce, or on a genuine intention to use the mark in the US in future. The best basis depends on your launch plans and the evidence of use you can show. We’ll recommend the right approach before filing so your application starts on solid ground.
What can I register as a US trademark?
Most commonly a brand name (word mark), a logo, or both — and in some cases slogans and other distinctive brand elements. We’ll help you choose what gives the strongest protection for how you actually use your brand, rather than filing more than you need.
What's the difference between a word mark and a logo mark?
A word mark protects the wording itself, which gives broader protection because it covers the name however it’s displayed. A logo mark protects one specific design. Many brands start with a word mark for coverage and add a logo mark later, depending on budget and priorities. We’ll advise on the best order for you.
How many classes do I need for a US trademark?
It depends on what you sell. Trademarks are registered in classes of goods and services, and the official fee is charged per class, so more classes means higher cost. The goal is a specification that covers what genuinely matters without overpaying or leaving gaps. We’ll help you scope it correctly.
What happens after I file a US trademark application?
The USPTO examines the application, may raise questions or objections (an ‘Office Action’), and if it progresses, publishes it for opposition. If all is clear it proceeds to registration — or, for intent-to-use filings, you complete the final steps once you can show use in commerce. We manage the whole process end-to-end and respond to any Office Actions on your behalf.
How much does a US trademark cost?
A US trademark has two cost elements: our professional fee for preparing and filing the application, and the official USPTO fee, currently charged per class of goods and services. We also strongly recommend a pre-filing search to catch conflicts before you apply — it isn’t compulsory, but it’s far cheaper than a refusal. Because the total depends on the number of classes and whether you include a search, we give you a single clear quote up front. Contact us and we’ll set it out.
Can a UK company register a US trademark directly?
Yes. A UK business can hold a US federal trademark, but USPTO rules require overseas applicants to be represented by a US-licensed attorney. Panoramix is one of relatively few UK firms able to file directly with the USPTO, so you get US protection handled from the UK without needing to instruct a separate American firm. We manage the whole filing for you.
How long does it take to register a US trademark?
Typically several months to over a year, depending on whether the USPTO raises objections and whether anyone opposes. The application is examined, then published for opposition, before registering (or, for intent-to-use marks, after you show use). It’s slower than the UK, so if the US is on your roadmap it’s worth starting early. We keep the process moving and handle any Office Actions.
Should I register my trade mark in the UK or the US first?
It usually comes down to where your business and your risk are. Many UK-based brands protect the UK first, then extend to the US as they enter that market — and filing within six months of your UK application can let you claim the earlier UK priority date in the US. If the US is your main market, filing there sooner may make more sense. We’ll advise the sequence that best fits your plans.
Start Your Trade Mark Filing Today
Start your trade mark journey with confidence. Our easy-to-use online filing products are designed to help businesses protect their brand quickly and securely in key markets.
