USPTO TM Recent Postings

Changes to Trademark Rules of Practice To Mandate Electronic Filing

The USPTO has issued a final rule mandating electronic filing for all trademark applications and related documents. This change aims to streamline the trademark process and improve efficiency. The rule is effective February 15, 2020.

USPTO Proposed Trademark Fee Adjustment

The USPTO has issued a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) to adjust certain trademark fees. The proposed changes are intended to recover the prospective aggregate costs of future strategic and operational trademark goals, with potential adjustments to take effect as early as October 2020. The agency is considering the state of the economy, its operational needs, and public comments before issuing a final rule.

USPTO Trademark Fee Adjustment

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has issued a final rule adjusting trademark fees. This rule, published on November 17, 2020, will take effect on January 2, 2021, and impacts various trademark application and maintenance processes.

USPTO Trademark Fee Adjustment - Delay of Effective Date

The USPTO has issued a final rule delaying the effective date of certain trademark fee adjustments previously set for January 2, 2021. This rule clarifies that the fee for applications under section 66(a) of the Trademark Act, paid by international applicants designating the United States, will have its effective date delayed. The USPTO states this is a rule of agency practice and procedure.

USPTO Changes to Implement Trademark Modernization Act of 2020

The USPTO has issued a final rule to implement provisions of the Trademark Modernization Act of 2020. This rule introduces changes to trademark examination and post-examination procedures, including new grounds for cancellation and enhanced examination processes. The changes aim to streamline and modernize the trademark system.