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Registration of Logos and Figurative Trademarks

A trademark is a commercial asset whose protection should be planned before, during and after the filing process. A logo filing should specify whether the protected sign is the image, a word, or a combination. That choice affects the scope of the resulting registration.

What to keep in mind

Review graphic files, distinctive elements, material color features and consistency with the branding actually used; consider separate applications where appropriate.

Repeated substantial redesigns can reduce the practical value of a registration tied to an older design.

Distinctions often confused

A figurative trademark is a distinctive sign; it does not replace every copyright protection available for the artwork.

Frequently asked questions

Should a name and logo be registered together?
It depends on use; separate filings sometimes offer greater flexibility.
Does changing a logo's colors require a new registration?
Not invariably; the registered version and degree of alteration must be assessed.

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