PTO SHAKES UP RULES OF TRADEMARK PRACTICE IN U.S.

On July 2, 2019, the United States Patent and Trademark Office published a new rule requiring applicants and registrants located outside of the United States to be represented by a qualified U.S. attorney effective August 3, 2019.  The new requirement is intended to reduce inaccurate and potentially fraudulent trademark submissions from foreign domiciled parties.  We at Leason Ellis stand ready to help and can take over representation of affected applications and registrations without charge.  If you have any questions, please contact Peter Sloane, Chair of the Trademark Practice Group, by e-mail at sloane@leasonellis.com or by phone at 914.821.9073.