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Buying Rights To A Name 95%

A legal contract must document the transfer of "goodwill" associated with the mark.

Submit your application via the USPTO Trademark Center . TEAS Plus: Approximately $250 per class (most streamlined).

You must specify which categories of goods or services (out of 45 classes) the name will protect. Costs are typically calculated per class.

Costs vary wildly based on brand value, from a few thousand to millions for established brands.

A USPTO attorney reviews the application (taking 8–12 months on average). If approved, it is published for 30 days to allow for public opposition. 2. Buying an Existing Trademark (Assignment)

Verify the mark is active, not in legal dispute, and that the seller has the legal right to transfer it.