Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Notice of Allowance in a trademark filing with the United States Trademark Office?

If no opposition is filed or you successfully overcome anopposition, you do not need to take any action for the application to enter thenext stage of the process. Absent any opposition-related filings, the UnitedStates Trademark Office generally will issue a Notice of Allowance about 8weeks after publication. A Notice of Allowance indicates that your mark has been allowed,but does not mean that it has registered. As the next step to registration,within 6 months of the issue date of the Notice of Allowance you must: When you request to register yourtrademark through Trademarkia, an attorney representing you can help younavigate the process.