2025 Legal Fees

Our firm has elected to make our fees predictable and as easy to understand as possible. We hate hourly fees and imagine you do as well. As a result, unless otherwise agreed to in advance, we only use flat fee billing and general retainers.

Trademark Fees

Phase 1: Trademark Search and Consultation – Flat Fee: $1,250

In this initial phase, we conduct a comprehensive trademark search to assess availability and potential conflicts with existing trademarks. Our legal team then provides:​

  • We will provide advice and guidance on how to develop a strong and protectable brand name

  • If necessary, we will collaborate with you to brainstorm a variety of potential trademarks and will conduct a knockout search of your top three names to assess their viability

  • Once you have decided on a name, we will conduct a more thorough and comprehensive search of the USPTO database and issue a legal opinion letter which details the merits and risks of your proposed trademark

  • A consultation with expert legal advice to discuss the results of the search and proposed next steps

  • If you wish to move forward on your own, we will provide all the information and tools you need to prepare, file and monitor your own trademark application, increasing your chances for success

​This phase is crucial for mitigating risks and laying a strong foundation for your trademark application.

Phase 2: Trademark Application, Strategy and Filing - Flat Fee $1,500

After the search and consultation, we will prepare and file your with trademark application with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). Our services for this phase of the process include:

  • Preparation & submission of your trademark application.

  • Our fee includes up to THREE classes, additional classes billed at $250/class

  • We will be listed as your legal representative on your trademark file, and will notify you of all communications and legal issues that may arise while your application is pending (this process can take anywhere from 12-24 months)*

  • We will regularly check on the status of your application, and provide you with periodic updates, unlimited messaging via our secure client portal and pre-scheduled check in calls as necessary

*USPTO filing fees are not included in the cost of this service. They will be billed separately and charged to your credit card when it is time to file your trademark application. Office Action responses may require additional legal fees.

Alternatively, you can hire us for Phase 1 and Phase 2 at the outset of your case for reduced fee of $2,500.

Phase 3: USPTO Trademark Monitoring - Recurring Annual Retainer $500

​Upon receiving a notice of allowance or trademark registration, we will continue to serve as your Attorney of Record at the USPTO, providing:

  • Ongoing monitoring of the USPTO database for potential trademark infringement

  • Free pre-scheduled attorney calls for questions related to your trademark

  • Deadline tracking for required maintenance filings to insure you will never miss a deadline and allowing your trademark to get cancelled

  • Preparation & filing of maintenance documents.

​If you filed an Intent-to-Use (ITU) application, a Statement of Use must be submitted within 36 months of receiving a Notice of Allowance. Our firm will:​

  • Track your deadlines and file up to 6 extensions on your behalf (USPTO fees are billed separately)

  • Provide advice and guidance on the use of your trademark, and assist you in preparing the proper evidence to submit to the USPTO

  • Prepare and file a Statement of Use for the reduced fee of $150/class once you begin using your trademark in commerce

Other Trademark Fees

Statement of Use or Amendment to Allege Use - $250 per class

Simple Office Action Responses - $250-$1,000 depending on number of issues

Office Action Extension of Time - $250

Complex Office Action Responses - $1,000-$3,000

Review Notice of Publication - $250

Drafting and Recording Trademark Assignment Document - $500

Trademark Cease and Desist Letters

  • Drafting - $1,500-$3,000

  • Review of Cease and Desist Letter - $500-$1,000 (depending on number of pages - includes email report and recommendations)

  • Draft a response to a Cease and Desist Letter - $750-$3,000

  • Quoted fees do not include ongoing negotiations or correspondence with third party, or client revisions. These services will be billed at our prevailing hourly rates.

Settlement Negotiations

  • Coexistence, Licensing, or Purchase Agreement - $2,500-$5,000

  • Other negotiations are billed at the prevailing hourly rate

Petition to Make Special - $500

*Fees quoted do not include USPTO filing fees, which are subject to change and vary according to the filing submitted

Cancellation/Oppositions (TTAB Proceedings)

Petition for Cancellation/Opposition - $1,900

Answer to Cancellation/Opposition - $1,500

Mandatory Discovery Conference - $1,500

Additional fees for TTAB proceedings can be provided upon request

Contracts and Documents

Contract reviews are billed at a rate of $100/page with a $1,000 minimum fee

Custom Contract drafting - $2,500-$5,000 per contract

Mergers and Acquisitions

Letter of Intent - $5,000

Asset Purchase Agreement - $5,000-$10,000 (Does not include negotiations or revisions)

Depending on the specifics of the deal, a detailed quote will be provided when you engage our firm for legal services.

Prices are subject to change. The foregoing list is not all-inclusive of the services offered by the Firm. If you need assistance with something that is not listed above, please reach out for a more detailed price quote.

Although we despise hourly billing, for isolated projects where a flat fee is not appropriate, our prevailing hourly rates are $150-$650/hour. Also, for projects or work not listed above, we will bill by the hour.