Search for Conflicting Names
Because trademark rights are based on use, it's recommended to first conduct a comprehensive search to determine if someone else is using the same or similar name. However, unlike a business selling products or services, a traditional trademark search service may not be sufficient for a performer or band.
If you intend to perform or release your music nationwide and another band has been using the same name before you, they could have superior rights within a particular state and prevent you from using that name there. Often, a more successful band will have to buy out the local band's rights - a very expensive situation that you'd want to avoid.
Trademark searches provide the information you need about the availability of your proposed mark and can save a lot of time and money in the future.
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Comprehensive Trademark Search - $199.00
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U.S. Federal Trademark Search - $99.00
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Includes U.S. Federal, State, Common Law, Domain Names and Canadian Databases.Trademark Search Process:
In less than 5 minutes you complete our secure and easy online Trademark Search form.
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The DirectLegal team will conduct a customized trademark search depending on your needs.
We can perform a Knock-Out Search for direct conflicts (free with trademark application). This search is helpful when you have several name choices and you'd like to narrow the field by eliminating any obviously unavailable marks.
Our Band Name Trademark Search service goes way beyond the traditional search. In addition to searching federal, state and common law trademark databases, we can also search:
- Music Industry Directories
- Entertainment Databases
- Band Name Registries
- Touring and Recording Directories - and more.
We'll prepare your customized Trademark Search Report and forward directly to you. If there are no direct conflicts or strong similarities, the next step is Federal Trademark Registration.
Questions? View our Music Trademark Guide.
