Practice.

The Law Office of Carrie Hedayati is a dedicated intellectual property law practice focused on trademarks and related matters. In the US, we have a ‘first to use’ system whereby it’s possible to obtain common law trademark rights simply through use. This is different from many other countries in the world where the entity or person who is ‘first to file’, with or without use, is generally afford trademark rights. However, there are many benefits to obtaining registration of your trademark. A federal, state or foreign trademark registration will aid you in protecting your brand name or image where you do business. Protection of your brand or mark is essential to preserve your reputation with customers and prevent competitors from cashing in on the recognition you've worked hard to create.

Ownership and enforcement of the rights related to your trademark will give you the opportunity to decide if, and when, others may use your brand or creation, and under what terms. Proper monitoring and portfolio management will enable you to protect your investment and keep an eye on what others are doing that may be impactful to your brand.


Information, not legal advice.

We utilize several government and non-governmental intellectual property offices and organizations both to execute work on behalf of clients and also to stay current on developments and emerging issues. Several of them have resources that can be helpful to clients to expand their understanding of legal processes and rights.

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)

The U.S. Copyright Office

The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO)

The International Trademark Association (INTA)

Information contained in trademark filings becomes part of the public record. Unfortunately, this means that information can be used by scammers who may attempt to impersonate governmental organizations or employees. You can read more about some of these scams and how to protect yourself below. If you are our client, we’re always happy to review an ‘official’ looking document or request if you have questions. If you’re not yet our client, that might be a good reason to become one.

Recordal, Renewal or Filing firms

Spoofed calls that impersonate the USPTO

Use extreme caution if buying registered trademarks from online auctions


Gearing Up for #INTA2024 🌍 Heading to Atlanta soon for the International Trademark Association’s Annual Meeting! This premier event brings together IP professionals from around the globe to discuss the latest trends, challenges, and opportunit
Gearing Up for #INTA2024 🌍 Heading to Atlanta soon for the International Trademark Association’s Annual Meeting! This premier event brings together IP professionals from around the globe to discuss the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in the world of trademarks. Over the next week, I’ll be attending insightful sessions, networking with other industry leaders, and soaking up all the knowledge this incredible conference has to offer. I’m especially looking forward to the Keynote given by Dr. Bernice A. King! 📚✈️ #inta2024 #inta2024atlanta #intaglobal #trademarktuesday #intellectualproperty #uspto #trademarks #brandprotection
Last month, the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) proposed significant changes to trademark fees and applications for fiscal year 2025. The proposed rules include the creation of new fees for missing details in applications, increases
Last month, the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) proposed significant changes to trademark fees and applications for fiscal year 2025. The proposed rules include the creation of new fees for missing details in applications, increases to the majority of filing fees, and the re-structure of trademark application options. The changes aim to provide resources to enable high-quality and timely trademark examination & review proceedings, as well as fund initiatives to declutter the trademark register & address fraud. The draft rules are open for public comment until May 28, 2024. More information on the proposed changes can be found by contacting our office or by checking out the link in our bio image credit: AlonzoDesign #trademarktuesday #intellectualproperty #uspto #trademarks
Scams utilizing the public information included in trademark filings have been around for A LONG TIME. In the past few months, the scammers have been getting even bolder with phone scams impersonating USPTO examiners and employees using phone numbers
Scams utilizing the public information included in trademark filings have been around for A LONG TIME. In the past few months, the scammers have been getting even bolder with phone scams impersonating USPTO examiners and employees using phone numbers similar to or spoofing actual USPTO numbers. Here are some tips to remember: ▫️The USPTO will NOT call you to request payment. Payment is made through their secure online portal. ▫️Most USPTO employees work remotely so there should not be background noise like a call center in the background, nor should there be a delay when you answer ▫️If we are your attorney of record, they will call us.
Last week, I had the privilege of attending back-to-back events in NYC presented by Alt Legal & Corsearch, and INTA, which both centered around the adoption of machine learning tools to generate creative content by clients, and as a means of incr
Last week, I had the privilege of attending back-to-back events in NYC presented by Alt Legal & Corsearch, and INTA, which both centered around the adoption of machine learning tools to generate creative content by clients, and as a means of increasing efficiency in providing legal services. Outside of the sessions, mostly over fantastic meals, I engaged in great conversations with clients, colleagues, and met a lot of wonderful people. So, the real takeaway is we need more trips to NYC! #trademarks #trademarktuesday #intellectualproperty #attorney #ai #womeninlaw⚖️ #inta #intany2024 @altlegal @intaglobal
This March, we honor the incredible achievements of women past and present. From pioneering legal minds to fearless leaders, their impact inspires us every day. Join us in celebrating #womenshistorymonth and advancing equality in law. Here’s to
This March, we honor the incredible achievements of women past and present. From pioneering legal minds to fearless leaders, their impact inspires us every day. Join us in celebrating #womenshistorymonth and advancing equality in law. Here’s to strong women: may we know them, may we be them, may we raise them 💼💪 #womeninlaw #womenshistorymonth #equalityinlaw #trademarktuesday #Trademark #intellectualproperty
Got your heart set on a special mark? Perform a quick search with an online search engine and the #USPTO’s new search tool to check for availability! Don’t know how to use it? The USPTO has webinars on February 14 (http://tinyurl.com/2wpp
Got your heart set on a special mark? Perform a quick search with an online search engine and the #USPTO’s new search tool to check for availability! Don’t know how to use it? The USPTO has webinars on February 14 (http://tinyurl.com/2wppxdw7) to help you become conversant in the love language of trademark searching. Then, get in touch with us to help make your trademark dreams come true by performing more in-depth searching and analysis. Have other plans on Valentine’s day? Find another USPTO training that works for you here: https://www.uspto.gov/about-us/events #trademarktuesday #Trademark #IntellectualProperty #valentinesday #hearts #brands Image Credit: Alla Savkina
Our 2023 year in review: we had 75+ US searches completed, 170+ filings with the USPTO, 400+ watch notices reviewed, 155+ client calls and meetings, and more than 100 hours of continuing education, in addition to all the work we did with our great co
Our 2023 year in review: we had 75+ US searches completed, 170+ filings with the USPTO, 400+ watch notices reviewed, 155+ client calls and meetings, and more than 100 hours of continuing education, in addition to all the work we did with our great colleagues outside the U.S.! Oh, and in the midst of it all, we welcomed 1 new baby, 1 new puppy, and mastered 1 new USPTO search system! #alwayslearning #yearinreview #trademarks #IP Art Credit: bgbluein
Happy Holidays from everyone at the Law Office of Carrie Hedayati! Thank you for a wonderful year. We appreciate all of our clients, colleagues, families, and friends. Please note that our office will be closed for winter holidays from December 22,
Happy Holidays from everyone at the Law Office of Carrie Hedayati! Thank you for a wonderful year. We appreciate all of our clients, colleagues, families, and friends. Please note that our office will be closed for winter holidays from December 22, 2023 through January 2, 2024 #happyholidays #seasonsgreetings #trademarktuesday #trademark #intellectualproperty
@uspto is transitioning to a new cloud-based trademark search system, bidding farewell to TESS on November 30, 2023. We've spent the past few months learning the new system and have high hopes for greater stability, usability and advanced functionali
@uspto is transitioning to a new cloud-based trademark search system, bidding farewell to TESS on November 30, 2023. We've spent the past few months learning the new system and have high hopes for greater stability, usability and advanced functionalities. #RIPTESS
We've closed the book on the 2023 International Trademark Association Leadership meeting in Houston, Texas! ✅Carrie & Mathilde reinforced strong relationships with attorneys they collaborate with. ✅ Carrie participated in the Leadership Bootcamp
We've closed the book on the 2023 International Trademark Association Leadership meeting in Houston, Texas! ✅Carrie & Mathilde reinforced strong relationships with attorneys they collaborate with. ✅ Carrie participated in the Leadership Bootcamp on Crisis Management. ✅Mathilde participated in a reception & meeting for INTA Rising Stars. ✅They each attended their committee meetings to engage in project work for the upcoming year. ✅They met with attorneys from approximately 17 countries. And,✅ attended educational sessions on Diversity Equity & Inclusion as well as Use & Treatment of Data, and the growth and community building of the Harris County-Houston Sports Authority
🌟 Huge Congratulations to Mathilde for being recognized as a Rising Star by the International Trademark Association🌟 In the inaugural class of Rising Stars, Mathilde is included with a select group of 50 peers from around the world with the purpose
🌟 Huge Congratulations to Mathilde for being recognized as a Rising Star by the International Trademark Association🌟 In the inaugural class of Rising Stars, Mathilde is included with a select group of 50 peers from around the world with the purpose of discovering and promoting future leaders. This honor underscores Mathilde's dedication and professionalism within the intricate realm of trademark law. Here's to a bright future filled with continued success! #INTA #INTARisingStar #congratulations #trademark #professionalachievement
Carrie ('14 JD) & Mathilde ('18 LLM) recently attended the #CaliforniaWestern reunion at Harbor & Sky in San Diego. The legal community created through #CWSL is a strong and nurturing environment where they first met when Carrie was the super
Carrie ('14 JD) & Mathilde ('18 LLM) recently attended the #CaliforniaWestern reunion at Harbor & Sky in San Diego. The legal community created through #CWSL is a strong and nurturing environment where they first met when Carrie was the supervising attorney for the #USPTO trademark clinic and Mathilde had just completed her LLM. Now, they enjoy staying connected to the school and supporting current students through hosting clinical externs and post bar clerkships #cwslalumni #calwesternschooloflaw
🔸Carrie & Mathilde are both happy to serve a second term on their current respective #INTAglobal committees🔸 #trademarkreporter #trademarktuesday #trademarks #intellectualproperty #IP
🔸Carrie & Mathilde are both happy to serve a second term on their current respective #INTAglobal committees🔸 #trademarkreporter #trademarktuesday #trademarks #intellectualproperty #IP
We've been exploring how we can utilize Machine Learning to optimize efficiency and enhance accuracy for our clients. Algorithms can assist in swiftly searching through extensive databases, detecting potential infringements, and providing valuable in
We've been exploring how we can utilize Machine Learning to optimize efficiency and enhance accuracy for our clients. Algorithms can assist in swiftly searching through extensive databases, detecting potential infringements, and providing valuable insights. However, we recognize the importance of proceeding with caution. While Machine Learning offers remarkable advancements, it is crucial to maintain human oversight and expertise throughout the journey. The interpretation of trademark laws, understanding of nuances, and complex legal considerations require human judgment and ethical decision-making. 🌐💡⚖️ art credit: mathisworks #Trademarks #IntellectualProperty #AI #machinelearning
Happy 4th of July weekend from the Law Office of Carrie Hedayati 🇺🇸🎆 Please note that our office will be closed until July 5th #IP #intellectualproperty
Happy 4th of July weekend from the Law Office of Carrie Hedayati 🇺🇸🎆 Please note that our office will be closed until July 5th #IP #intellectualproperty
Yesterday, we observed Juneteenth National Independence Day, which has been recognized as a federal holiday in the U.S. since 2021. This significant day commemorates the liberation of enslaved African Americans. Juneteenth derives its name from the c
Yesterday, we observed Juneteenth National Independence Day, which has been recognized as a federal holiday in the U.S. since 2021. This significant day commemorates the liberation of enslaved African Americans. Juneteenth derives its name from the combination of June and nineteenth, signifying its celebration on the anniversary of Major General Gordon Granger's historic proclamation of freedom for enslaved individuals in Texas on June 19, 1865. Notably, this proclamation came two and a half years after the issuance of the Emancipation Proclamation. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Juneteenth #Juneteenth #TrademarkTuesday #Trademark #IntellectualProperty
Thank you to @red.points and #Accelerate2023 for inviting me to be a part of your event. I treasure acquiring knowledge from fellow presenters at the conference, delving into the realm of emerging technologies, brand protection, and the dynamic lands
Thank you to @red.points and #Accelerate2023 for inviting me to be a part of your event. I treasure acquiring knowledge from fellow presenters at the conference, delving into the realm of emerging technologies, brand protection, and the dynamic landscape of e-commerce. In addition, I would like to thank @lbccfashion for the invitation to speak at your school. Learning is a two-way street, where you both share and learn from others - I always find it valuable to view things from a student's perspective to gain new insights. #trademarktuesday #IP #intellectualproperty
The prevalence of impostor scams via email and social media is on the rise, with bad actors impersonating reputable companies in an attempt to sell counterfeit goods or deceive people into sharing sensitive information, including passwords, account n
The prevalence of impostor scams via email and social media is on the rise, with bad actors impersonating reputable companies in an attempt to sell counterfeit goods or deceive people into sharing sensitive information, including passwords, account numbers, and banking details. Here are some ways to protect yourself against potential scams: ✅Only make payments or send money to individuals or organizations whose identity you can verify; ✅Confirm the legitimacy of social media accounts, email addresses and domains before responding or clicking any links, and; ✅Verify if a business is attempting to contact you by using the customer service numbers or email addresses stated in legitimate invoices, account statements, or websites If you are interested in attending the webinar by the USPTO, here is the link to sign up: https://www.uspto.gov/about-us/events/trademark-scams-how-avoid-them-and-what-do-if-you-get-fooled?utm_campaign=subscriptioncenter&utm_content=&utm_medium=email&utm_name=&utm_source=govdelivery&utm_term=
The Law Office of Carrie Hedayati is celebrating Women’s History Month by each team member picking a woman in history who inspires them. Carrie’s pick: Sarah Catherine Ragle Weddington (February 5, 1945 – December 26, 2021) was an
The Law Office of Carrie Hedayati is celebrating Women’s History Month by each team member picking a woman in history who inspires them. Carrie’s pick: Sarah Catherine Ragle Weddington (February 5, 1945 – December 26, 2021) was an American attorney, law professor, advocate for women's rights and reproductive health, and member of the Texas House of Representatives. She was best known for representing "Jane Roe" (real name Norma McCorvey) in the landmark Roe v. Wade case before the United States Supreme Court.[1][2][3] She also was the first woman General Counsel for the US Department of Agriculture. See here for more info: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sarah_Weddington accessed Mar 17 2023 Mathilde’s pick: Maria Grazia Chiuri is the first woman to lead the creative side of the Dior house - in its 69-year history. In addition to pushing the industry towards more environmental and human sustainability, she has often been inspired by feminism for the clothes she has created for Dior. See here for more info: https://wwd.com/feature/exclusive-dior-creative-director-maria-grazia-chiuri-talks-sustainability-climate-action-1203301945/ ; https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maria_Grazia_Chiuri Katie’s pick: Born in 19th century rural Louisiana to former slaves, Sarah Breedlove rose to become the first female African-American self-made millionaire in the United States. Known as Madam C.J. Walker, she developed a line of beauty care products for black women. See here for more info: https://www.scarsdalelibrary.org/event/madam-cj-walker-first-black-female-millionaire#:~:text=Born%20in%2019th%20century,care%20products%20for%20black%20women #internationalwomensday #trademarktuesday
Be aware‼️ You may be used to paper solicitations for trademark-related products and services, however we have recently been alerted of phone solicitations. As a reminder: ✔️ The USPTO will not call you directly! ✔️ If the USPTO emails you, we will
Be aware‼️ You may be used to paper solicitations for trademark-related products and services, however we have recently been alerted of phone solicitations. As a reminder: ✔️ The USPTO will not call you directly! ✔️ If the USPTO emails you, we will always be in CC ✔️ The USPTO no longer sends paper correspondence And lastly, if you ever receive anything questionable regarding your trademark, you can always feel free to email/call us for a quick answer
Gearing Up for #INTA2024 🌍 Heading to Atlanta soon for the International Trademark Association’s Annual Meeting! This premier event brings together IP professionals from around the globe to discuss the latest trends, challenges, and opportunit Last month, the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) proposed significant changes to trademark fees and applications for fiscal year 2025. The proposed rules include the creation of new fees for missing details in applications, increases Scams utilizing the public information included in trademark filings have been around for A LONG TIME. In the past few months, the scammers have been getting even bolder with phone scams impersonating USPTO examiners and employees using phone numbers Last week, I had the privilege of attending back-to-back events in NYC presented by Alt Legal & Corsearch, and INTA, which both centered around the adoption of machine learning tools to generate creative content by clients, and as a means of incr This March, we honor the incredible achievements of women past and present. From pioneering legal minds to fearless leaders, their impact inspires us every day. Join us in celebrating #womenshistorymonth and advancing equality in law. Here’s to Got your heart set on a special mark? Perform a quick search with an online search engine and the #USPTO’s new search tool to check for availability! Don’t know how to use it? The USPTO has webinars on February 14 (http://tinyurl.com/2wpp Our 2023 year in review: we had 75+ US searches completed, 170+ filings with the USPTO, 400+ watch notices reviewed, 155+ client calls and meetings, and more than 100 hours of continuing education, in addition to all the work we did with our great co Happy Holidays from everyone at the Law Office of Carrie Hedayati! Thank you for a wonderful year. We appreciate all of our clients, colleagues, families, and friends. Please note that our office will be closed for winter holidays from December 22, @uspto is transitioning to a new cloud-based trademark search system, bidding farewell to TESS on November 30, 2023. We've spent the past few months learning the new system and have high hopes for greater stability, usability and advanced functionali We've closed the book on the 2023 International Trademark Association Leadership meeting in Houston, Texas! ✅Carrie & Mathilde reinforced strong relationships with attorneys they collaborate with. ✅ Carrie participated in the Leadership Bootcamp 🌟 Huge Congratulations to Mathilde for being recognized as a Rising Star by the International Trademark Association🌟 In the inaugural class of Rising Stars, Mathilde is included with a select group of 50 peers from around the world with the purpose Carrie ('14 JD) & Mathilde ('18 LLM) recently attended the #CaliforniaWestern reunion at Harbor & Sky in San Diego. The legal community created through #CWSL is a strong and nurturing environment where they first met when Carrie was the super 🔸Carrie & Mathilde are both happy to serve a second term on their current respective #INTAglobal committees🔸 #trademarkreporter #trademarktuesday #trademarks #intellectualproperty #IP We've been exploring how we can utilize Machine Learning to optimize efficiency and enhance accuracy for our clients. Algorithms can assist in swiftly searching through extensive databases, detecting potential infringements, and providing valuable in Happy 4th of July weekend from the Law Office of Carrie Hedayati 🇺🇸🎆 Please note that our office will be closed until July 5th #IP #intellectualproperty Yesterday, we observed Juneteenth National Independence Day, which has been recognized as a federal holiday in the U.S. since 2021. This significant day commemorates the liberation of enslaved African Americans. Juneteenth derives its name from the c Thank you to @red.points and #Accelerate2023 for inviting me to be a part of your event. I treasure acquiring knowledge from fellow presenters at the conference, delving into the realm of emerging technologies, brand protection, and the dynamic lands The prevalence of impostor scams via email and social media is on the rise, with bad actors impersonating reputable companies in an attempt to sell counterfeit goods or deceive people into sharing sensitive information, including passwords, account n The Law Office of Carrie Hedayati is celebrating Women’s History Month by each team member picking a woman in history who inspires them. Carrie’s pick: Sarah Catherine Ragle Weddington (February 5, 1945 – December 26, 2021) was an Be aware‼️ You may be used to paper solicitations for trademark-related products and services, however we have recently been alerted of phone solicitations. As a reminder: ✔️ The USPTO will not call you directly! ✔️ If the USPTO emails you, we will