Get Ca Tm-100 2015

Filing the CA TM-100 is an essential step in securing the protection of your trademark or service mark in California. This guide provides clear and detailed steps to assist you in completing the application successfully.

Follow the steps to complete the CA TM-100 application.

1. Click ‘Get Form’ button to access the CA TM-100 application and open it in the editor.
2. Select whether you are applying for a Trademark or Service Mark by checking the appropriate box at the top of the form.
3. Provide the complete name of the owner (Registrant) of the mark in the designated field.
4. Enter the full business address, including city, state, and zip code, without abbreviations.
5. A Declaration of Ownership is mandatory. Ensure you do not modify this declaration.
6. Identify the business structure of the owner by checking the relevant box and including the state or country of origin.
7. If applicable, list the names of the general partners if the registrant is a limited partnership.
8. Describe the mark, including whether it is a design or consists of words, and ensure to attach a drawing on a separate 8 ½” x 11” sheet of paper.
9. If the mark includes a design, refer to the Design Search Code Manual to include appropriate design codes.
10. If necessary, disclaim any descriptive words included in the mark that cannot be exclusively owned.
11. Enter the dates the mark was first used anywhere and specifically in California.
12. List the specific goods or services associated with the mark. Avoid using general terms; be as specific as possible.
13. Include the classification code(s) for the listed goods or services, ensuring you check applicable class numbers.
14. If the mark has been previously filed with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, provide the relevant application details.
15. Indicate how the mark is used in commerce by checking the boxes that apply.
16. Prepare and attach three identical original specimens demonstrating the mark in use.
17. Complete the Declaration of Accuracy section by signing and dating the application.
18. Once completed, save the changes and choose to download, print, or share the application as needed.

Start filling out the CA TM-100 online today to protect your trademark or service mark!