The document outlines the comprehensive procedures for filing a patent trademark application with a priority date in Bexar, emphasizing the importance of both patents and trademarks in protecting intellectual property rights. Key features include the types of patents available—utility, design, and plant patents—along with their respective requirements for application. It details the essentials for submitting a patent application, including the specification, drawings, and filing fees, as well as the examination process and consequences of applications being rejected or granted. Additionally, it discusses the critical steps in registering trademarks, including the types of marks and the requirements for federal registration, which lasts for ten years and can be renewed indefinitely. This handbook serves as a vital resource for attorneys, partners, owners, associates, paralegals, and legal assistants by clarifying the application process, and the unique considerations involved in both patent and trademark law, ultimately supporting strategic business decisions in intellectual property management.