Louisiana Assignment of Trade Name, Trade Mark, or Service Mark
Understanding this form
The Assignment of Trade Name, Trade Mark, or Service Mark is a legal document that allows the current registrant to transfer ownership of a trade name, trademark, or service mark to another party. This form is crucial for maintaining proper rights and registrations in the context of business branding. Unlike similar forms that might only transfer usage rights, this form ensures the official ownership is legally recognized by the state of Louisiana.
Main sections of this form
- Name of registrant/assignor: The current owner who is transferring the rights.
- Check applicable box(es): Indicate whether the assignment is for a trade name, trademark, or service mark.
- Name and/or description of name or mark: Provide details about the name or mark being assigned.
- Date of registration: The date when the original registration was completed with the Secretary of State.
- Name of assignee: Identify the new owner and their state of incorporation if applicable.
- Goodwill transfer: Clause stating that the goodwill associated with the name or mark is also transferred.
Common use cases
This form should be used when the owner of a trade name, trademark, or service mark decides to transfer their rights to another individual or business entity. Common scenarios include selling a business, rebranding efforts, or changing ownership structures. It is essential to complete this form to ensure legal recognition of the new ownerâs rights.
Who needs this form
This form is intended for:
- Business owners looking to sell their trademarked brand.
- Individuals or entities acquiring an existing trade name, trademark, or service mark.
- Legal representatives handling business ownership transitions.
Steps to complete this form
- Identify the current owner (assignor) of the trade name, trademark, or service mark.
- Check the appropriate box indicating whether you are assigning a trade name, trademark, or service mark.
- Provide the name and description of the name or mark being assigned.
- Enter the date of registration with the Secretary of State.
- Complete the details for the new owner (assignee), including their name and address.
- Sign and date the form to complete the assignment process.
Is notarization required?
This form does not typically require notarization unless specified by local law. It is important to check any additional requirements that may apply in your situation.
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Typical mistakes to avoid
- Failing to check the appropriate box for the type of assignment.
- Not including the required filing fee.
- Omitting the date of registration.
- Forgetting to sign or date the form.
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FAQ
Since trademarks are used to identify a company or brand, it makes the most sense to file for trademark protection on the brand name, logo or image.So, if you are investing in a brand image, you should seek a trademark registration to protect it. But, your image may also qualify for copyright protection as well.
How much does a DBA cost in Louisiana? The filing fee to register an Assumed Name for a Sole Proprietorship in Louisiana varies by parish but is typically around $50. The cost to reserve a business name for a partnership, corporation, or LLC is $75.
Option 1: File Online with the Louisiana geauxBIZ Website. Option 2: File the Application to Register Trade Name by Mail or In-Person. Cost: $75 Filing Fee. $300 24-hour Expediting Fee. Office Address: Louisiana Secretary of State. 8585 Archives Ave. Baton Rouge, LA 70809. Mailing Address: Commercial Division. P.O. Box 94125.
You can not register a trademark for free. However, you can establish something known as a "common law trademark" for free, simply by opening for business. The benefit of relying on common law trademark rights is that it's free, and you don't need to do any specific work filling out forms, etc.
Walk-In. 8585 Archives Ave. Mail. Commercial Division. Fees. $75 Filing Fee. DBA Questions. Call the Louisiana Secretary of State's Commercial Division: (225) 925-4704. Renew Your DBA with the State. Withdraw Your DBA.
Register the trade name with the Louisiana Secretary of State. You may contact the Louisiana Secretary of State Office at (225) 925-4704 to obtain the necessary forms. You may also submit the application electronically on the Louisiana Secretary of State website.
4704, by fax to 225.932. 5314, or by mail to P.O. Box 94125, Baton Rouge, LA 70804. Names can be reserved for 120 days by filing an application for reservation and the requisite $25 filing fee with the Secretary of State. If you are reserving a trade mark or service mark, they must be reserved under a class number.
