Essential Trademark Registration

ATTORNEY FEE AGREEMENT

1. SCOPE OF SERVICES. Harrigan IP ("Attorney") agrees to perform an initial direct-hit trademark screening search at the USPTO for the undersigned client's ("Client") proposed mark(s), prepare a draft federal trademark application, and forward the application to the Client for filing.
2. FEES AND FILING COSTS. The flat fee for the services described above is $199 per single-class trademark application. Attorney's fees shall be considered earned after responding to Client regarding the search results and/or forwarding the draft trademark application.
3. OFFICE ACTIONS AND POST-REGISTRATION. Office Actions responses, post-registration maintenance, appeals, and TTAB proceedings are not included in the flat fee. These services are handled separately on an hourly basis at $350/hour with Client's advance approval. Client is responsible for related fees and costs.
4. NO GUARANTEE OF OUTCOME. Client acknowledges that Attorney makes no promises or guarantees regarding the outcome of the trademark application process. The USPTO may reject applications for various reasons, and the application process could result in denial of the trademark. Client understands and accepts this risk.
5. LIMITED REPRESENTATION. Client understands that this Agreement covers only the services specifically described herein. Any additional services, such as trademark enforcement, licensing, or litigation, are not included and will require a separate agreement.
6. ATTORNEY-CLIENT COMMUNICATION. Attorney will keep Client informed of progress and developments, and respond promptly to Client's inquiries and communications. Client agrees to cooperate with Attorney, be available as requested, provide necessary information and documents, and keep Attorney informed of Client's current contact information at all times.
7. CONFIDENTIALITY. All communications between Attorney and Client relating to the subject matter of this Agreement are confidential and shall be protected by the attorney-client privilege, unless waived by Client.
8. GOVERNING LAW AND JURISDICTION. This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Louisiana, United States. Any disputes arising under or in connection with this Agreement shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in New Orleans, Louisiana. By agreeing below, Client acknowledges that they have read, understand, and agree to the terms of this Attorney Fee Agreement as of today's date.