Deluxe Trademark Registration

ATTORNEY FEE AGREEMENT

1. SCOPE OF SERVICES. Harrigan IP ("Attorney") agrees to perform an initial trademark screening search for the undersigned client's ("Client") proposed mark(s), prepare a draft federal trademark application, file the application with the United States Patent & Trademark Office (“USPTO”), and respond to any non-substantive refusals. The flat fee includes a 30-minute consultation regarding the search results.
2. FEES AND FILING COSTS. The flat fee for the services described above is $1,200 plus government filing fees. USPTO filing fees cost $350 per trademark class. If Client elects not to proceed with the filing of the mark after Attorney provides the search results and consultation, Client shall be entitled to a refund of the filing fee(s). Attorney's fees shall be considered earned after responding to Client regarding the search results and/or forwarding the draft trademark application. For "intent-to-use" applications (marks not yet in use), the USPTO charges additional fees. Once the mark has been approved and used in commerce, applicants have six months to file a Statement of Use. Attorney shall charge $375 per trademark class for preparing and filing the Statement of Use and $350 per trademark class for any necessary extensions of time. These fees must be paid prior to rendering the service.
3. OFFICE ACTIONS AND POST-REGISTRATION. Non-substantive Office Actions are those that require 30 minutes or less to respond and are included in the flat fee. Responses to substantive Office Actions (requiring more than 30 minutes), post-registration maintenance, appeals, and TTAB proceedings are not included in the flat fee. These services are handled separately on an hourly basis at $400/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.