JSTMS is a U.S. trademark law practice founded by Jared Spindel, focusing on USPTO and transactional trademark matters.
Jared is a California-licensed attorney with 14 years of experience assisting clients with intellectual property and other commercial issues. He earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Toronto in 2011 and is also a CFA charterholder.
JSTMS is able to assist with all USPTO and transactional trademark matters.
From straightforward trademark registrations to complex TTAB appeals, JSTMS strives to deliver results in a cost-effective manner.
Schedule a free consultation to discuss your trademark needs and get a quote.
We generally offer this service on a flat fee basis, but the flat fee depends on the estimated complexity of the registration process and the services you would like included in the package.
To learn more, visit the trademark registration page or schedule a free consultation to discuss your needs and get a quote.
If you've already filed your trademark application and run into an obstacle in the form of an office action, we can help you understand your options for overcoming it and assist you with that process.
These are time-sensitive matters, so if you need help please get started by scheduling a free consultation as soon as possible.
This service is typically included in our flat-fee USPTO trademark registration packages. If you only need a clearance opinion, we can provide one. The scope and depth of the conflict check is flexible, depending on your budget and objectives.
Please schedule a free consultation to discuss how we can help.
This service is typically included in our flat-fee USPTO trademark registration packages for intent-to-use applicants. If you only need assistance with alleging use, whether through an amendment to your application or a separate statement of use, we can help you go through that process successfully.
Please schedule a free consultation to discuss how we can help.
If a declaration of use or renewal filing is due soon, we can help you go through that process successfully.
You may also want to consider engaging us to manage your trademark portfolio, which would include notifying you when renewals are due and handling the filing process for you.
Visit our trademark portfolio management page to learn more, or schedule a free consultation to discuss how we can help keep your brand(s) safe and strong.
Whether you're seeking to oppose someone else’s trademark application or responding to an opposition against your own, we’ll help you understand your options and the potential outcomes.
We’ll walk you through the process, clarify the costs and strategic considerations, and work to help you pursue the best course of action.
Schedule a free consultation to talk through your situation and learn how we can assist.
If you believe a registered trademark is interfering with your rights or was improperly maintained, you may be able to file a petition to cancel it. We assist with both initiating and defending cancellation proceedings before the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board. Whether the issue involves non-use, fraud, or likelihood of confusion, we help you assess your position and build a strategy tailored to your goals.
Schedule a free consultation to discuss your situation and learn how we can help.
If your trademark application has been refused by a USPTO examiner and you believe the refusal was improper, you have the option to appeal to the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB).
We can help you evaluate the strength of your case, explain the appeal process, and prepare a persuasive brief to support your position. Appeals are technical and deadline-driven, and we’ll guide you through each step to ensure your arguments are clearly and effectively presented.
Schedule a free consultation to discuss your next steps and how we can help.
We offer ongoing monitoring of the USPTO database to identify new trademark applications that may conflict with your brand. If a potentially problematic filing appears, we’ll alert you promptly and help you evaluate whether action is needed. Early detection gives you the best and most cost-effective opportunity to protect your rights.
We also provide USPTO database monitoring as a tool for market intelligence. This can include tracking trademark applications filed by known competitors or applications that relate to similar products or services.
Trademark monitoring is typically included in our trademark portfolio management packages, which may be of interest to you.
Schedule a free consultation to learn how we can help.
When ownership of a trademark changes, it’s important to document that transfer properly. We draft and review trademark assignment agreements that meet USPTO requirements and protect your legal interests. We also handle the filing of assignment documents with the USPTO to ensure the public record reflects the correct owner.
Schedule a free consultation to discuss how we can help ensure your trademark transfer is done correctly.
We can help you manage your business' trademark assets efficiently and strategically. Whether you have one mark or a growing portfolio across multiple markets, we offer guidance on registration, renewals, monitoring, and enforcement. Our goal is to ensure your trademarks remain protected, up to date, and aligned with your business objectives.
Schedule a free consultation to learn how we can help you build and maintain a portfolio that supports your brand long-term.