Discovering another business using a name, logo, slogan, or other branding that appears similar to yours can be concerning. Depending on the circumstances, a cease and desist letter may be an initial step toward addressing potentially unauthorized use.
Stop unauthorized use of your brand.
A properly prepared letter can explain the trademark owner’s position, identify the disputed activity, and request appropriate action. However, not every similar use is necessarily infringement, so the facts should be evaluated before sending a demand.
Evaluate the disputed activity carefully and prepare a clear, formal cease and desist demand.
Share your brand details, the other party’s name, URL, and what they are using.
We evaluate your trademark rights and the facts surrounding the disputed use.
We draft a formal cease and desist letter explaining your position and demands.
Review the draft letter and confirm all factual and brand details.
Deliver the demand notice and evaluate any response from the other party.
Clear answers about addressing unauthorized brand use, copycat logos, and formal demand letters.
Discovering another business using a name, logo, slogan, or other branding that appears similar to yours can be concerning. Depending on the circumstances, a cease and desist letter may be an initial step toward addressing potentially unauthorized use.
A properly prepared letter can explain the trademark owner’s position, identify the disputed activity, and request appropriate action.
Not every similar use is necessarily infringement, so the facts should be evaluated before sending a demand.
A cease and desist letter may address unauthorized use of a trademark, copycat names or logos, potentially confusing branding, and online or commercial trademark use.
Evaluate the disputed activity and take a structured initial step to protect your trademark.
U.S. TRADEMARK REGISTRATION