Instructor

Hi, I’m Shawntia Maria. When I started my business a few years ago, I came across individuals using my slogans and designs for my business. At that moment I realized I did not own my brand and business. So, I decided to do my own research to learn how to trademark and protect my brand. I currently have 4 registered trademarks. When I first started this process it was a bit overwhelming, but I wanted to help other business owners know if I can do it, so can YOU and this is why I decided to launch this course.

Course curriculum

  • 1

    Welcome

    • Welcome!

    • What To Expect In This Course

    • Disclaimer

    • About the Instructor

    • Why Should You Trademark?
  • 2

    Trademarks

    • What is a Trademark?

    • The Trademark Process

    • What is a Specimen?

    • What is a Trademark Search?

    • Trademark Application Forms

    • What Can You Trademark?

    • Types of Marks

    • Trademark Categories

    • In Use vs. Intent to Use

    • Trademark Classes & Classifications

    • Trademark ID Manual

    • Principal vs. Supplemental Register

    • Office Actions

    • Beware of Misleading Solicitations By Private Companies

    • What happens when trademark infringment takes place?

    • What Happens After You Receive Your Trademark Registration

  • 3

    Step by Step Guide on How I Filled Out My Trademark Application

    • Step by Step Trademark Search Part 1

    • Step by Step Trademark Search Part 2 Design Search Code

    • Trademark Status and Document Retrieval

    • I Promise to Love Myself Design Mark Application Part 1

    • I Promise to Love Myself Design Mark Application Part 2

    • I Promise to Follow Jesus Word Mark Application

    • Promise Quest Sisters Service Mark Application

    • Promise Quest Sisters, What's Your Promise? Design Application Part 1

    • Promise Quest Sisters, What's Your Promise? Design Application Part 2

    • Promise Quest Sisters, What's Your Promise? Design Application Part 3
  • 4

    Wrap Up!

    • Congratulations! You Did It!

  • 5

    Important Links & Resources

    • Important Links and Resources

    • Trademark Checklist

Disclaimer

Shawntia Maria is not an attorney and CANNOT provide legal advice. The Trademark Truth Online Course provides educational, general, and legal information for individuals about the trademark process. The information contained in the Trademark Truth Course is based on Shawntia Maria's personal experience with trademarks. Communication between an individual and Shawntia Maria concerning the Trademark Truth Course is NOT considered legal advice and please contact an attorney with legal advice concerning your trademark application.