How do I register my logo in Missouri?

To register your Missouri LLC, you’ll need to file the Articles of Organization with the Missouri Secretary of State. You can apply online or by mail. Read our Form an LLC in Missouri guide for details.

Can I register trademark by myself?

Yes, as long as you are an American citizen or a company domiciled in the United States, you are able to file your own trademark application.

How do I register a trademark or logo?

Trademark Application Process:

1. Complete a trademark search.
2. Secure your rights.
3. Submit an initial application at uspto.gov on the Trademark Electronic Application System or TEAS.
4. Fill out the TEAS form for an initial application. Be sure to upload the file of your logo.
5. Submit an “intent-to-use” form.
6. Pay the fees.

Can you register a trademark without a logo?

You don’t own the federal trademark rights to the name by itself, or the logo by itself. You only own the trademark rights to the name and logo displayed together as a single unit. This might work well enough for you if you always use your name in conjunction with your logo.

How does trademark registration work in the state of Missouri?

Registration of a mark with the Missouri Secretary of State’s office secures certain rights and interests for the registrant in the state of Missouri. Proper registration prohibits anyone other than the owner of the mark from using the mark without the owner’s consent for a period of ten years, subject to certain condition.

Where to register a service mark in Missouri?

The registration of trademarks and service marks is handled by the Corporations Section of Business Services. Registration of a mark with the Missouri Secretary of State’s office secures certain rights and interests for the registrant in the state of Missouri.

How to renew a trademark or service mark?

To register or renew marks, or to assign a mark, download the forms using the links provided below and follow the attached instructions: Click here for answers to frequently asked questions related to trademarks and service marks.

How to get a Missouri tax i.d.number?

1. Missouri Tax I.D. Number: If you have ever been issued a Missouri Tax I.D. Number by the Missouri Department of Revenue, enter it here. If you do not have one, leave this field blank. 2. You may be required to submit a Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN) to complete your business registration.