Engagement Agreement
Legal Mark Experts Engagement Agreement
Our engagement agreement defines how we partner with you on U.S. trademark matters—from scope and billing to client responsibilities and dispute resolution. Review the terms below so you know exactly what to expect as we protect your brand.
Trademark-Only Focus
Dedicated to trademark strategy, filings, and enforcement within the United States.
Transparent Billing
Flat fees, hourly support, and government costs outlined upfront with no surprises.
Client Collaboration
We rely on accurate, timely information to position your mark for success.
Navigate This Agreement
Understanding our relationship from day one.
Where and how we advocate on your behalf.
How flat, hourly, and government fees are handled.
Ending representation and related obligations.
Requirements tied to discounted plans.
Key boundaries on expected outcomes.
How we handle filings, specimens, and logos.
Information we rely on to serve you.
Time-sensitive requirements and limitations.
How we address conflicts of interest.
Refund eligibility and arbitration terms.
Record keeping and subscription renewals.
Keeping this agreement enforceable.
How to reach your Legal Mark Experts team.
Welcome
Thank you for choosing Legal Mark Experts, a private trademark law firm based in New York. We serve businesses across the United States with a singular focus on trademark registration for brand names, logos, and slogans. By using our services, you agree to our Terms of Service, Privacy Policy, Fee Agreement, and all applicable service terms referenced throughout our website.
Scope of Representation
Legal Mark Experts represents clients on a limited-scope basis for U.S. trademark matters unless otherwise agreed in writing. Until we complete a conflict check and formally confirm representation, you are considered a prospective client. Once accepted, we represent only the named client. For corporate clients, our engagement does not extend to individual officers, owners, or affiliates in their personal capacity.
Fees & Billing
Flat Fees
Earned once substantive work begins, including strategic review, analysis, consultations, or any action performed by a Senior Case Analyst or Paralegal.
Hourly Support
Billed upon invoice for services outside flat-fee scopes or for additional consultations.
Government Fees
Non-refundable once paid to the USPTO or any relevant authority.
Dormant Engagements
If no work occurs for over six months, the engagement automatically terminates unless extended in writing.
Termination
You may terminate our services at any time. Legal Mark Experts may also withdraw in accordance with applicable ethical guidelines. You remain responsible for all fees and expenses incurred up to the termination date.
Subscriptions & Bundled Discounts
Some discounted services require active subscriptions to maintain preferred pricing:
Trademark Watch Subscription
Requires a minimum six-month term to retain discounted filing fees. Early cancellation may trigger retroactive billing at standard rates.
Privacy Guard & Registered Agent
Services auto-renew annually. Cancellations require formal written notice according to the plan terms.
No Guarantees and Important Limitations
Legal Mark Experts has not made any guarantees or promises about the outcome of your trademark matter. Nothing in this agreement should be interpreted as a promise or warranty of success. Limited-scope engagements may not allow time to address every brand strategy question, meaning some issues could remain unresolved or outside our representation. If you need additional assistance beyond your current service, you may request a follow-up consultation for an additional fee.
Trademark Services Overview
When we prepare and file trademark applications on your behalf, the following terms apply:
1. Application Modifications
You authorize Legal Mark Experts to make reasonable modifications that improve registrability, including editing the goods/services description, adjusting classifications, or accepting USPTO-recommended changes such as disclaimers or translations.
2. Use-Based Applications & Specimens
- Submit only authentic, accurate specimens with your Section 1(a) filings.
- Allow our team to review specimens and, if necessary, locate alternatives on your public channels.
- Respond within 72 hours to requests for replacement specimens.
- Permit filing under Section 1(b) if no acceptable specimen is available.
- Acknowledge that fraudulent specimens may require us to withdraw representation.
3. Logo Trademark Applications
We may file your logo in black-and-white or with color claims depending on the strategy that provides stronger protection. Please notify us in writing if you have a specific preference.
Client Responsibilities
By engaging Legal Mark Experts, you confirm that:
- You own, or believe you own, the trademark and have the right to use it in U.S. commerce.
- To the best of your knowledge, no conflicting marks exist.
- All information you submit is accurate, truthful, and complete.
- Our filings rely on the information you provide; false or misleading statements can lead to denial or penalties.
Intent-to-Use Filings
For Section 1(b) applications, you must use the mark in commerce before the USPTO will grant registration. You are responsible for filing a Statement of Use with a valid specimen and any required fees once use begins.
Time-Sensitive Deadlines
Legal Mark Experts cannot file documents after a deadline passes. We may decline requests submitted fewer than seven days before a deadline if sufficient information is unavailable. Services will also be declined if filing would violate legal, ethical, or professional obligations.
Future Work and Conflicts of Interest
Our engagement is limited to the services described. Legal Mark Experts may represent other clients in unrelated matters, including clients whose interests may be adverse to yours, provided your confidential information remains protected. If a conflict arises, we will take appropriate measures consistent with ethical standards.
Communication Responsibility
Check your email and voicemail regularly to ensure you receive timely updates and requests from our team.
International Matters
For trademark protection outside the United States, we may refer you to trusted third-party providers. You are responsible for their separate fees and terms.
Advance Waiver & Counsel
You consent in advance to Legal Mark Experts representing future clients in unrelated matters, even if their interests conflict with yours, so long as your confidential information is safeguarded. You are encouraged to consult independent legal counsel about any conflict waiver provisions in this agreement.
Disclosure and Public Filings
You agree that we may disclose our representation for conflict checks or as part of required public filings. Information you supply may appear in publicly accessible USPTO records. We represent only the individual or entity named in this agreement. Notify us within one business day if you need us to consider conflicts involving affiliated companies or individuals.
Refund Policy, Dispute Resolution & Arbitration
Refunds
Refund requests for non-legal services must be submitted within five calendar days. Legal fees are non-refundable once services begin.
Dispute Resolution
Disputes are resolved through binding arbitration under JAMS rules in Santa Clara County, California, unless you opt out within 30 days. Arbitration covers claims related to fees, service quality, or trademark outcomes.
Ongoing Client Commitments
Throughout the engagement, you agree to:
- Provide accurate, timely information as requested.
- Keep contact information current.
- Pay all invoiced fees and expenses.
- Respond promptly to deadlines and communication from our team.
File Retention & Subscription Renewals
File Retention
Unfiled matter records may be deleted after one year. Filed records may be deleted after three years, in accordance with our retention policies.
Subscriptions & Auto-Renewals
Subscriptions auto-renew unless cancelled in advance. Promotional offers may convert to paid plans. Early cancellation can result in losing discounted benefits.
Termination of Services
We may suspend or terminate access if you breach terms, fail to pay, or disrupt service operations. If a third party sponsored your plan, you may transition to a personal plan to maintain continued access.
Severability
If any provision of this engagement agreement is deemed unenforceable, the remaining provisions remain in full force and effect, ensuring the overall agreement stays intact.
Contact Information
Have questions or need to update your engagement details? Reach out to our support team.
Address: 440 E. Southern Avenue, Tempe, AZ 85282
Phone: 1-877-794-9511
Email: support@legalmarkexperts.com
Our team is committed to providing timely, transparent communication throughout your trademark journey.