Do I need to trademark my brand?

If you sell across states or online, yes — federal registration is far stronger than a common-law mark.

Copyright vs. trademark vs. patent?

Copyright = creative works. Trademark = brand identifiers. Patent = inventions and processes.

Can I file a patent myself?

You can, but drafting claims is technical — a poorly-drafted patent may be effectively worthless.

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Intellectual Property

Trademarks, copyrights, patents, and IP-infringement disputes.

Who it's for: Founders, creators, product companies, and inventors protecting or enforcing IP.

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Trademark clearance and USPTO filing (flat fee)
Copyright registration and DMCA takedowns
Patent search, drafting, and prosecution (utility & design)
IP-infringement enforcement and defense

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