Trademark Office Actions & Disputes

Contesting or Defending a Mark Before It Registers.

An opposition is a proceeding before the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB) — either challenging someone else’s pending application, or defending your own against a challenge.

Referred to our attorney partner. This is a Tier 2 service: opposition proceedings are legal representation, handled by our independent, licensed attorney partner, not by TCG directly.

Tier 2 — Referred to Attorney Partner

Service Overview

TTAB proceedings function like a specialized federal litigation — pleadings, discovery, evidence, and briefing — and require an attorney representing your interests before the Board.

TCG refers opposition matters to our independent attorney partner, who can evaluate the situation and represent you if you choose to proceed.

Our Process

How It Works

Share the Details

Tell us about the mark in question and where things stand.

Attorney Case Review

Our attorney partner assesses the situation and your options.

Engagement & Fee Discussion

You’ll receive a retainer or hourly quote directly from the attorney.

Proceeding Support

The attorney handles filings, deadlines, and representation before the TTAB.

Benefits

Why Work With Us on This

FAQ

Common Questions

No — TCG is not a law firm. TTAB representation is handled by our independent attorney partner under a separate engagement.

Typically quoted hourly or as a retainer, starting in the low thousands depending on complexity — the attorney will quote your specific matter.

These proceedings commonly run many months to over a year, depending on how contested they are.

Protect Your Position at the TTAB

Talk to our attorney partner about your opposition matter.