Respond with a clear plan
Trademark Office Action Responses
An Office Action is a letter from the USPTO identifying an issue with a trademark application or Statement of Use. The right response depends on the exact notice, the issues raised, and the deadline stated in your record. We start by reviewing those details with you.
Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM Pacific Time
Which stage are you facing?
Nonfinal Office Action Response
Review a nonfinal USPTO trademark Office Action and request a quote for addressing the issues in your notice.
Explore this serviceNotice-specific supportFinal Office Action Review
Request a timely review of a final USPTO trademark Office Action, reconsideration options, and appeal-related deadlines.
Explore this serviceNotice-specific supportNonfinal Statement of Use Office Action
Review a nonfinal USPTO Office Action issued after a Statement of Use, including specimen and use-related concerns.
Explore this serviceStart with the notice, not a template
An examiner may ask for a clarification, a different specimen, or a response to a refusal. Some issues are procedural; others call for legal analysis. We review each point rather than treating every letter the same way.
- Confirm the application and notice type in the USPTO record.
- Identify each requirement or refusal and the response deadline.
- Discuss the available response path and the work involved before quoting a fee.
Choose the path that fits your notice
A nonfinal action introduces issues for a response. A final action follows earlier examination and may involve reconsideration, an appeal, or other time-sensitive choices. A Statement of Use can also receive an Office Action after filing.
- Nonfinal Office Action response
- Final Office Action review
- Nonfinal Statement of Use Office Action
What to send us
Share your trademark name, USPTO serial number, notice issue date, and a short description of the problem. The serial number lets us locate the public record. Please do not send confidential strategy or documents through the first inquiry form.
Questions about this service
Does every Office Action require a formal response?
No. The notice itself states what is required. Some minor matters may be handled differently, so we review the actual letter before recommending a route.
Can you guarantee approval after a response?
No. The USPTO decides whether the issues have been resolved. We can explain the work and possible next steps after reviewing your notice.
Office Action guideStatement of Use guideSpecimen guide
For general process information, see the USPTO guidance on responding to Office Actions. Your application record and notice control your deadlines.
Discuss your actual application
Share the public application details and the notice you received. We’ll discuss the required work and fees before proceeding.