Trademark Attorney · Flat Fee Pricing · Serving Clients Nationwide

Is your brand name actually protected?

As a flat fee trademark attorney serving Sacramento, Elk Grove, Galt & beyond, I make sure your trademark is built right, from search to registration to defense — with direct attorney access and no billable-hour surprises.

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Payment Plans Available Flexible options on all packages. No lump sum required.
Transparent, Flat-Fee Pricing Know exactly what you'll pay. No billable hours, no surprises.
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Michelle N. Collins, Esq. — Sacramento flat fee trademark attorney
Michelle N. Collins, Esq. Principal Attorney · Collins IP Law
Your Attorney

You're working directly with me. Not a paralegal, not a form.

I'm an intellectual property and business attorney based in Northern California. I focus on trademarks because I believe your brand name is one of your most valuable business assets, and most business owners don't realize how easy it is to lose it.

Unlike the DIY filing services you've seen advertised, I don't just submit whatever you type. I evaluate your mark strategically: reviewing existing registrations, identifying real risks, and building an application designed to succeed. When the USPTO pushes back, I know how to respond.

California State Bar, Active member
California Lawyers Association, Member
Spanish-speaking staff available
The Risk of Waiting

What happens if you don't protect your brand

Someone files before you do

Trademark rights in the U.S. generally favor whoever files first. Every month you wait is a month a competitor could register a similar name and block you from using your own brand.

You receive a cease and desist

If another business holds rights to a similar mark, they can demand you stop using your name. At that point you're choosing between a legal fight or a complete rebrand.

You lose everything you've built

Rebranding means new signage, new packaging, a new website, new marketing materials, and lost customer recognition. The cost almost always exceeds what registration would have been.

Free Guide

Learn how a USPTO examiner actually judges your trademark, before you file

Most DIY filers never see the refusal coming. This 7-page guide shows you the exact grounds examiners use to approve or refuse applications. In plain English.

  • The #1 refusal ground & how to sidestep it
  • The specimen and descriptiveness traps
  • A pre-filing self-audit checklist
Trademark Basics
for Small Business
The Examiner's-Eye View Inside
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Services & Pricing

Choose the level of protection that fits your goals

Every package includes direct attorney access and representation throughout the USPTO examination process. No handoffs to staff, no surprises.

Why flat fee? Most attorneys bill hourly at $300 to $500 per hour. A single application can run 8 to 12+ hours, and you won't know the total until the invoice arrives. With a flat fee, you know exactly what you'll pay before we start. No surprises, no runaway costs.
Most Popular
Full-Service
Enhanced
Everything you need for a strong application, start to finish.
Starting at
$2,697
per mark

Pay in two parts: 1/2 before the search and 1/2 before the application.

Get Started
  • 1-on-1 strategy session
  • Knockout + comprehensive clearance search
  • Attorney opinion letter & review session
  • Complimentary second search if high-risk results found
  • Application drafted & filed
  • USPTO fee (1 class) included
  • Non-substantive office action responses
  • Unlimited email access throughout
  • Client portal updates at every stage
  • Post-registration use & maintenance guide
All-Inclusive
Elite
Complete peace of mind. Includes substantive office action responses.
Starting at
$3,697
per mark

Pay in two parts: 1/2 before the search and 1/2 before the application.

Get Started
  • Everything in Enhanced, plus:
  • All office action responses included
  • End-to-end representation, no hidden costs
  • Ideal for marks in competitive or complex categories

All packages cover US trademark registrations only. Additional USPTO filing fees apply for each class beyond the first. The consultation fee is credited toward your package if you move forward within 14 days. Payment can be made in two parts: before the search, and then before the application if you decide to move forward.

The Real Cost

Getting it right costs less than getting it wrong

DIY filing gone wrong
USPTO filing fees lost (2 classes)$700
Free-form description surcharge (per class)$400
Second attempt filing fees (2 classes)$700
Office action response (per response)$1,500+
Attorney to untangle and refile$2,000+
Rebrand if the mark is unregistrable$5,000 - $15,000+
Revenue lost during 12-18 months of delayUnquantifiable
Realistic total $10,000+
vs
Done right the first time
Comprehensive clearance searchIncluded
Attorney opinion letterIncluded
Strategically drafted applicationIncluded
USPTO fee (1 class)Included
All office action responsesIncluded
Unlimited email accessIncluded
Post-registration maintenance guideIncluded
Elite package total $3,697
How It Works

What happens after you reach out

01

Schedule a Consultation

We discuss your brand, your business, and your goals. I'll tell you what I see and what I recommend.

02

Clearance Search

I run a thorough search across USPTO databases and common-law sources to flag any conflicts before you file.

03

Application & Filing

I draft and submit a complete, strategically crafted application. Not just a form with your name typed in.

04

Monitoring & Response

If the USPTO raises any issues, I respond. You get updates at every stage through your client portal.

Not ready to commit? Start here. Download our free guide. Learn how a USPTO examiner actually judges your application, before you file.
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Client Feedback

What clients say

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

"Michelle helped with the research and registration for our business trademark. She was very helpful, informative and knew exactly what we needed to have a successful registration. I am proud to display our US trademark certificate at our office knowing we are protected as a business."

M.S., Business Owner
★ ★ ★ ★ ★

"Working with Michelle was a great experience. She was very professional, knowledgeable and compassionate. She returned my calls and emails promptly and was always punctual to our meetings. I would recommend her to my family and friends."

C.K., Client
Questions

Still not sure where to start?

Schedule a consultation and I'll answer every question specific to your situation. The $147 consultation fee is credited toward your services if you move forward within 14 days.

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Trademark Basics for Small Business →
Trademark registration is a legal process, not a form-filling task. DIY services submit whatever you type. No strategy, no conflict analysis, no opinion on whether your application has a realistic chance of success. In many cases, clients end up paying more to fix a bad filing than they would have paid for an attorney from the start. I evaluate your mark, identify real risks, and build an application designed to succeed.
Typically 9–13 months from filing, depending on USPTO review timelines, whether an office action is issued, and whether any third parties oppose your application. A thorough clearance search and well-prepared application can help avoid delays.
Without a clearance search, you might file a mark that conflicts with an existing registration, leading to rejection, legal disputes, or expensive rebranding. A proper search reviews USPTO records and common-law uses, and the results require professional analysis to interpret correctly.
Yes. An "Intent-to-Use" application lets you reserve rights to your mark before you start selling. You'll need to demonstrate actual use before registration is finalized, but this protects your priority date from the moment you file.
Yes, as long as you continue using it in commerce and renew it at the required intervals (between years 5–6, then every 10 years). I include a post-registration guide with all packages so you know exactly what to do and when.
The consultation fee reserves dedicated time and focused attention for your matter. If you move forward with any service within 14 days, the full fee is applied toward your total, so it's not an extra cost, just an upfront investment in working together.
The USPTO raised trademark registration fees in 2025. The fee is now $350 per class for all application types. If your goods or services don't match the ID Manual exactly, there may be an additional $200 per class. Filing sooner locks in your priority date.
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Ready to protect your brand?

Schedule your consultation below. The $147 consultation fee is credited toward your services if you move forward within 14 days.

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