[E-trademarks] Fwd: Application conflict action required -- fresh new bullshit

Tue Jan 9 00:06:11 EST 2024

Unclear whether they're even connected to this site or scamming it b/c
their email is .pro vs. .com... but "Happy New Year Free Trademark
Registration" is quite the offer... https://alphatrademarks.com/

Other interesting lines -
*The official filing fee with USPTO is $350 per class** for 10
years**.   *Nevermind
that pesky 5th/6th year renewal...
*T**rademark Deluxe, or its clients (the filers), do not have any say in
the assigning of the classifications neither we are authorized to do so.  *When
the catfish can't keep their fake names straight...
*The trademark attorneys of the USPTO are experts and experienced in their
work and **have the right idea for classifications**.*
Interesting #UPL disclaimer as well - Alpha Trademark does not act as a
‘attorney referral service’ and does not provide any legal advice or legal
representation. We provide information and software only.

<https://www.ioninlaw.com/>

JACLYN IONIN, ESQ.
Owner, Principal Attorney, Ionin Law
<https://www.facebook.com/ioninlaw> <https://www.instagram.com/ioninlaw/>
<https://www.linkedin.com/company/ioninlaw/> <https://calendly.com/ioninlaw>
  Trademark & Business Law
  646.470.1167
  www.ioninlaw.com
  31 Hudson Yards, FL 11 New York, NY 10001
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[image: App Banner Image]

On Mon, Jan 8, 2024 at 11:57 PM Catherine Goe via E-trademarks <
e-trademarks at oppedahl-lists.com> wrote:

> The writer is a "paralegal officer."  Ugh.  No legit paralegal would
> ever sign such a communication.  It solicits establishing a client
> relationship and gives legal opinions re: consequences of
> action/non-action.  Possible to prosecute for unauthorized practice of law?
>
> Lara, Hi!  I suggest sending an email to the USPTO office that looks into
> these matters at:  TMScams at uspto.gov.  [See USPTO Trademarks home page
> under caption "Protect Against Scams."]
>
> Cat Goe, TM Admin/Paralegal
> Graduate of ABA-approved course of paralegal studies
> Certified by NALA (Nat'l Assn of Legal Assistants)
>
> On Mon, Jan 8, 2024 at 8:37 PM Lara Pearson via E-trademarks <
> e-trademarks at oppedahl-lists.com> wrote:
>
>> Happy Monday Listfriends:
>>
>> Anyone else get something like this (forgive me if it already came up on
>> the list and I missed it)? These make me so angry!
>>
>> Best part, the XXXYYY mark referenced in Alex's email below was
>> registered in April 2021, but his email did cause me a moment of discomfort
>> thinking, "oh crap, did we drop the ball on that app?" followed by another
>> minute of looking it up in New TESS to ensure we didn't drop the ball. Good
>> grief! As if we TM attys don't have enough real issues to concern ourselves
>> with, we have fraudsters like this wasting our time.
>>
>> This language is particularly troubling: "Failure to confirm your
>> intention to register will result in the USPTO transferring the rights
>> to the trademark name and mark to the new applicant," not because I
>> believe it, but because I could see a pro se applicant believing it; and
>> then what? These asshats steal the client's money and move on?
>>
>> Is there any hope of stopping this besides marking it as spam and hoping
>> they don't change email addys?
>>
>> Thanks, friends.
>>
>> Warmly,
>>
>> ~ Lara
>>
>> ---------- Forwarded message ---------
>> From: <alex.smith at alphatrademarks.pro>
>> Date: Mon, Jan 8, 2024 at 2:47 PM
>> Subject: Application conflict action required
>> To: <Lara at brandgeek.net>
>>
>>
>> Dear Lara Pearson,
>>
>> I hope this email finds you well. We are writing to address a
>> time-sensitive matter related to your trademark application named
>> “XXXYYY” Upon reviewing your application, it has come to our
>> attention that while you initiated the trademark application process,
>> you did not proceed with the government classifications, resulting in an
>> incomplete filing. Unfortunately, due to this incomplete filing, the
>> United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has received another
>> application for the same trademark and name.
>>
>> The USPTO has notified us that there is a potential conflict between
>> your application and the new application. To resolve this matter, we
>> need your immediate clarification on your intent to proceed with the
>> registration of the trademark under the same name and mark. If you still
>> intend to proceed with the trademark registration, we require your
>> confirmation within the next 24 hours. Failure to confirm your intention
>> to register will result in the USPTO transferring the rights to the
>> trademark name and mark to the new applicant. Please understand that
>> time is of the essence, and we strongly recommend that you respond
>> promptly to this email. If you have any questions or need further
>> assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us immediately at (212)
>> 417-0344.
>>
>> We understand the significance of your trademark and are committed to
>> helping you navigate this situation. Your swift action will ensure the
>> protection of your rights and interests.
>>
>>   Thank you for your immediate attention to this matter.
>>
>> Regards,
>> Alex Smith
>> Paralegal officer
>> PH: (212) 417-0344
>> https://alphatrademarks.com
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