[E-trademarks] Opposer corporation not in good standing

[Pamela Chestek]

Hi Ken,

What a corporation can and cannot do when it is not in good standing is 
a matter of state law. My expectation is that it can only defend itself, 
not bring offensive actions, but you need to check the state's laws.

Also, restoring good standing is generally fairly simple, so it will 
only be a bump in the road, not a roadblock. But it might buy you time 
if that would be helpful to your case.

Pam

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On 6/26/2025 8:27 AM, Ken Liu via E-trademarks wrote:
> Can a corporation not in good standing with its state of incorporation 
> file an opposition in the TTAB? If such a party does file an 
> opposition, can the defendant applicant move to dismiss the proceeding 
> on this ground?
>
> I'm not finding any provisions on this issue in the TBMP.
>
> Best regards,
>
> Ken
>
> Kenneth Liu
>
> IP/Nonprofit Law
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> Of Counsel
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