A trademark or service mark for your band name is not a bad idea. I'd be happy to help you with this. Feel free to contact me.

Adam

You would be looking for a service mark. (This is the equivalent to a Trademark, but you are selling a service, not a product)

If you have sold shirts with your bands name in other States, then you would likely be eligible for a Nationally registered Service Mark. If however the United States Patent and Trademark office determines that you are not the first or only band using that name they may reject your application.

I would be happy to give you a free consultation, however i will be busy with a Jury Trial for about a week. If you would like to discuss this further please give me a call after the 4th of July.

The other attorneys are right on point here. A review of all facts and a personal consultation is needed. Once you federally register, you gain certain presumtpive rights that apply throughout the U.S. Prior users, however, are grand-fathered in. Consult with a trademark attorney in your area for specifics.

Kevin B. Murphy, B.S., M.B.A., J.D. - Mr. Franchise

Franchise Attorney