File your Statement of Use with America’s #1 trademark filer*
File your Statement of Use with America’s #1 trademark filer*
You have six months to file your Statement of Use after your Notice of Allowance. Let an experienced trademark attorney handle your filing from start to finish at $449 + filing fees**
You have six months to file your Statement of Use after your Notice of Allowance. Let an experienced trademark attorney handle your filing from start to finish at $449 + filing fees**
Trademark Statement
of Use Filing
Don’t risk missing your USPTO deadline. Let an experienced trademark attorney manage the entire process, ensuring everything is filed accurately and on time.
Attorney preparation and filing of your Statement of Use with the USPTO
Attorney response to your Notice of Allowance
Attorney review of your “proof of use” specimen
Attorney representation with ongoing messaging and support
Option to assist with Statement of Use extensions§
Experienced attorneys to guide you at each step
LegalZoom's fully own law firm has successfully registered 2x more trademarks than online competitors.‡
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Why use LegalZoom to file your Trademark Statement of Use
Combining attorney expertise with intuitive technology to ensure your filings are handled quickly and accurately.
Attorney expertise
LZ Legal Services’ experienced trademark attorneys know the trademark process inside and out, and will handle all your requirements from preparation to filing.
Trusted experience
LegalZoom is America’s #1 trademark filer. We’ve helped file more than 400,000 trademark applications, which is double the amount of any online competitor.
Affordable pricing
LegalZoom offers high-quality, attorney-led Statement of Use filing services for nearly 25% less than what you would spend at a traditional law firm.
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File your Statement of Use in 3 easy steps
01
Submit your Serial Number
An attorney will review your Notice of Allowance and guide you through everything needed to file your Statement of Use.
02
Provide required documentation
You'll send your attorney evidence of use, completed declaration and dates of first use, or discuss options if you need more time.
03
Rest easy while we file your SOU
Once everything is ready, your attorney will respond to your Notice of Allowance and file your Statement of Use with the USPTO.
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Statement of Use?
A statement of use (SOU) is a formal document filed with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) to show that a trademark is being used in commerce for goods or services. It is required for trademark applications that were initially filed with an "intent-to-use" (ITU) basis.
How much are the filing fees?
The USPTO electronic filing fee for a Statement of Use is $150 per class, effective January 18, 2025. This fee applies to each class of goods or services for which you are filing the statement.
What happens if you do not file a Statement of Use?
If you do not file a Statement of Use (SOU) after a Notice of Allowance, the USPTO will abandon your trademark application, and the mark cannot be registered. If you missed the deadline, you may be able to file a Petition to Revive the application for unintentional delay, but you must do so within specific, strict deadlines and pay the necessary fees. If you cannot revive the application, you will have to file a new one, which forfeits your original filing date.
How do I file a USPTO Statement of Use?
Upload an image showing evidence of your mark being used for your goods or services. Confirm that the mark is in use by the owner or an authorized person acting on their behalf. Provide the first use date anywhere and the first use date in commerce.
When do I file a USPTO Statement of Use?
You need to file the Statement of Use (SOU) within 6 months of the issuance of the Notice of Allowance.
What are the requirements for a Statement of Use?
Images that serve as evidence of mark being in use, declaration by the owner or someone authorized by the owner and dates of first use.
What if I haven’t started using my trademark?
If you have not started using the mark, you can file for an extension—that helps you buy 6 months of time to start using the mark. You can extend your extensions up to 5 times, for a total of 30 months from the date of receiving the Notice of Allowance.
