Absolute Authority in Brand Protection

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November 16, 2025 | 4 minute read

Why Request an Extension?

If you filed under an "Intent to Use" basis, you must eventually submit a Statement of Use (SOU) proving you are actively using the trademark in commerce. If you are not ready within the initial 6-month window after the Notice of Allowance is issued, an extension grants you an additional 6 months to avoid abandonment.
If you filed under an "Intent to Use" basis, you must eventually submit a Statement of Use (SOU) proving you are actively using the trademark in commerce. If you are not ready within the initial 6-month window after the Notice of Allowance is issued, an extension grants you an additional 6 months to avoid abandonment.

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