When naming your business, how do you make sure the name is not taken and make it yours?

ByNina Kaufman•Aug 14, 2007

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When naming your business, how do you make sure the name is not taken and make it yours?

There are several companies that will perform a nationwide search to determine if the name has been used as part of a trademark or service mark or as an internet domain name.You may also search the records in each state to determine if there is a corporation or limited liability company using the name.

Nina Kaufman

Nina L. Kaufman, Esq. is an award-winning New York City attorney, edutainer and author. Under herAsk The Business Lawyerbrand, she reaches thousands of entrepreneurs and small business owners with her legal services, professional speaking, information products, and LexAppeal weekly ezine. She also writes theMaking It Legalblog.

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