Kelli Jones shares her journey in starting her firm, discusses the ideal client, and explores the challenges in trademarking. Topics include the right time to trademark, costs, DIY vs hiring a lawyer, conducting trademark searches, monitoring for infringement, and trademarking names vs logos.
(0:00) Introduction of guest Kelly Jones
(0:22) Kelly's inspiration for starting her firm
(1:14) Identifying the ideal client and challenges
(2:14) Deciding the right time to trademark
(4:16) Limitations and scope of trademarking
(5:12) Costs involved in trademarking
(6:13) DIY vs hiring a lawyer for trademarking
(7:27) Importance of conducting a trademark search
(8:21) Ongoing monitoring for trademark infringement
(10:31) Trademarking names vs logos