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Originally Posted by pornlaw

No I am referring to a federal registration.

If you are trying to do it yourself then you are correct. We rarely get office actions when we file TMs for clients. Usually doing your research first will prevent most if not all the problems and knowing the categories/classes will also prevent a lot of problems. We also make sure that clients avoid intent to use filings. That is another waste of time and money.

I would not suggest that someone try to do a TM on their own. That usually results in problems. For most TMs we charge a flat rate of $1000 and that includes the USPTO fee.

We do suggest that clients do their own copyright registrations though. They are much easier but offer less protection.

Your likelihood of success really comes down to what word/phrase/logo are you trying to trademark.

Yup, a "G" including the fee is not a bad price.
I would encourage all those thinking about it to go that way.
And have some kind of unique design or word. Then you can slip it through.
But there really isn't any Rhyme or Reason to the USPTO's thinking. Depending on the day, you can pass through the door and get the wrong examiner.

Some day, I'll write a book, and then you'll hear a story that will curl your hair.