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USPTO to Host Comparative Trademark Protection Seminar Featuring U.S. and Japanese Legal Experts

Free hybrid event on June 18 offers insights into trademark processes across the U.S. and Japan to enhance IP strategies

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USPTO to Host Comparative Trademark Protection Seminar Featuring U.S. and Japanese Legal Experts

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) announced a free in-person and virtual program scheduled for Thursday, June 18, 2026, from 1 to 5 p.m. Pacific Time. The event will explore the trademark registration processes in the United States and Japan, providing a comparative perspective to attendees.

This educational initiative is designed to offer valuable insights from experts specializing in both Japanese and American trademark law. Participants will gain knowledge on how to effectively navigate trademark protections in these two jurisdictions, which can be critical for businesses seeking to safeguard their brands and optimize marketing outcomes.

The program is open to the public and aims to foster a deeper understanding of intellectual property rights as they relate to trademarks. Attendees can join either in person or virtually, making the event accessible to a broad audience.

For those with questions or requiring additional information, the USPTO’s Western Regional Outreach Office can be contacted via email at western@uspto.gov.

It is important to note that this USPTO initiative is strictly educational and informational. The USPTO does not provide legal advice, endorse private entities, or guarantee any specific outcomes related to trademark registration or enforcement.

The agency also clarifies that references to events or third parties within the program do not constitute endorsements.

Recipients of the USPTO’s communications who experience difficulties accessing embedded links are advised to consult their IT or email administrators to whitelist the domains links-1.govdelivery.com and links-2.govdelivery.com to ensure full access to the content.

To stay informed about future USPTO programs and updates, interested parties are encouraged to subscribe to the USPTO’s email updates via the subscription center at www.uspto.gov/subscribe.

The USPTO reminds the public that this email communication originates from an unmonitored mailbox. For direct contact, individuals should visit the USPTO’s official contact page at www.uspto.gov/about/contacts.

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USPTO to Host Comparative Trademark Protection Seminar Featuring U.S. and Japanese Legal Experts The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) will conduct a free educational program on June 18, 2026, from 1 to 5 p.m. PT, focusing on the U.S. trademark registration process alongside the Japanese system. The... Read the full IIPLA article: https://iipla.org/news/uspto-to-host-comparative-trademark-protection-seminar-featuring-u-s-and-japanese-legal-experts

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