Case Highlight | From Rejection to Revival: How LawMay Attorneys Rescued a Troubled U.S. Trademark

Several months ago, a client’s trademark portfolio suffered a major setback due to prior counsel’s mishandling. One critical trademark faced serious obstacles during its U.S. registration process, with the USPTO suspending examination for nearly two years on the grounds of likelihood of confusion and mere descriptiveness. The client turned to LawMay attorneys for urgent assistance.

Upon taking over, LawMay attorneys acted swiftly. They responded to the USPTO’s confusion objection with compelling legal arguments and supporting evidence, successfully persuading the examiner to resume prosecution.

Building on this progress, the team conducted in-depth legal research and advised the client in compiling robust evidence of distinctiveness. Their strategic response overcame the USPTO’s descriptiveness refusal.

As a result of the coordinated efforts of Attorneys Richard Deng, Minzhi Wu, and intern Xinyan Xiao, the trademark successfully advanced to the Publication for Opposition stage—marking a decisive turnaround.

This case highlights LawMay’s expertise in resolving complex U.S. trademark registration setbacks. Through a combination of legal precision, practical strategy, and responsive client service, LawMay attorneys restored the client’s key trademark rights in the U.S. market—earning the client’s full trust and praise.