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The trademark application for TEAL has been filed under Section 1(b) — Intent to Use. The client receives a reporting email with the prosecution timeline embedded at Step 1.
RE: U.S. Trademark Application
Mark: TEAL | Serial No.: 88/888,888 | Class(es): 09, 42
Our Ref.: TM8888-2222 | Your Ref.: 58585858
Dear Ms. Edwards,
We are pleased to confirm that the above-referenced trademark application for TEAL has been filed with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) under Section 1(b) — Intent to Use.

The application covers Class 09 (downloadable computer software) and Class 42 (SaaS platform). It will be assigned to an examining attorney for review. We will notify you promptly upon any developments.
The examining attorney approved the application. Published for opposition — 30 days for third parties to oppose. No action required from the client.
RE: U.S. Trademark Application
Mark: TEAL | Serial No.: 88/888,888 | Class(es): 09, 42
Our Ref.: TM8888-2222 | Your Ref.: 58585858
Dear Ms. Edwards,
We are pleased to report that the above-referenced trademark application for TEAL has been approved for publication in the Official Gazette, dated August 12, 2025.

The publication period is 30 days. If no opposition is filed, the USPTO will issue a Notice of Allowance. No action is required from you at this time.
No opposition filed. The USPTO issued a Notice of Allowance — approved for registration pending a Statement of Use. SOU deadline: April 2, 2026.
RE: U.S. Trademark Application
Mark: TEAL | Serial No.: 88/888,888 | Class(es): 09, 42
Our Ref.: TM8888-2222 | Your Ref.: 58585858
Dear Ms. Edwards,
We are pleased to report that the USPTO has issued a Notice of Allowance for TEAL, dated October 2, 2025. The opposition period concluded without opposition.

A Statement of Use — or a request for the first Extension of Time — must be filed no later than April 2, 2026. Please advise us regarding the current status of use so we may prepare the appropriate filing.
Seven days before the SOU/Extension deadline. The client receives a reminder with the TEAL deadline tag at the top of the email — clear, visual, impossible to miss.

Dear Ms. Edwards,
This is a kind reminder of the upcoming April 2, 2026 deadline to file the Statement of Use or Extension of Time for TEAL (Serial No. 88/888,888).
If use of the mark has not yet begun in commerce, we may file the first of five six-month extensions of time.
We look forward to hearing from you.
The client confirmed use of TEAL and provided specimens. Before filing, specimens are forwarded to the attorney for review — showing how TEAL manages the internal workflow.
Hi Attorney,
The client has provided specimens for the SOU filing on TEAL (Serial No. 88/888,888). The SOU deadline is April 2, 2026.
Attached for your review:
Class 09 — Screenshot of thetealip.com showing the TEAL mark at the point of purchase (Gumroad checkout)
Class 42 — Screenshot of thetealip.com/tools showing the TEAL mark alongside the SaaS service description
Please confirm the specimens are acceptable so I can proceed with the filing. Thank you.
Attorney approved the specimens. The SOU has been filed with the USPTO including specimens for both classes and the filing fee. Client receives confirmation.
RE: U.S. Trademark Application
Mark: TEAL | Serial No.: 88/888,888 | Class(es): 09, 42
Our Ref.: TM8888-2222 | Your Ref.: 58585858
Dear Ms. Edwards,
We are pleased to confirm that the Statement of Use has been filed with the USPTO for TEAL. The filing includes specimens for both Class 09 and Class 42, a verified statement of use, and the required filing fee.
The USPTO will now review the Statement of Use. If accepted, a Certificate of Registration will issue. We will notify you promptly.
The USPTO accepted the Statement of Use and specimens. The application will now proceed to registration.
RE: U.S. Trademark Application
Mark: TEAL | Serial No.: 88/888,888 | Class(es): 09, 42
Our Ref.: TM8888-2222 | Your Ref.: 58585858
Dear Ms. Edwards,
We are pleased to report that the USPTO has accepted the Statement of Use for TEAL. The specimens were found acceptable, and the application will now proceed to registration.
The Certificate of Registration is expected to issue within the coming weeks. We will forward a copy upon receipt.
TEAL is now a registered trademark. Registration No. 7,888,888. Next maintenance: §8 Affidavit due between years 5–6 after registration.

RE: U.S. Trademark Registration
Mark: TEAL | Reg. No.: 7,888,888 | Class(es): 09, 42
Our Ref.: TM8888-2222 | Your Ref.: 58585858
Dear Ms. Edwards,
We are pleased to report that the USPTO has issued the Certificate of Registration for TEAL, Registration No. 7,888,888. A copy is enclosed for your records.
To maintain this registration:
§8 Affidavit — Due between the 5th and 6th year (June 2031 – June 2032)
§15 Declaration — Optional but recommended after 5 years of continuous use
§9 Renewal — Due every 10 years from registration
We will calendar all deadlines and provide timely reminders. Congratulations on the registration of TEAL.