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Trademarks are like a jigsaw puzzle, TMBTQ puts the pieces together

TMBTQ

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Law Boutique.   

We are the geeks who lose sleep protecting your brand ® 

WHAT WE DO

TRADEMARK CLEARANCE

We search availability of numerous databases not only for exact matches, but also for other similar marks that may be lurking out there and come back to bite you.  We evaluate your proposed mark to minimize the risk associated with creating, using, or expanding the market or geographic area of your brand.  Feel confident that infringement risk is low. 

TRADEMARK REGISTRATION

Our focus is registering your unique company name, product or service name, tag line or logo with the United States Patent and Trademark Office.  We have a high rate of success because of our unique process and attention to your brand.

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TRADEMARK PROTECTION & MONITORING

Ensure your valuable trademarks are monitored and enforced with our streamlined and cost-efficient range of trademark watching services.  We also ensure that your advertising is compliant with Federal Trade Commission regulations, so you're not making promises or statements that you shouldn't.

SHUT DOWN FRAUD

We strategically enforce and defend your brand against copycats, from sending cease and desist letters, to opposition or cancellation proceedings with the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board, or escalating matters to Federal court. 

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TRADEMARK DISPUTES

If you are involved in a trademark dispute with a competitor or someone who claims that you're copying their product, company or service name, we are here to represent you and protect your rights.  We handle matters with the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB) and Federal Court.​​

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ADVERTISING COMPLIANCE

If you advertise your products or services to the general public, there are Federal Trade Commission (FTC) regulations you need to comply with!  We can advise you on compliance and represent you in matters before the FTC or the Better Business Bureau's National Advertising Division (NAD).

ENTERTAINMENT & IP AGREEMENTS

Our focus is on protecting your creative work and business interests by drafting and negotiating agreements tailored to the entertainment and intellectual property industries. We ensure your rights are safeguarded, your compensation is fair, and your collaborations are clearly defined.​​​​​​​​

 

COPYRIGHT REGISTRATION

We focus on protecting your original works of authorship, whether music, books, films, photographs, software, or other creative content, through registration with the U.S. Copyright Office. Our hands-on approach ensures accuracy and maximizes your protection, providing you with a solid legal foundation to safeguard your rights and enforce them when necessary.​​​​​​​​​​

COPYRIGHT DISPUTES

Copyright disputes often arise when two parties claim ownership over the same work, when someone uses creative material without authorization, or when the Copyright Office refuses to register a work. These conflicts can be complex, and the stakes are high. Your ability to control, monetize, and protect your creation depends on the outcome. We help creators, businesses, and rights-holders navigate these disputes by challenging refusals at the Copyright Office, addressing infringements or infringement claims, and negotiating resolutions that safeguard your interests.

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COPYRIGHT ENFORCEMENT

Owning a copyright is only the first step. Enforcing it is what ensures your work remains protected. We assist in pursuing infringers through cease-and-desist letters, DMCA takedown notices, and negotiated settlements. Our goal is to stop unauthorized use quickly and secure remedies that protect the value of your creative work, without unnecessary conflict or cost.

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  • Licensing Agreements – structuring deals that allow others to use your intellectual property while preserving your ownership and control.

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  • Publishing Agreements – securing fair terms for authors, songwriters, and composers in their publishing relationships.

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  • Recording Agreements – protecting the rights of artists and labels in the production and distribution of music.

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  • Distribution Agreements – covering digital, streaming, and physical distribution of creative works.

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  • Management Agreements – ensuring clarity and fairness in artist–manager relationships.

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  • Collaboration/Joint Author Agreements – establishing ownership and revenue splits when multiple creators are involved.

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  • Performance Agreements – drafting contracts for live shows, tours, and appearances.

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  • Merchandising Agreements – helping you monetize your brand while controlling quality and scope.

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  • Work-Made-for-Hire Agreements – ensuring ownership of works created by contractors or collaborators.

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  • Option & Acquisition Agreements – protecting your rights when works are optioned for film, TV, or other adaptations.

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  • Synchronization & Master Use Licenses – for music placement in film, TV, advertising, and other media.

WHO WE HELP

TMBTQ is a boutique law firm dedicated to trademark, copyright, entertainment law, and brand protection. We proudly represent a diverse range of clients, from multi-generational family businesses and fast-growing entrepreneurs to leading consumer product companies, software developers, artists, musicians, and entertainment companies.

With decades of combined experience, we understand the unique challenges each group faces. Established businesses look to us to preserve their legacy while expanding into new markets. Entrepreneurs trust us to help them build strong foundations for growth. Software developers rely on us to protect their code, technology, and digital assets. Artists and musicians count on us to safeguard their creative work and negotiate fair agreements. Entertainment companies turn to us to manage complex licensing, distribution, and brand protection matters.

What unites all of our clients is the need for clear, effective, and forward-thinking legal guidance. At TMBTQ, you receive the best of both worlds — the deep expertise and strategic insight of a large firm, combined with the responsiveness and personal attention of a boutique practice.

OUR VISION

ABOUT US

TMBTQ Trademark Law Boutique is a law firm focused on "soft" intellectual property including trademark and copyright law. We helps both established businesses (especially multi-generational family owned businesses) and entrepreneurs protect their most important assets -- their brands.  We specialize in comprehensive trademark searching, clearance, analysis and representation of clients interested in protecting and registering trademarks with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.  For registered marks,  we monitor brand assets, and represent clients in trademark disputes. Our attorneys have extensive experience in all aspects of trademark law and are dedicated to providing our clients with the highest level of service and expertise.

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Our mission at TMBTQ is to empower leading consumer product companies, entertainment companies, multi-generational family businesses, fast-growing entrepreneurs, software developers, artists, musicians, business owners, creators, and innovators with the guidance and knowledge they need to make informed decisions about their businesses, brands, and creative assets.

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Our Offices:


TMBTQ proudly serves clients nationwide from three strategically located offices:

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  • Washington, D.C. – As the Nation’s capital and the hub of U.S. intellectual property, Washington, D.C. is home to both the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and the U.S. Copyright Office. From this base, we are uniquely positioned to represent clients directly at the heart of the country’s IP system, combining national reach with local insight.

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  • Nashville, Tennessee – Known worldwide as Music City, Nashville is a global hub for the entertainment industry. Our presence here allows us to work closely with musicians, songwriters, record labels, publishing companies, and entertainment professionals, ensuring their rights are protected in an industry driven by creativity and rapid change.

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  • Denver, Colorado – A fast-growing economic center, Denver is known for its vibrant entrepreneurial community, thriving technology sector, and strong presence of outdoor and lifestyle brands. It is also home to innovative startups, consumer product companies, and creative professionals shaping industries nationwide. Our Denver office allows us to serve this dynamic market with tailored legal strategies that match the pace of innovation.

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Our Values: 

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  • We believe in sharing knowledge.

  • We believe that intellectual property should be protected, regardless of who owns it.

  • We believe that all businesses and individuals deserve the same level of responsive service. 

  • We believe that business owners should be able to focus on their businesses without worrying about legal issues.

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ATTORNEYS

OUR TEAM

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FOUNDER & SPECIAL COUNSEL

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OWNER AND ATTORNEY

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ATTORNEY* & BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE

 

*Admitted in India; pending admission in the US

Trademark Legal Assistant Christine Salinas

LEGAL ASSISTANT 

CONTACT

OUR ADDRESSES

​​Nashville, Tennessee

1114 17th Avenue South, Suite 102

Nashville, TN 37212

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Denver, Colorado 

​PO Box 6601 Denver, CO 80206

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Washington, D.C. 

​601 13th St NW, 12th Floor, Washington, DC 20005​

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trademarks@tmbtq.com
Tel: 303-333-4696

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