State Trademark Registration in Louisiana

Register your business name, logo, or slogan with the Louisiana Secretary of State for $75 — faster and cheaper than a federal application. Note: state registration only protects you within Louisiana; most businesses eventually want federal USPTO protection for nationwide coverage.

Quick Facts

Louisiana Filing Fee$75
Filed WithLouisiana Secretary of State
Protection ScopeLouisiana only
Federal (USPTO)$250–$350/class
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State vs. Federal — Which Do You Actually Need?

A Louisiana state trademark is quick and inexpensive ($75, usually approved within weeks), but it only protects your mark within Louisiana's borders. A federal USPTO trademark costs more ($250–$350 per class) and takes longer, but protects you nationwide and gives you the right to use the ® symbol. Many businesses register at the state level first for fast, affordable protection, then add federal registration once they're operating beyond Louisiana.

How State Trademark Registration Works in Louisiana

1

Trademark Search

We search the Louisiana Secretary of State's existing trademark database to confirm your name, logo, or slogan is not already registered by someone else in Louisiana.

2

Prepare and File the Application

We prepare your application — including a drawing of your mark and the classification of goods or services — and file it with the Louisiana Secretary of State for $75.

3

Receive Your Registration

State trademark registration is typically approved within a few weeks — far faster than the months-to-years timeline for a federal USPTO application.

4

Consider Federal Protection Next

If you plan to operate outside Louisiana, or want the strongest possible protection, we can also file your federal USPTO trademark application — the state registration doesn't block this, and often strengthens your federal filing.

Protect Your Brand in Louisiana

Fast, affordable state trademark registration — with federal protection available when you're ready.