State Trademark Registration in New Jersey

Register your business name, logo, or slogan with the New Jersey Department of the Treasury for $50 — faster and cheaper than a federal application. Note: state registration only protects you within New Jersey; most businesses eventually want federal USPTO protection for nationwide coverage.

Quick Facts

New Jersey Filing Fee$50
Filed WithNew Jersey Department of the Treasury
Protection ScopeNew Jersey only
Federal (USPTO)$250–$350/class
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State vs. Federal — Which Do You Actually Need?

A New Jersey state trademark is quick and inexpensive ($50, usually approved within weeks), but it only protects your mark within New Jersey'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 New Jersey.

How State Trademark Registration Works in New Jersey

1

Trademark Search

We search the New Jersey Department of the Treasury's existing trademark database to confirm your name, logo, or slogan is not already registered by someone else in New Jersey.

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 New Jersey Department of the Treasury for $50.

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 New Jersey, 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 New Jersey

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