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Trademark Class 45: Legal & Security

Class 45 covers legal services, security services, personal and social services.

Common examples in Class 45

  • legal services
  • security services
  • online dating
  • social networking
  • concierge
  • personal shopping

These are plain-English examples, not USPTO wording. The application has to use an identification from the USPTO ID Manual, or pay a $200 surcharge per class.

Before you choose Class 45

Legal services, security services, online social networking and dating services are Class 45.

Classes often confused with or filed alongside Class 45

What filing in Class 45 costs

  • USPTO fee: $350 per class with an ID Manual description.
  • Custom description surcharge: +$200 per class.
  • TradeMaker attorney-filed plans: from $399 plus the USPTO fee.

Questions about Class 45

What does trademark Class 45 cover?

Class 45 (Legal & Security) covers legal services, security services, personal and social services. Typical examples: legal services, security services, online dating, social networking, concierge, personal shopping.

How much does it cost to file a trademark in Class 45?

The USPTO charges $350 per class when the goods or services description is taken from its ID Manual, plus $200 per class for a custom description. TradeMaker's attorney-filed plans start at $399 plus the USPTO fee.

Do I need more than one class?

You need one class for each kind of services you sell under the brand. Many businesses need only one. Others, such as a brand selling both clothing and bags, need two or more.

Browse Class 45 wording in the USPTO ID Manual

General information, not legal advice. The USPTO decides the final classification.