Trademarks are worth a lot more than the piece of paper that they’re written on. In the age of the Internet, it is much more cost effective to enforce your trademark than it used to be. Many of the most effective ways to enforce your trademark can be done without a lawyer! Today I’ll cover the various methods available to petition websites and services to protect your trademark online.

Heather Kelly, founder of Heather’s Choice, has had a wild ride as an entrepreneur. The unexpected hockey stick growth of her dehydrated food company came with both blessings and challenges. As her company grew, Heather began struggling to keep up with her accounting books. Only then did she come to realize the massive effect that thorough accounting has on both long and short term business goals.

Accounting has been key in managing the growth of a manufacturing business like Heather’s Choice, and the work has paid off! Heather’s Choice can now be found in stories like REI and Sportsman’s Warehouse.

The Registered Agent plays a key role in any business. Whether answering government notices or accepting legal processes, the registered agent is responsible for key functions that are necessary to keep your business in working order. Today I’ll go over the role of the registered agent, their responsibilities, and what to consider if you are a small business owner who plans to act as your own Registered Agent (which is totally doable!)

The ins and outs of trademark filings can be a little confusing if you’re new to business. In fact, you might not even know if your business name is eligible for a trademark in the first place. Today, I’m laying out the two key factors that are required in order to pursue a trademark filing, as well as what you can do to protect your intended trademark even if you aren’t yet eligible.

The most common question I get from new business owners is whether or not they can DIY certain legal services for their business. The answer is different for everyone, based on your business’s unique needs and budget. In this episode we’ll explore the top three small business legal services, and whether DIY is a good fit for you.