Law Office of Adelina D Graham, PC

06/14/2026

Most of us are still in the clouds from last night’s win, and honestly, it’s an incredible moment for New Yorkers and Knicks fans everywhere. 🧡💙

But while we’re all celebrating, I want you to think about the New York Knicks brand for a second.

Right now, you can’t go anywhere without recognizing that blue and orange.
The logo.
The name.
The merchandise.
The energy behind it.

That’s the power of branding.
And that’s exactly why trademarks matter.

When people instantly recognize your business, your name, or your logo — that recognition becomes value.

The Knicks didn’t just build a basketball team.
They built a brand.

And brands worth protecting are brands worth trademarking.

05/26/2026

Your brand is more than a logo.

It’s the colors people recognize.
The packaging they remember.
The feeling they associate with your business.

That’s why protecting a brand means looking at the entire customer experience—not just what’s written on the label.

Brand protection starts long before someone copies your logo.

05/25/2026

Today, we remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. 🇺🇸

Their courage will never be forgotten. Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day.

05/15/2026

A lot of business owners think they need to fully launch before filing a trademark.
Not true.

A Section 1(b) Intent-to-Use application allows you to file before you’re selling, as long as you have a real intention to use the brand in commerce.

That can mean securing priority before launch, before marketing, and sometimes before someone else gets there first.

But filing early doesn’t mean filing casually.
There still needs to be a legitimate business intent behind the application.

Swipe through to understand how Intent-to-Use applications work and why timing matters when building a brand.

05/14/2026

Most people wait until everything is “perfect” before protecting their brand.
That’s exactly why Intent-to-Use applications exist.

If you have a serious plan to launch a brand, product, or business name, you may be able to secure rights before you even start selling.

Timing matters in trademarks.
Sometimes the smartest move is filing before the launch.

04/29/2026

Ready to protect your brand?

04/16/2026

This brand is now officially registered!

But what most people don’t realize is that getting here isn’t just about filing an application—it’s about making sure your name is actually protectable from the start.

The wrong name or strategy can lead to delays, refusals, or worse… starting over completely.

Now my client owns her brand and can move forward with confidence.

If you’re building something, make sure you’re protecting it the right way.

02/26/2026

One day your lawyer will tell you to trademark your name.

Not because it sounds official.
Not because it’s trendy.

Because your name becomes your leverage.
Your brand becomes your equity.
And equity becomes freedom.

Protect it early.

02/25/2026

02/25/2026

Securing your brand is a must, and it all starts with choosing the right name! If you’ve ever worried about using a name that’s too similar to another brand, you’re not alone. Many small business owners face the same dilemma. Protect what’s yours before you launch! Have you experienced name conflicts? Share your story in the comments!