There are two primary types of trademark (and service mark) applications that are filed with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (“PTO”). The first type of application is called an “in use” or “Section 1(a)” application. An “in use” application is filed when an applicant is actually using a trademark in commerce in conjunction with the sale of the applied-for goods or … [Read more...] about Intent to Use Trademark Applications – Planning for and Preparing Your Intent to Use