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Trademarks 101

FREE Member Lunch and Learn

TOPIC: Trademarks 101: Protect Your Dental Practice and Avoid Costly Mistakes

SPEAKER: Ali Oromchian, JD, LL.M

Your practice’s name, logo, and branding are valuable assets that set you apart in a competitive dental market. However, without trademark protection, your brand is vulnerable to imitation, legal disputes, and potential rebranding costs. This course will walk dentists through the fundamentals of trademarks, from what can be protected to the registration and enforcement process. Attendees will gain actionable insights to secure their practice’s identity and prevent costly legal issues.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

  • Understand the Importance of Trademarks – Learn why trademarks matter for dental practices and how they protect your brand from legal risks.
  • Identify Common Trademark Pitfalls – Recognize common mistakes dentists make when naming their practices and how to avoid costly legal disputes.
  • Navigate the Trademark Registration Process – Gain a step-by-step overview of how to search, apply for, and secure a trademark for your dental practice.
  • Develop a Brand Protection Strategy – Explore best practices for maintaining and enforcing your trademark rights to safeguard your practice’s identity.

Ali Oromchian, JD, LL.M is one of the nation’s leading legal authorities on topics relevant to dentists. Since its creation, the Dental and Medical Counsel PC law firm has been regarded as one of the pre-eminent health care law firms devoted exclusively to healthcare professionals. His clients seek his advice on dental and medical practice transitions, creation of corporations and partnerships, associate contracts, estate planning, employment law matters, office leasing and state board defense.