Podcasts about indie law

Are you prepared to navigate the complex world of trademarks? Brace yourself for an enlightening conversation with Elizabeth Henson, Chief Marketing Officer at Indie Law. Liz takes us through the intricacies of trademarks, demystifying the process of choosing a strong and unique business name. Drawing on my personal journey of trademarking "The Sugar Mama," we discuss how having a strong brand identity can help you stand out in your industry. In today's episode, we are joined by Elizabeth Henson, Chief Marketing Officer at Indie Law, helps build brand awareness around trademarks and supports Indie Law in being the GO-TO firm for TrademarksWe have all faced the unpleasant experience of a copycat infringing upon our brand. We're not alone in this battle, and we share our experiences, mishaps, and the processes of reclaiming our brand identity. We also delve into the possible consequences of trademark infringement. Learn from our experiences and understand how to protect your business from such unfortunate incidents. We round up our discussion with insights on the importance of legal protection for your business. We shed light on Indie Law's role in aiding entrepreneurs to tackle legal issues like trademark infringement and copycats. Liz also shares some insightful highlights from her podcast, "Messy Success." There's a free gift and a legal consultation call waiting for you. So tune in to equip yourself with the knowledge and tools to be legally secure in your business endeavors.Free Gift: https://www.indielaw.com/bundleGo to  https://www.indielaw.com/call for a free legal consultation and let them know to mention "Shannon O'Brien" If you've connected with or been inspired by this episode in any way, leave us a review and let us know your biggest takeaway - I'd love to hear how you embrace Sugaring For All!! And while you've got your phone out, make sure to follow us on Instagram @Love2Sugar.

Joey Vitale is the CEO & Founding Attorney at Indie Law, a trademark law firm that helps you get peace of mind knowing you legally own your brand. When consulting a trademark attorney, an author should ask several important questions to ensure they have a clear understanding of trademark law and how it pertains to their work. The post #195 – Joey Vitale on How Authors Can Trademark Their Books and Intellectual Property first appeared on Write Your Book in a Flash Podcast with Dan Janal.

When it's time to wrap up you're workday, but how are you closing down your day to prepare yourself for the next time you work? Before you officially clock out, there are a few things you probably need to do first. This is where a shut down or end-of-day routine can help you mentally transition out of work mode and back into mom life for the rest of the day! In this episode, I'm sharing what my own routine looks like, along with a few tips to help you build your end-of-day routine! If you're enjoying the content we're creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the Called to Both Facebook Group! Join Now >> Today's episode is brought to you by Indie Law! Did you know you don't legally own your brand without a trademark? Just because your name is available, doesn't mean that you have the legal right to use it. If you don't secure your trademark, you could be accidentally infringing on someone else's. Getting trademark can be a complicated journey, but with Indie Law, it is simple! They even promise results by offering your next trademark free if your application isn't successful. Book your free consultation today! Learn More >> In This Episode You'll: Learn about end-of-day work routines. Hear about my current wrap up routine. Get tips and prompts for building out your own end-of-day routine. Find it quickly: 4:06 - The Importance of an End-od-Day Work Routine 5:49 - Why You Need an End-of-Day Routine 7:58 - My End-of-Day Routine 10:39 - Key Elements for an End-of-Day Routine Mentioned in this Episode: Episode 59: Start-of-Day Work Routine More ways to connect: JOY MICHELLE INSTAGRAM WORK WITH JOY AS YOUR COACH JOY MICHELLE CO. WEBSITE CALLED TO BOTH COMMUNITY  Read the full show notes from today's episode HERE. Let's keep the conversation going! Come connect in the Facebook community. Join the CTB Facebook community here. CLICK HERE TO GET 35% OFF YOUR FIRST YEAR OF HONEYBOOK!

What if you could be your most productive and focused self when you sit down to work? That's what I want for my days. Somedays I'm naturally clear-minded and ready to go, while other days I'm practically still asleep, waiting for my coffee to start working, and not sure where to start. In today's episode, I'm sharing how my start-of-day work routine allows for me to get more out of my work by preparing myself for focused and productive time. If you're enjoying the content we're creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the Called to Both Facebook Group! Join Now >> Today's episode is brought to you by Indie Law! Did you know you don't legally own your brand without a trademark? Just because your name is available, doesn't mean that you have the legal right to use it. If you don't secure your trademark, you could be accidentally infringing on someone else's. Getting trademark can be a complicated journey, but with Indie Law, it is simple! They even promise results by offering your next trademark free if your application isn't successful. Book your free consultation today! Learn More >> In This Episode You'll: Hear about my personal start-of-day-routine. Learn the elements of a start-of-day routine. Get tips for creating a routine that serves you! Find it quickly: 2:57 - What is a start-of-day routine? 5:36 - My Start-of-Day Routine 10::08 - Elements of a Start-of-Day Routine 14:44 - Tips for Creating Your Start of Day Routine Mentioned in this Episode: Notion Timer Cube More ways to connect: JOY MICHELLE INSTAGRAM WORK WITH JOY AS YOUR COACH JOY MICHELLE CO. WEBSITE CALLED TO BOTH COMMUNITY  Read the full show notes from today's episode HERE. Let's keep the conversation going! Come connect in the Facebook community. Join the CTB Facebook community here. CLICK HERE TO GET 35% OFF YOUR FIRST YEAR OF HONEYBOOK!

Every year, over half a million trademarks are filed. But most will be rejected due to small mistakes that could have been avoided.  If protecting your brand is important to you, trademark attorney Joey C. Vitale is sharing some great advice for anyone who wants that circled R next to their name. With over 600 trademarks filed through his Indie Law firm, Joey takes protecting his clients' passions seriously.   During this conversation, Joey not only shares his legal secrets, he opens up about his entrepreneurial stressors and panic attacks that sent him strait to the ER. He also reveals how he got his life back when he finally let go of some of the control. And as a bonus, he answers listeners questions. You'll also gain valuable insight about:  What trademarking can do for your business  Who it can help (business owners to podcasters) Why some legal advice can be damaging Where to look for the red flags when filing How one man's story was the biggest lesson when it comes to integrity, love and keeping your word. PLUS, learn more about the FREE LEGAL MASTERCLASS that Joey and Hilary are co-hosting on September 20th. During the one hour webinar, you'll learn more about how Hilary's own experience trademarking. And Joey will share the three biggest mistakes made when it comes to protecting your brand and his step by step method becoming legally legit!  CLICK THE LINK & REGISTER NOW to claim your spot at the  September 20th FREE event.  Think someone else may find this conversation interesting or helpful? Pay it forward and consider subscribing to the show.   HIListically Speaking with Hilary RussoCreated/Hosted by Hilary Russo Music by Lipbone Redding Recorded on SquadCast (Free 7 Day Trial) Connect with Hilary on Social Media @hilaryrusso Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hilaryrusso/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/hilaryrusso Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hilaryrusso/ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@hilisticallyspeaking Website: http://hilisticallyspeaking.com/

Joey Vitale, owner of Chicago-based Indie Law, built an automated law firm that has over 100 5-star Google reviews, helped thousands of clients, and has grown to over 14 staff members in just 5 years. Dedicated to strict processes and, at its core, designed to be stress-free, he has more time to focus on the future and life outside of the firm. On today's episode, we discuss building an assembly line so owners can design themselves out of the day-to-day, the merits of micro specializations, authenticity, and truly understanding your offer. What's in This Episode? Who is Joey Vitale? How can an automated law firm build an authentic brand? How did Joey become the go-to lawyer for grandmas on Etsy? Why is a practice area not a niche? In saturated markets like personal injury firms, is niching down even further a wise choice? How can personal injury lawyers set up processes of systemization? How can a business voice coach make you a better, more confident attorney? Find out more about Joey's Voice coach, Tracy Goodwin here.

On today's episode of the podcast I chat with Joey Vitale, trademark lawyer and owner of Indie Law. Copyrights vs trademarks Copyrights protect your content, trademarks protect your brand. For example, when you walk down the cereal aisle of your business, the trademarks are the packaging (things like business name, logo, slogan, title of your podcast, etc.) and the stuff inside the cereal box (the content you're taking, the posts on your website, etc.) and that's where the copyrights come in. Trademarks are not to protect you, they're to protect consumers. For example, imagine there was no rule and any tech company could call themselves Apple, consumers wouldn't know who they could trust. The sign of a trademark, lawyers refer to it as source identification, when a name or phrase is mentioned and people can automatically identify the source behind that. For example, Disney having the trademark behind Hakuna Matata. Why do I need a trademark, especially if I'm not having any problems of my brand/product being copied? Even having an LLC or domain name does not give you trademark naming rights. It's important to not only protect ourselves, but make sure that what we're doing is not already stepping on the toes of other copyrights without us realizing it. At what point do you initiate the trademark process? It depends on what you envision for the future of your company. In the beginning of your company, if you receive a cease and desist letter, it is easier for you to change your name and brand than it would be if you were far into the growth of your company and had already created a well-known brand name. How quickly can you pivot? Trademark registration is different than getting an LLC or domain. It's an audition, not a file and it's yours. If you do get a trademark, in addition to a piece of paper, here's what it can give you: To boil it down, there are a few different layers, and the first is Common Law Trademark Rights - Just by being in business you get these automatically you own those trademark rights by being first. These are geographic-based, bigger than a city, much smaller than a state. For example, pre-Internet this was enough for a corner bakery who didn't sell online. Right now, over half a million applications are being filed a year so the timeline is 12-24 months to get an answer. A trademark can also implement attorney fees, meaning if someone is using your trademark and you need to get an attorney, that person may also be responsible for the fees. It also can allow you to file to companies like Instagram if someone is using your trademark as their account name. Over half of trademark applications that get filed get rejected and the main reason is a likelihood of confusion issue. You have to look at not just the trademark but also the description of the services being provided. If the names are similar but they are offering completely different things, that can be okay. The more generic your business name is for example “Brilliant Photos” versus “Kodak” the more you will have less to stand on and if you do get a trademark, the more of an uphill battle you will be fighting against people who don't realize they're using it. If someone is doing their own trademark research, the searches you run have an immediate expiration date because people file all the time. There is a secret weapon and it's an Intent to Use Trademark application. There are two ways of applying. 1A - That's where you're using that trademark in commerce currently 1B - This is an Intent to Use application before you commit to business and launch publicly Get in Touch with Our Guest Joey Vitale, trademark lawyer and owner of Indie Law., Join the Business Growth Advantage Facebook GroupListen to Joey's podcast, “Business Growth Advantage”Check out Indie Law's website

Today we're excited to share a presentation by Joey Vitale from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn about how you can be more resilient in the seasons of uncertainty.Joey is the founder of Indie Law and trademarks are his jam!  One day a client – who did not have a trademark registration for her brand – called Joey in tears. She'd gotten a cease and desist from someone who DID formally trademark the brand she'd been using. But because they beat her to it, she had to shut down her entire business operation immediately. It was heartbreaking beyond words. That's when he decided he wanted to go full force into trademark work: making it his mission to help keep good people from losing what they worked so hard to build.As it turns out, choosing a “niche” to focus on was a game-changer for Joey – and for his business. He was able to learn absolutely everything there is to know about this specific area of the law. And he was able to grow his business to include a team of AMAZING people to help make the process not just tolerable for clients, but a total delight.1:11 lawyers get vulnerable4:26 the scariest moment7:40 who are we being 10:49 the trust seesaw14:11 all about culture17:16 positivity and possibilityWatch the podcast here.Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.comMaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Grab your ticket today at www.MaxLawCon2022.com. Join us for the best conference for legal entrepreneurs at the Ameristar Casino, Resort, and Spa in St. Charles, MO, on Thursday, June 2nd, and Friday, June 3rd!

Are you protecting your business and personal brand? You may have your branding, logos, products and services, but are they truly YOURS? Most businesses fail to protect their business before it's too late; the cease and desist letter arrives in the mail. Now, you have to change your business name, slogan, products, podcast title, etc. Joey Vitale will show you the importance of trademarks and how you can take advantage NOW!Download Brandon's FREE Playbook that will help you build your successful coaching business and enroll new clients

Onya Mic, get set, listen!   Like a flat tire, most legal issues come in the least moment you expect it to happen. But what will you do if all four tires go off?   Onya CEO Ashley Monk chats with Indie Law Founder and Managing Attorney Joy Vitale about trademarks and protecting your business and assets. Joey Vitale has helped a lot of clients in handling their trademark concerns including us here at Onya! Ashley shares how she rebranded the company into Onya and the lesson she's learned from it.   Listen to this episode today and get to know more about trademarks and protecting your business. Here's what you should tune in for: Are we running out of trademarks? Top mistakes business owners make in trademarking  What small business owners should know about trademark   Want to know about the RAD Method? Get in touch with Joey and Indie Law to know more about their services. Visit https://indielaw.com/video.   Reach out to us at hello@onyamark.com if you have any questions or you want to know more about our services.   Connect with us on social! Look us up on Instagram and Facebook @onyamarketing and @iamashleymonk.    And if you are interested in joining our community with growth-minded online service-based entrepreneurs, sign up here to get your free invite: https://info.onyamark.com/onyamark-community   Want to get notified when a new episode comes up? Subscribe to our newsletter https://info.onyamark.com/onya-newsletter    Onya mark, get set, grow!

Joey Vitale from Indie Law, A Trademark Law Firm highlights the biggest marketing mistakes firms make, and how to avoid them.

Come hang out with my teammates Jaime, Reyna and Caitlyn, we'll be talking about why Indie Law focuses on trademarks.

I've spent the better part of my career helping entrepreneurs and biz owners LEGALLY protect their brands.   It's my passion and the whole reason I went out on my own to start Indie Law, my trademark law firm.   And It started because I kept seeing the same scenario play out over and over - a biz owner who had invested their own money, countless hours of work, and plans for the future into their business... lost it all OVERNIGHT due to a forced rebrand. Rebrands can happen for a couple of reasons and their impact on your biz can be devastating.

Hiring a lawyer to take care of your trademark is a big decision! And one of the most important decisions that you can make for your brand. It’s an investment that shows you believe in your brand enough to protect it FULLY and that you’re ready to show up 100% for your biz. But what happens AFTER you make that decision and invest in a trademark package??

Okay bud, let’s set the stage… You’ve hired Indie Law to handle your trademark.. You’ve given us the name, slogan, or logo you want protected.. And we’ve done our comprehensive search for it.. BUT, there’s a snag: our findings show that there are too many red flags with that specific trademark and we don’t recommend moving forward with it. And you're like...Uuuh WTF!? Dude. I get it. That’s worst-case-scenario for you (and most other biz owners)! But have no fear!! At Indie Law, we NEVER leave our clients hanging. So…what happens next??

On this episode I interview my friend Joey Vitale of Indie Law, about what you need to consider when naming your business, brand, courses, and other online assets. Highlights:  The biggest mistakes online entrepreneurs make when naming their business, offers, and brand assets What makes a trademark weak or strong How safe protected your brand really is with or without a trademark What you should trademark in your business and when you need to begin the trademark process Whether you can trademark a personal name or not Links and Resources Mentioned in this Episode:  Schedule a call with Joey to get your questions answered about trademarking a name in your business:https://indielaw.com/call FREE Trademark Masterclass: Get in Touch With Joey Vitale Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/joeycvitale/ Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/indielawfirm Podcast | https://indielaw.com/podcast/ Website | www.followertofansociety.com About Joey: Joey C. Vitale is a lawyer, speaker, and business coach for online entrepreneurs and thought leaders. With his law firm and his courses, Joey helps online business owners call legal dibs on their brand name and signature methods so they never have to worry about losing their brand overnight.

Welcome to the show!You are in for such a treat today!  I've got a special guest with me, Joey C. Vitale.  I've had the opportunity to work with Joey in my program and he is the attorney responsible for setting up my trademark for Psychology of the Voice Effect.Joey is a delight and I know you are going to enjoy hearing what he has to say as we talk about making things legit when it comes to your business so you protect your assets.Far too many people make big and unnecessary mistakes when it comes to the legal matters that make their biz legit. In my conversation with Joey, he clarifies exactly what is what and why we need what we need but without getting way above my head in legal speak.  If you own a small business, are an entrepreneur, or if you have created something special like Psychology of the Voice then you don't want to miss this episode.I reached out to Joey after my work had already been stolen.  I was devastated and shocked that someone would not only take the Psychology of the Voice that I created and crafted over years and years of extensive research, but they also took my teaching methodology.Joey and I talk about what happened to me and the exact steps you must take to protect yourself before it's too late. Please don't wait to get your assets protected.  You might not think someone will steal your stuff but trust me...they will.I think you are going to love this episode!Guest BioJOEY VITALEFOUNDER & MANAGING ATTORNEYLicensed to practice law in Illinois, Joey Vitale counsels creatives across the United States (and globally) on legal issues specific to creatives. After years of litigating on behalf of businesses in the midst of conflicts, Joey now keeps businesses out of the courtroom in the first place. Joey focuses on entity formation, trademarks, copyrights, website agreements, and other basic legal documents. You can find Joey at:Indie Law: https://indielaw.com/Instagram:  https:www.instagram.com/joeycvitaleOwning It Podcast:  https://www.joeycvitale.com/podcast?fbclid=IwAR1TXHcyBg27-M4XYOH-dcMy5eSYZAdNNmZQ125NYABoUtOUlIls_1DhHlc 

If you've ever wondered whether a Virtual Assistant would be a good fit for your firm, listen in while Melissa and Joey discuss trust, culture, and getting started. Join the October Sprint: velocitywork.com/mastery Find Joey Vitale at: indielaw.com or joeycvitale.com

Listen in to the third and final installment of this series about Mastery Groups: Sprint Months. In this episode, participants dig in to the importance of accountability, and why this coaching program made all the difference in their firms.  If any of these experiences speak to you, start out by watching Melissa's masterclass: How to Trade Being Busy for Actual Results.  If you're interested in trying out a Sprint month with us, get more details here. This episode features: Mitch Zoll, Zoll Firm Eileen Maastricht, Maastricht Law [Eileen emailed us after Part 1 aired and consented to having her name shared in this episode.] Walter Reaves, Law Office of Walter M. Reaves, Jr. Ty Shepard, Sparkman, Shepard & Morris Gordon VanderLeek, VanderLeek Law Marcus Vaden, Marcus Vaden Law Joey Vitale, Indie Law

In this week's episode, learn more about what it's like to go through the process of a Sprint Month, from having to constrain down to a single goal for the month, to the power of the everyday lessons learned. If you haven't already, check out Part 1 first for a good introduction!  If any of these experiences speak to you, start out by watching Melissa's masterclass: How to Trade Being Busy for Actual Results.  If you're interested in trying out a Sprint month with us, get more details here. This episode features: Mitch Zoll, Zoll Firm Eileen Maastricht, Maastricht Law [Eileen emailed us after this episode was recorded and consented to having her name shared here.] Walter Reaves, Law Office of Walter M. Reaves, Jr. Ty Shepard, Sparkman, Shepard & Morris Gordon VanderLeek, VanderLeek Law Marcus Vaden, Marcus Vaden Law Joey Vitale, Indie Law  

Velocity Work celebrates a year of podcasts by taking a deep-dive behind the scenes of one of our most successful programs. In Part 1, listen in for the "before" and "after" experiences of seven intrepid owner-attorneys who took major projects from ideas to completion in one month.    If any of these experiences speak to you, start out by watching Melissa's masterclass: How to Trade Being Busy for Actual Results.  If you're interested in trying out a Sprint month with us, get more details here. This episode features: Mitch Zoll, Zoll Firm Eileen Maastricht, Maastricht Law [Eileen emailed us after this episode was recorded and consented to having her name shared here.] Walter Reaves, Law Office of Walter M. Reaves, Jr. Ty Shepard, Sparkman, Shepard & Morris Gordon VanderLeek, VanderLeek Law Marcus Vaden, Marcus Vaden Law Joey Vitale, Indie Law

This episode is a MUST LISTEN! Don't make the mistake of picking a sugary sweet name for your biz without learning more from our guest, Joey Vitale from Indie Law. When Joey Vitale was in college, he was bribed by his father to go to law school with a new car. He quickly realized he was not the ‘shark.' Due to it not fitting, he started his own graphic design business. Through networking, he realized how many people in business had questions. So, he started a law firm to fill the need in order to help cut out the noise.Many people go with less expensive solutions. The problem with that is there is one solution for everyone--which is not the right solution for everyone. Instead, Joey works with people to educate and empower them in their business decisions.His law firm focuses on the must haves for a business and has solidified the process into programs for those starting their business. There are two beliefs that are very common among business owners:I can be under the radar while getting startedI am confident in startingThese two concepts cannot coexist. What ends up happening is you wake up one morning to an expanding business that has duct tape. It isn't protected because when that step should've been completed, you were too small. One of the first steps they need to do is acknowledge that this business is separate from you. It is very easy to take it personally. But absolutely none of it is attached to your worth as a human. That goes both ways--positive or negative. As long as you stay a sole proprietorship, you are connected to the business. This is why it is recommended that you start as an LLC and establish your business is important enough to be its own entity. Beyond the mental state of mind of being a separate entity, being a Limited Liability Company protects you. In the worse case scenario, if you are ever sued, your personal assets are protected. Once you are committed to forming an LLC you will find it is quite easy to setup. In Joey's business, he has resources available to help guide you through the process.Next--trademarks. With sugaring being our service, we get to have a ton of fun with the names. But here is the thing we all assume, an available domain name means the name isn't taken. Wrong! A trademarked may exist and down the road, you may be told to change your business name. Trademarks actually exist to protect the consumer more so than the business. Owners tend to think they are ‘calling dibs' on the name and they don't want anyone else using it. But, what trademark protections are really about is the consumer. So they get the brand that they are trying to get. For instance, someone selling shoes that are spelled “Nikee” instead of “Nike.” I myself as the Sugar Mama ran into this at a tradeshow. I sent someone that was new to sugaring to a vendors table. That person said, “the Sugar Mama sent me.” And the vendor's response was, “Which one?” I actually had to interrupt and make sure it is known that I am THE Sugar Mama and am protected with that trademark. I was able to do that with your guidance, Joey, so thank you so much!The key is--protect and focus on your business. Take the time to learn how to properly search for available names. Open that LLC. Start your trademark process. And be the legitimate business! You can flex behind having your ducks in the row. Last pro tip--do your LLC first! There is actually a difference between the technical name of your LLC and your trademark. When you get an LLC, that name is the backstage business name. Your trademark can be your brand name. If you are overwhelmed, use your name for the LLC and let the trademark be your public facing name.

Enjoy this informative Breakfast With series where Rianna M. Hill interviews Joey Vitale of Indie Law. Joey is a trademark attorney (also known as a "brand legimizer") for online entrepreneurs, emerging thought leaders, and course creators. With his law firm and his courses, Joey helps online business owners call legal dibs on their brand name and signature methods so they never have to worry about losing their brand overnight. Listen in to see if there is something Joey can help you with! Learn More About Joey Vitale and Indie Law: Indie Law Website: http://www.indielaw.com Facebook:  @indielawfirm Connect with Rianna!  Rianna's Website: Pancake Digital Solutions Social Media: FollowFollowFollowFollowFollowFollowFollowFollow See all Pancake DigiBytes podcast episodes

“You don’t get trademark rights through the trademark registration process. The way the trademark laws work, is just by using a word or phrase in your business, you automatically get common-law trademark rights to it.” - Joey Vitale Does legal jargon confuse the heck out of you? Do you wonder if you need a LLC to trademark any pieces of your business? If you answered ‘yes’ to any of the above, this is the episode for you! Kim Sutton and Joey Vitale, the owner of Indie Law, dive into a yawn-free, easy-to-understand conversation about protecting our businesses assets. You’ll hear about Kim’s own struggles in her business, how many business owners assume (and act) incorrectly, and the truth about trademarks. Highlights 07:44 Becoming a lawyer 10:20 Contracts 12:20 Pre-call questions 15:15 Mutual integrity 19:31 The legal stuff businesses should do 21:27 To LLC or not 23:08 Co-mingling assets 29:50 Getting to the heart of trademarks 43:37 What can you trademark? 50:24 Figuring out the time levers Check out my website for shownotes Follow Kim on: Instagram Facebook YouTube Pinterest LinkedIn Twitter

Wondering what you need to do about trademark for your business? In this week's episode, we have on Joey C. Vitale of Indie Law who helps businesses and entrepreneurs protect their trademarks. And helps you apply for U.S. federal trademark registrations that provide the strongest protections for your growing business. In the episode you'll hear: Joey's journey on starting a law firm and eventually focusing on trademark law. How to do availability checks before getting into the trademark process. What is the RAD methodology you need to succeed. Learn about the timeline and requirements to start your application. Connect with Joey here: Website: https://indielaw.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/indielawfirm/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joeycvitale/ Hope you all enjoyed it, and make sure to check out the complete ad breakdown to help create 599 client leads and 20% sales increase. Head over to this link: https://www.danielleklemm.com/adbreakdown Want to keep up in between shows? Let's chat! over at: www.danielleklemm.com www.instagram.com/iamdanielleklemm

Wondering what you need to do about trademark for your business? In this week’s episode, we have on Joey C. Vitale of Indie Law who helps businesses and entrepreneurs protect their trademarks. And helps you apply for U.S. federal trademark registrations that provide the strongest protections for your growing business.   In the episode you’ll hear: Joey’s journey on starting a law firm and eventually focusing on trademark law. How to do availability checks before getting into the trademark process. What is the RAD methodology you need to succeed. Learn about the timeline and requirements to start your application. Connect with Joey here: Website: https://indielaw.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/indielawfirm/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joeycvitale/   Hope you all enjoyed it, and make sure to check out the complete ad breakdown to help create 599 client leads and 20% sales increase. Head over to this link: https://www.danielleklemm.com/adbreakdown   Want to keep up in between shows? Let's chat! over at: www.danielleklemm.com www.instagram.com/iamdanielleklemm  

Joey Vitale with Indie Law joins us this week to indulge our questions on trademarks. Yep, we got an actual trademark lawyer to give us some real perspective on a variety of topics that come up in the creative community. We were surprised where the conversation took us, and I think you will be too. You can find Joey at Indie Law on Facebook or Instagram. Show Highlights  Joey’s planner & main pen The difference between a copyright & a trademark.The #1 thing business owners should do to protect themselves right now…Being proactiveSeeking valuable adviceBeing a smarter business owner Show Mentions Wirecutter.com Uniball Jet Stream - Joey’s Fave Pentel Energel Liquid Gel .35 Needle Point - Colleens Current Fav Free Trademark Training   

Joey Vitale is an attorney and business strategist for thriving entrepreneurs. As the Founding Attorney of Indie Law, Joey works with small business owners to protect their passions and give them the legal foundation they need to thrive and make an impact. Outside of his firm, Joey provides courses, presentations, and workshops that focus on the legal issues that matter most: trademarks, business formation, copyrights, and contracts. While based in Chicago, Indie Law serves business owners all over the country. What you will learn from this episode: Why Joey decided to break out on his own and began working with small businesses to help them protect their assets Why trademark issues are particularly thorny for many business owners, and how Joey helps his clients better understand and navigate these issues Why niching down and becoming the expert in his niche has been tremendously helpful in growing Joey’s business Why half of the 500,000 trademark applications filed last year failed, primarily due to an existing or very similar trademark in place Why trademarking descriptive words and phrases is becoming a major trend impacting sellers on e-commerce sites like Etsy How Joey and his team help business owners monitor words and phrases that appear on their goods to help protect them from others who attempt to trademark those words Why it is important for business owners to be proactive in protecting themselves, and what resources business owners can use to better understand trademark How “common law trademark” and “registered trademark” differ, and how to use the Trademark Electronic Search System (TESS) located at https://uspto.gov Why protecting yourself with trademarks proactively is far more cost-effective than trying to fix problems after the fact, and why an attorney’s assistance is invaluable How social media platforms are increasingly becoming protective of their names and are going after educators for using the platform name in the title of their courses Resources: Website: https://indielaw.com/faq/ Free Indie Law guide to the four biggest trademark mistakes to avoid: https://indielaw.com/freeguide-1/ TESS Trademark Database: www.uspto.gov Instagram: www.instagram.com/joeycvitale/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/indielawfirm Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/levelupyourlegalside/?source_id=306914809658065

Do you own your brand? Unless you've gone through the process of copyrighting and trademarking it, then you might not. That means that someone might be able to take your content and use it without your permission. Attorney Joey Vitale can protect your company and your brand from improper use. His firm, Indie Law, specializes in Trademarking. They can help you keep your Brand Name, Logo, and Tagline protected from improper use by others. Joey and Jordan sat down a little while ago and discussed the Trademark process and why every business owner needs to make sure they're following the rules to keep their Brand safe. They talked about best practices, how to do the research, and when you should be contacting an attorney to help. Joey Vitale is an attorney for thriving small businesses. He is one of the top-rated lawyers for creatives in the country. With his law firm, Indie Law, Joey works with creative small business owners to protect their passions and give them the legal foundation they need to thrive. Indie Law offers innovative subscription plans, flat-fee packages, consultation sessions, and educational webinars. With these services, Joey focuses on the legal issues that matter most to creatives: business formation, trademarks, copyrights, and contracts. While based in Chicago, Indie Law serves business owners all over the country. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/letsgetuptobusiness/message

In this episode of Marketing Personalities, Brit Kolo interviews Joey Vitale, who is the Founder of Indie Law, a trademark law firm in Chicago, IL. Listen to hear how Joey is giving small business owners their confidence back through trademark law and combating the common struggles of depression, anxiety, and self-doubt as an INFJ Links Mentioned: Joey’s Website, Indie Law Joey on Facebook  Joey on Instagram at @joeycvitale

A lot of people talk about building a brand, but unless you want to waste a ton of time and money, you need to also make sure you're protecting your brand. Episode Summary: Trademarks are complicated aspect of the law which has a lot of gray area, and many business owners tend to overlook it because of the misunderstanding of what trademarks are. Joey is passionate about helping online business owners get peace of mind by proactively spreading the message about how trademarks work. Passionate online business owners spend a lot of time and thought into creating a brand which is deeply rooted from their vision. Joey and I talk about why investing in protecting your brand at the start of your business is vital in its success. Joey explains that one of the biggest misconceptions about trademarks is that it's something you have to decide "to do or not to do". Once you start to use your brand, you are either claiming trademark rights that are limited or infringing somebody else's rights without really knowing it. I personally share how I faced a legal issue on trademarks, and how Joey has helped me with it. Don't know where to start? Joey shares the steps you need to take in order to protect your brand. Discover how social media scammers may attack you and your brand! Joey talks about the compelling details in this episode. "These decisions are starting to become less of a purely legal conversation and more of a legal + business strategy conversation." - Joey Vitale #scaletoseven "We're getting so many more applications being filed for. So, in a very weird, but literal way we are running out of trademarks." - Joey Vitale #scaletoseven About The Guest: Joey Vitale is an attorney and customer experience strategist for online solopreneurs. With his law firm, Indie Law, Joey keeps your business protected so you won't get your entire brand taken away from you. In addition to his law firm, Joey can also keep your business safe and thriving through his online courses and private Facebook group. Joey has spoken in front of thousands of entrepreneurs all over the country to share his expertise and insights on how to build a business that puts you first. Where to Find Joey Online Website The Trademark Toolkit Course Facebook Facebook Group Instagram Let's Connect See all that Kathryn has to offer at kathrynbinkley.com Connect more with Kathryn on Instagram Listen + Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher!  We'd greatly appreciate a podcast rating and review so that we can reach more entrepreneurs like you! Search for the podcast in your podcast app (Scale to Seven®) Scroll down and click 5 stars Tap “Write a Review” & enter a brief review Press send

As part of the Pitfalls Series, Dustin and Danielle are talking about investing in the wrong advisory team. When you start your business, you may hire an assistant, a graphic designer, or some other professional who helps you execute and deliver your daily work. Of course, these individuals are highly important to the success of your business. But that’s not what Dustin and Danielle are talking about today. Instead, they’re talking about the professional you choose to work with — and take advice from. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN 06:45 How your perception of money changes as you start earning more 08:13 Why your advisory team is just as important as your staff 08:43 One of the common mistakes we see regarding who entrepreneurs trust 09:40 Types of individuals on your advisory team 10:58 Why bookkeepers, coaches, CPAs, and attorneys are great… but not for everything 12:48 The limits of what to expect from other advisory team members 14:30 The risk of “conflict of interest” when it comes to taking advice from certain professionals 15:24 Hustlers and friends and how to spot them 16:28 Why you should be talking to other business owner and entrepreneur friends about their advisory team 19:24 Why CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professionals are like quarterbacks 20:47 How to find the right advisory team for you   WHO IS QUALIFIED TO GIVE YOU INVESTMENT ADVICE? Because investments are still one of those “mysterious” topics that not a lot of people have exposure to, it can be really hard to know who to trust and whose advice to actually follow. When you have a cousin, friend, or fellow business owner who has made a series of investments and seen (or told you they’ve seen) great returns, it can be tempting to follow in their footsteps or take their experience as fact. But as Dustin and Danielle explain in this episode, that can be a huge mistake. In general, entrepreneurs and business owners tend to have a number of professionals they rely on and trust. Your bookkeeper or Certified Public Accountant may help you manage your day-to-day business income, pay taxes, and even cut overhead costs. But none of that means they’re qualified to give you investment advice. Executive coaches can help you grow your business and even resolve some of your mindset blocks around money. But that doesn’t mean they have experience with investments and, therefore, shouldn’t be giving you investment advice. Attorneys are extremely useful, especially when it comes to helping you structure your business or apply for trademarks, like Joey Vitale of Indie Law can. But they’re not experts in investments. Insurance agents will help you protect your business, home, and life… but they’re also not investment advisors. Friends and business owners who have a “great investment idea for you” are — you guessed it — not to be trusted for investment advice. Of course, Dustin and Danielle aren’t saying you should listen to these experts’ opinions and experiences with investments. You just shouldn’t take their advice as your own plan of action. Especially when these people benefit from your decisions. CPAs, for example, may only recommend investments that save you on taxes, which doesn’t always benefit you in the long run. Attorneys may recommend investments with a certain professional with whom they have a referral agreement. Friends and business owners with investment ideas are usually just hoping to get money to support their business or ideas. At the end of the day, it doesn’t matter who these people are. If they’re not qualified to offer investment advice, Dustin and Danielle recommend that you take what they say with a grain of salt. Then find a real professional who can offer you the guidance you need.   CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ PROFESSIONALS ARE LIKE QUARTERBACKS Dustin and Danielle break down your advisory team in this episode, explaining that each of the professionals above all play their own role. But sometimes, you don’t have these roles filled yet. If that’s the case, a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ can serve as your advisory team’s quarterback; they know about taxes, estate planning, insurance, etc. but they’re looking at the high-level picture. Once they know the play, your CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ can pass the ball to other experts who can help make the most informed decisions that are right for you. A CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ can also tell you, based on your situation, which other members you need on your advisory team. You’ve got your team in place when it comes to your staff and daily operations, but you need to make sure that you have the right experts on your side as well. Recruiting the wrong advisory team can be a lot more detrimental to your business (and yourself) than just hiring the wrong assistant, for example. Tune into the full episode to hear how Dustin and Danielle explain why an advisory team is so important, who should be included (and excluded), and why investment advice is so valuable for you, your business, and your future. If you’re thinking about hiring a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, you can take the quiz below to see if Toujours Planning is right for you.   This material is for general information only and is not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual. RESOURCES & PEOPLE MENTIONED Our Resource Vault Pitfalls Series: Investing in the Wrong Arena The Toujours Planning Quiz — are we a good fit for your financial planning needs?   CONNECT WITH DANIELLE AND DUSTIN Ask Your Questions On Facebook On Twitter

In this episode of Worth It, Dustin and Danielle have a special guest: Joey Vitale. Joey is an attorney, speaker, and educator for entrepreneurs. He focuses on the legal aspects of creative businesses so the owners can focus on what’s important — their work. On top of working with clients, Joey has also created an expert brand for himself with Indie Law, where he provides a ton of resources for creative entrepreneurs who are looking to either “DIY” their brand protections or work with his expert team. During their chat, Dustin, Danielle, and Joey dig into what trademarking is, what it’s not, and why it’s so important for creatives and new business owners to really put on their “legal hat” when thinking about their business, their content, and the future. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN 06:20 Why niching down helped Joey’s business 08:33 What it means to protect your brand 10:04  What you can do to “disaster-proof” your brand 12:24 Why that ™ designation doesn’t mean as much as you thought it did 14:38 The two hurdles you have to get over to register your trademark 16:00 The importance of applying for a trademark before you launch 20:45 Why you should consider trademarking “catchphrases” as they come up 22:10 How the brand name “Elevator” has been “genericized” 23:12 The pros and cons of having an overly descriptive brand name 26:55 The current popularity of trademarking phrases 29:40 How a trademark attorney can help you understand your exact brand needs 32:06 What to consider if you’re a handmade business owner 33:14 The dangers of choosing a cheaper, form-based trademark application tool 34:140 Why trademarks and copyrights aren’t just a one-and-done thing 37:21 What you need to learn if you’re going to do trademarking yourself 40:45 What business owners can do to start thinking about trademarks today 42:43 The one thing Joey recommends creative entrepreneurs do 44:25 Why connecting entrepreneurs to other experts is vital   TRADEMARKING — WHAT IS IT, REALLY? This episode of Worth It answers a lot of the questions we all have about trademarking: What is it? Do you need it? Can you sue people for using your catchphrases or brand name? How do you pursue a trademark? What’s the difference between ™ and ©?   Joey also sheds a little light on the importance of LLCs and incorporating your business so that you can better protect it against lawsuits, copyright infringements, and more. Of course, there’s no one size fits all for every business or brand, but Joey dives into what a few scenarios could look like. He also shares a few resources that can help listeners either “DIY” their trademarking or enlist the support experts at Indie Law, so don’t miss those.   BRAND NAMES AND CATCHPHRASES Much of the episode is dedicated to talking about how to use business names properly, and Joey walks listeners through a few basics to make sure trademark law is a little clearer. He also talks about things like slogans, catchphrases, and even logos and how that falls under trademark and copyright law. When it comes to our current online landscape, it’s important to know what you can take inspiration from, what’s protected, and what’s illegal. Joey also explains the popularity of trademarking phrases, especially in the apparel and art world, and how that impacts content creators and business builders. If you’ve ever wondered if you can send a “Cease and Desist” letter to someone turning your tweets into memes, this is for you.   WHAT’S NEXT FOR INDIE LAW? Like most creative entrepreneurs, Joey is about more than just trademark law. He’s also building a community of experts who support entrepreneurs as they scale their businesses. He works with people to create contracts, establish LLCs or corporations, and (you guessed it) file for trademarks. Indie Law also offers a unique Trademark Watch service, which includes quarterly reports and monitoring for anyone who is creating something too similar to your name, branding, products, etc. Indie Law and Joey also work with creative entrepreneurs to continually consider the trademark side of their slogans, new designs or logos, and products they create. This can all change as your business builds, so you may need to update trademarks, contracts, or legal coverage over time. He’s also launching an online course for entrepreneurs who want to learn what trademarks are, what they protect, and how to do a proper search. Another program is also on the way, called LLC on the Weekend, so you can DIY your LLC if you want! Follow Joey on Instagram @joeycvitale if you want to see more of his expertise (check out his IGTV videos) and to learn more about his upcoming courses and membership programs to really up your legal game. This material is for general information only and is not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual. Joey Vitale is not affiliated with LPL Financial. RESOURCES & PEOPLE MENTIONED Indie Law Joey’s Instagram @joeycvitale The Spectrum of Distinctiveness The Toujours Planning Quiz — are we a good fit for your financial planning needs?   CONNECT WITH DANIELLE AND DUSTIN Ask Your Questions On Facebook On Twitter  

Visit MaximumLawyer.com for complete show notes of each podcast episode, tips, hacks and more resources!  In this limited-run episode we're sharing Joey Vitale's presentation from last year's MaxLawCon 2018 on building a tribe on social media. Joey Vitale is the proud owner and founder of Indie Law, a law firm specializing in legal protections for solo and small-size businesses. You can check out their facebook page here and their website here Register for MaxLawCon19, June 6 and 7 at Delmar Hall in St.Louis. Thanks so much for listening to the show! If you want to know more about this and keep on maximizing your firm, please join our Facebook Group or like us on Facebook and comment! You can also go to MaximumLawyer.com or, if you’d prefer, email us at: info@maximumlawyer.com Do you want to get on the show? Shoot us an email or message us! The Maximum Lawyer Podcast. Partner up, and maximize your firm.

Today’s guest is Joey Vitale and our topic is all about building a dynamic and beneficial community on social media. Joey is not only is an attorney for thriving small businesses, but also the author of Chapter 7, “Building a Community on Social Media” in my new book, “The Ultimate Guide to Social Media for Business Owners, Professionals and Entrepreneurs.” Before we dive into today’s interview, I believe it’s important to give some context to what you’re about to hear. First, Joey is the owner of Indie Law and works with a variety of "creative" business owners, from social media experts and brand agencies to online course creators and handmade crafters. While doing this, he also manages an online community of over 7,000 business owners and hosts a weekly interview show on Facebook where he highlights and promotes a variety of experts who help small business owners. His new online course helps business owners with their Trademarks and you can easily connect with Joey and get access to his Facebook Group and online courses via IndieLaw.com While you’re here, get a copy of my new book and read Joey’s entire chapter, along with tips in 51 other chapters written by 47 combined experts from around the world. You can grab your copy on Amazon by jumping over to http://www.SocialMediaBook.online (Kindle, Paperback and Audible in Feb) If you like the podcast, Joey’s tips, and my new book, please feel free to share the links with your family, friends and audience. Thank you, and always remember to make each day your masterpiece!   Mitch

Key Points Joey Vitale, Founder and Managing Attorney of Indie Law, in conversation with Ekwa Marketing CEO, Naren Arulrajah Introduction Background Following YOUR passion Building a business Target marketing Helping others Being proactive Using contractors Speaking to other professionals Final thoughts More about Joey Vitale: Joey is the owner & founder of Indie Law, which […] The post Pursuing your passions and carving your own path with Joey Vitale appeared first on Dominate LAW.

In his law firm, Indie Law, Joey works with creative small business owners to protect their passions and give them the legal foundation they need to thrive. With these services, Joey focuses on the legal issues that matter most to creatives: trademarks, business formation, copyrights, and contracts. I knew Joey was someone I wanted on the show when I visited his website and saw this phrase, “We strive to keep things simple, positive, honest and human!” Business Building InsightsPut your well-being before your business. When you stay happy and healthy, your business keeps thriving. It’s fulfilling to work with people who have a big heart and passion for what they’re doing. You have to be careful because a hobby that you enjoy can easily turn into a business you hate running. It’s not necessary to legally protect your business until it’s successful, meaning a proven concept that sells. Once you are selling to more than friends and family, don’t wait to protect your copyrights and trademarks until it’s too late. You don’t get exclusive rights to your name unless you have a federal registration in place. The first step is to make sure that you’re not infringing on anybody else’s trademark. If you are using a name and you will be in business two years from now, then you should invest in trademark protection. Not everything that we create is protected by copyrights. Legal documents that should be added to your website are a Privacy Policy, Terms of Use and Conditions. For newbies, the first big thing is awareness. You don’t have to learn everything in detail, but you should understand the difference between patents, trademarks and copyrights. Treat your business as a real business and not just an extension of you. Resources Mentioned Myows (https://myows.com/) – copyright protection app Contact Links FREE TRADEMARK CRASH COURSE (http://www.indielaw.com/tmcrashcourse) Website (http://www.indielaw.com) Facebook (http://facebook.com/indielawfirm) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/joeycvitale) Gift Biz ResourcesJoin our this quiz (https://quiz.leadquizzes.com/q/Ky85Vd) to find out. At the end, you’ll have access to a free download to help you along. P.S. This is not a quiz where your result gets published to social media. It’s for your eyes only :o) The Makers MBA (http://giftbizunwrapped.com/makersmba) program and access valuable videos, worksheets, and guides and connect with a community of gift biz builders just like you. It’s time to get moving on your dream. Get started today! If you found value in this podcast, make sure to subscribe and leave a review in (http://www.giftbizunwrapped.com/GooglePodcasts) . That helps us spread the word to more makers just like you. Thanks! Sue

How often do you hear as a small business owner that you are your brand? Well, that could be an essential paradigm behind personal branding but when it comes to living a well-balanced life, that may not always apply. In fact, you may need to realize how separating yourself from your business is key to your self-actualization. Because like it or not, you are a whole being and your business is just one part of you and not all of you.  In this episode of The Digital Slice Podcast, discover the beauty and power behind being able to separate yourself from your business. Joey Vitale is the founder of Indie Law, a law firm dedicated to small business owners, especially those passionate ones in the creative space. Joey is adamant about providing his clients the protection and legal foundation they need to grow their business.  In this Episode: How Joey found his passion for working with creative small business owners How Joey's law firm, Indie Law has been a success in the past 2 years Joey's panic attack and hospitalization and how it made him realize his priorities over his business How loving yourself more than your business is key to well-being How to live on the lighter side of business with Joey being called the “babe-dude” Why separating yourself from your business is important legally Inevitable business risks and fears and how to protect yourself LLCs, contracts, team agreements, and other forms of protective separation layers How a contract can become a foundation for your ideal business and client experience The pros and cons between single proprietorship, LLCs, and corporations How to choose the right type of business entity for tax purposes The perfect timing for using legal protection for your business How trademarks are to be used at a certain success level How contracts are top priority when starting out a business How a contract should be a dynamic document that's adaptive to change and constant improvement How to best choose the attorney for your needs based on pricing, reviews, personality fit, team support, and customer service How having a team behind you for continuity of work for clients is a crucial part of separating yourself from your business Joey's Smile Bigger 12-week course on business lessons learned the way

Today Dannie and Caitlyn are talking with Joey Vitale of Indie Law. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS:Boundaries and overwhelm with Facebook GroupsBeing an entrepreneur versus being a hobbyistFailing at being a side-hustlerMaking the decision to jump into entrepreneurshipWhat "success" looks like in the creative worldSHOW NOTES:Friends of Indie Law Facebook GroupFueled with Heart Facebook GroupJana Bishop of TwigyPostsRosemary Watson of Rosemary Watson ProductionsRising Tide SocietySavvy Business OwnersAmy Nichols | Amy Nichols Special Events | The Poppy Group JOEY'S BIO:Joey Vitale is an attorney for thriving small businesses. With his law firm, Indie Law, Joey works with creative small business owners to protect their passions and give them the legal foundation they need to thrive. Indie Law offers innovative subscription plans, flat-fee packages, consultation sessions, and educational webinars. With these services, Joey focuses on the legal issues that matter most to creatives: business formation, trademarks, copyrights, and contracts. While based in Chicago, Indie Law serves business owners all over the country. Affectionately referred to as a “babe dude,” Joey has a reputation for thriving within female entrepreneur communities.FOLLOW JOEY:Indie Law WebsiteIndie Law Facebook | Indie Law Instagram | Indie Law YouTube | Indie Law Facebook GroupFOLLOW YOUR HOSTS:Dannie's Website | Dannie's Instagram || Caitlyn's Website | Caitlyn's Instagram FOLLOW THE PODCAST ON ITUNES