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If you’ve followed me on LinkedIn, you’ve probably seen me mention this before—but it’s worth repeating. Ownership changes can trigger serious reporting obligations with the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB), and missing a deadline here can cause real headaches.

What Should Be Done

For anyone listed on your federal permit—typically individuals with signature authority or at least a 10% ownership stake—any change to that person’s status should be reported to TTB within 30 days. This includes…
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We are seeing more and more scams related to trademarks. They are getting increasingly sophisticated. Please, please, please do not pay for anything over the phone. The USPTO never asks for money over the phone. The website is www.uspto.gov. It is the United States Patent and Trademark Office (“USPTO”). Some of the scams say things like the United States Patent and Trademark Center.  Please be careful. We post about this often, and yet it isn’t often enough. The scams…
Continue Reading If In Doubt, Ask 

You are strong, strong is you!

Good form allows movement to be powerful and efficient. But form is just a shape, and the shape we take depends on what we need to do.

I think about this when I train. A lifter grips the bar with rigid structure to generate force. A dancer extends through the fingertips, creating length and fluidity. Both are precise. Both serve their function. They don’t move the same way because they don’t need to.

I think about this at my…
Continue Reading The Shape of Our Work

After a 4-week hiatus (they keep getting shorter apparently), I am back again with more updates about the Corporate Transparency Act’s (CTA) journey through federal court. For those of you tuning back in, this post relates to our firm’s series about the Corporate Transparency Act and Beneficial Ownership Information Reporting. Please follow the link here to see all our firm’s posts on this topic.

When I last posted about legal challenges to the Corporate Transparency Act in federal court…
Continue Reading The Corporate Transparency Act is Here (Mostly). Now It’s Back On (For Now)?

Long before I was a trademark nerd, I was a biology geek with the science degrees to prove it. Yes, I have read Darwin’s The Origin of Species – in my own free time at that. I also recently read Blue Ocean Strategy by W. Chan Kim and Renée Mauborgne and The Serviceberry: Abundance and Reciprocity in the Natural World by Robin Wall Kimmerer. Three very different books, but they each have a way shifting perspectives. All of them…
Continue Reading Diversity is the Antidote for Competition

As a senior in high school, I must make a lot of decisions for the next steps in my life. The questions people always have for me these days are; “How is senior year going?” “Do you know what you want to do or where you want to go?” I always reply that I am ready to be done and move on to the next chapter in life! Or that I plan to go for political science, but I…
Continue Reading Build stress reduction into your routine

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In today’s digital era, the world of intellectual property is evolving rapidly. With technology making the technical aspects of filing trademark applications more accessible than ever, it might seem like the process is becoming straightforward. And to a certain extent, it is. With user-friendly USPTO interfaces, AI-driven tools, and abundant resources, the barriers to entry are indeed lowering.

However, while the “how” of trademarking is becoming more accessible, the “why” and “what next” are where the true value of…
Continue Reading The Human Touch in Trademarking: Why Soft Skills Matter in a Digital Age

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After a 6-week hiatus, I am back again with more updates about the Corporate Transparency Act’s (CTA) journey through federal court. For those of you tuning back in, this post relates to our firm’s series about the Corporate Transparency Act and Beneficial Ownership Reporting. Please follow the link here to see all our firm’s posts on this topic.

When I last posted about legal challenges to the Corporate Transparency Act in federal court (see here), a federal court…
Continue Reading The Corporate Transparency Act is Here (Kind of). Now It’s in Court (Several More Times)?

Fatimeh Pahlavan’s legal practice is dedicated to building thoughtful infrastructure that supports meaningful work and human-centered workplaces. She believes that the right systems—whether legal, operational, or cultural—can foster both individual growth and collective impact.

At Ogden Glazer + Schaefer, Fatimeh draws from her background in cooperative governance, intellectual property, and nonprofit leadership to help clients build organizations that reflect their values. She approaches her work with a focus on clarity and collaboration, offering strategies that reflect each client’s unique…
Continue Reading We welcome a new attorney in 2025!

We’re thrilled to welcome Jennifer Glass to OG+S! Jenn brings over 15 years of experience in intellectual property, specializing in patent prosecution, as well as patent and trademark docketing. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management from Cornerstone University.

Jenn’s career spans a variety of industries within the legal field, including automotive and pharmaceutical, and she has worked in environments ranging from small firms to in-house positions with large corporations. Her expertise in organizing complex projects,…
Continue Reading We have a new IP Paralegal!

Copyright law can be a bit convoluted, but occasionally, the legislature does things that actually simplify life. One thing they did was to make all the copyrights expire on December 31 rather than throughout the year. The 1998 Copyright Term Extension Act gave works published or registered before 1978 a 95-year term, expiring on January 1 after the conclusion of the 95th year.

That means that on January 1, 2025, copyrighted works from 1929 will enter the US public…
Continue Reading It’s Almost Here! Public Domain Day!

As we close out another remarkable year, all of us at Ogden Glazer + Schaefer want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude. To our clients, partners, staff, and friends, your trust and collaboration have been the cornerstone of our success.

We’re proud of what we’ve achieved together in 2024 and excited about the opportunities the new year holds. Here’s to continued growth, shared successes, and a bright 2025 ahead.

Wishing you a joyful holiday season and…
Continue Reading Happy End of 2024 from Ogden Glazer + Schaefer

The anticipated Emergency Rule further outlining the Department of Revenue’s policies, procedures, and interpretations of Wis. Stat. Sec. 125 was just released! If you are a brewery, winery, distillery, or wholesale permittee in the State of Wisconsin this emergency rule applies to you and will impact your business. We will have more information about the Emergency Rule and its impacts in the coming days. However, for now, you may read the rule in its entirety at the link below:…
Continue Reading Emergency Rule 2419 Released by Wisconsin Department of Revenue

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My pause on BOI blogging content was solid, but recent events in federal court have caused me to spring back into action. For those of you tuning back in, this post relates to our firm’s series about the Corporate Transparency Act and Beneficial Ownership Reporting. Please follow the link here to see all our firm’s posts on this topic.

When I last posted about legal challenges to the Corporate Transparency Act in federal court (see here), a…
Continue Reading The Corporate Transparency Act is Here (Kinda). Now It’s in Court (Again)?

At OG+S, gratitude isn’t just a buzzword; it’s a cornerstone of our culture. As a staff member in this unicorn law firm—where innovation meets unwavering commitment to our clients—I find myself constantly thankful to be part of a workplace that truly values team collaboration and individual contributions.

Every day, I experience the synergy that comes from blending diverse skills and perspectives. Whether the attorneys are tackling a complex legal challenge or our full team brainstorming new ways to enhance…
Continue Reading Gratitude in Action: A Staff Perspective on Working at OG+S

Collin started out the statements of gratitude, but we wanted to extend it to this week, too. We at OG+S are very grateful for our staff, our clients, and our community. 

We absolutely could not survive as a business without our staff. They exemplify our culture, mission, and values every single day. And let us know if they think we are not (as they should). Every meeting, every interaction with them shows they care about their work, our clients,…
Continue Reading OG+S is Thankful for You!