Deputy Commissioner for Trademark Operations

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571-272-8901
Fax
571-273-0029
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Acting Deputy Commissioner for Trademark Operations

The Office of Deputy Commissioner for Trademark Operations leads the Trademark Law Offices and Trademark Services in all aspects of trademark examination, registration, and maintenance. It focuses on delivering timely and fair decisions by:

  • Managing the end-to-end examination process: Overseeing how applications move through each stage of review to ensure consistent, efficient, and high-quality outcomes.
  • Meeting performance and quality goals: Tracking productivity and accuracy to ensure the public receives timely, consistent service.
  • Improving processes and training: Developing better tools, training, and workflows to help staff work efficiently and keep pace with demand. 

Offices within Trademark Operations

Director: Susan White
Deputy Director: Kenneth Reese

Trademark Law Offices 

Law Office Group Directors
Angela Wilson
Christine Cooper
Steve Berk