Trademark Attorney / Law Firm
Michael W. Rafter – Trademark Portfolio
With a filing history spanning 48 years (1971–2026), Michael W. Rafter has represented clients in 741 trademark filings before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). Over the course of this practice, 520 trademarks have achieved registered status, while 58 remain pending. Areas of expertise include Class 11 (Environmental Control) and Class 9 (Computers & Electronics), among 20 Nice Classification classes represented.
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Practice Areas by Trademark Class
Michael W. Rafter's trademark practice covers 20 Nice Classification classes, representing the range of industries and goods/services handled in their USPTO filings.
Apparatus for lighting, heating, steam generating, cooking, refrigerating, drying
Scientific, nautical, surveying, photographic, cinematographic, optical apparatus and instruments
Advertising; business management; business administration; office functions
Scientific and technological services; industrial analysis and research services
Building materials (non-metallic); non-metallic rigid pipes for building
Machines and machine tools; motors and engines; machine coupling and transmission components
Insurance; financial affairs; monetary affairs; real estate affairs
Education; providing of training; entertainment; sporting and cultural activities
Paper and cardboard; printed matter; bookbinding material; photographs; stationery
Frequently Asked Questions
How many trademark applications has Michael W. Rafter filed?
Michael W. Rafter has filed 741 trademark applications with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). Of these, 520 registered, 58 pending, 51 abandoned, 102 cancelled.
What trademark classes does Michael W. Rafter specialize in?
Michael W. Rafter has filed trademarks across 20 Nice Classification classes. The most common practice areas include Class 11 (Environmental Control), Class 9 (Computers & Electronics), Class 35 (Advertising & Business), Class 42 (Computer & Scientific), Class 19 (Building Materials). Class 11 covers apparatus for lighting, heating, steam generating, cooking, refrigerating, drying.
How long has Michael W. Rafter been filing trademarks?
Michael W. Rafter's trademark filing history with the USPTO spans from 1971 to 2026, covering 55 years of trademark practice. During this period, Michael W. Rafter has handled 741 trademark applications.
What is Michael W. Rafter's trademark registration success rate?
Michael W. Rafter has a 77% trademark registration rate, with 520 out of 673 resolved applications resulting in successful registration. Currently, 58 applications are pending review.