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Can I own a trademark as an individual?

Senior Trademark Attorney

Yes. Individual ownership of a trademark is straightforward and valid in all jurisdictions. The trademark is registered in your personal name, and you hold all rights associated with it.

Whether individual ownership is the right structure depends on your situation. If a company will be using the mark commercially, a license agreement or ownership transfer to the company may be more practical in the long run. For those who want to retain personal control of the brand (such as a public figure licensing their name to a commercial partner), individual ownership is the appropriate choice.

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