If it has not yet been used in Minnesota, you cannot register the mark with this office. State the name and complete address of the applicant.For most practical purposes, state registration of a trademark is meaningless. First, the applicant for patent must be able to demonstrate that he or she has developed a new, useful, and not obvious process or product. Strictly speaking, you do not need a lawyer to handle your trademark application. A sole proprietor or business owner may represent themselves before the USPTO. In this blog, I'll walk you through the process of registering your trademark or service mark in Minnesota, explaining the key steps and requirements. Aaron Hall is a licensed trademark attorney who regularly represents business owners in trademark matters before the United States Patent and Trademark Office. The morning course is designed as a primer on trademark law, and will explore what constitutes a trademark and service mark. Intellectual property laws are designed to protect individuals and businesses from theft.