Trade Name Assignment is a process used by businesses to register and protect their trade names. It involves creating a unique name that is related to the business and registering it with the appropriate government body. Trade Names are also known as Business Names, Trademarks, Service Marks, and Brand Names. There are two types of Trade Name Assignment: registering a trade name with the state or registering a trade name with the federal government. When registering a trade name with the state, a business must determine if the name they have chosen is already in use or if it is available in their state. Additionally, when registering a trade name with the federal government, a business must file a trademark application with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). Both processes are important for businesses to protect their trade name and ensure that they are the only ones using it.