Trademark Trial and Appeal Board

The Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB) is a part of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office that handles disputes related to trademarks. If someone challenges the registration of a trademark or if a trademark owner disputes a cancellation of their mark, the TTAB conducts hearings and makes decisions. This process helps ensure that trademarks are registered and protected according to U.S. law, maintaining fairness in the marketplace. The board does not deal with infringement lawsuits but focuses on the validity of trademark registrations and related proceedings.