Over the past several months, we have seen an increase in notices from alleged trademark firms. The emails are identical or substantially similar to the following:
Hi [recipient],
I hope this email finds you in good health.
I am writing to you on behalf of the legal department of [Trademark Firm].
We have received an application for the registration of the trademark “[recipient company name]”. The applicant is seeking legal protection for this brand name. We are currently reviewing the application to ensure compliance with trademark regulations and will proceed with the necessary legal procedures accordingly. During our research, we came across your information and discovered that this brand name is not currently registered with the USPTO, leaving it open for registration by any interested party.