In this episode of The Women on Top, Valerie Lynn speaks with Taylor Tieman, a business and trademark attorney, about the importance of legal protections for small businesses, especially those owned by women and BIPOC. They discuss when to trademark a business name, the differences between trademarks and LLCs, and the challenges of navigating the legal landscape as a young attorney. Taylor shares her passion for serving underrepresented communities and the importance of authenticity in legal practice. The conversation also touches on the challenges of running a business, the significance of contracts, and advice for women starting their own businesses.
Takeaways
- Trademarking should start early in the business process.
- Understanding the difference between a trademark and an LLC is crucial.
- The trademark application process can take over a year.
- Many business owners wait too long to protect their brand.
- Legal empowerment can boost confidence in business owners.
- Authenticity in legal practice helps build trust with clients.
- Women often feel they need to be established before trademarking.
- Community engagement is vital for legal professionals.
- Creating content can help connect with potential clients.
- Work-life balance is an ongoing challenge for business owners.
Chapters:
05:39 Trademark vs. LLC: Understanding Legal Protections
08:32 The Trademark Application Process: Timeline and Protection
11:15 Common Mistakes in Business Naming and Trademarking
14:01 Empowering Women and BIPOC Entrepreneurs
19:37 Overcoming Judgment and Embracing Authenticity
21:55 Building a Brand: Legal Amiga's Identity
23:17 Navigating Challenges: The Early Days of Law Practice
24:45 Marketing Strategies: Finding Clients in a Digital Age
25:45 Client Crises: Handling Legal Emergencies
26:47 Legal Empowerment: The Connection to Self-Worth
28:15 Contracts 101: Importance and Basics
30:52 Starting Late: Encouragement for New Entrepreneurs
32:27 Work-Life Balance: Motherhood and Business
36:52 Finding Your Voice: Confidence in the Legal Field
38:05 Creating Content: The Mundane Can Be Interesting
39:45Legacy and Perspective: Life Beyond Business
Connect with Taylor:
Website - Legalmiga Law: https://www.legalmigalaw.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/legalmiga/?hl=en
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-tieman-84763325/
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