D.C. UNITED Trademark

Trademark Overview


On Thursday, December 10, 2015, a trademark application was filed for D.C. UNITED with the United States Patent and Trademark Office. The USPTO has given the D.C. UNITED trademark a serial number of 86844765. The federal status of this trademark filing is SECTION 8 - ACCEPTED as of Friday, December 1, 2023. This trademark is owned by Major League Soccer, L.L.C.. The D.C. UNITED trademark is filed in the Computer & Software Products & Electrical & Scientific Products, Paper & Printed Material Products, Clothing & Apparel Products, Toys & Sporting Goods Products, and Education & Entertainment Services categories with the following description:

Entertainment services, namely, soccer exhibitions rendered live in a stadium, and through the media of television and radio and via the internet; provision of entertainment in the nature of non-downloadable pre-recorded film clips from soccer games, presented via mobile communication devices; provision of information in the field of soccer via the internet and mobile devices

Fitted plastic films known as skins for covering and providing a scratch proof barrier or protection for electronic devices, namely, [ MP3 players, ] mobile telephones, smart telephones, [ tablets, laptop, gaming devices, and wireless speakers; ] computer and video game software and programs; magnets; [ sunglasses, pre-recorded DVDs in the field of soccer; ] downloadable image files containing artwork, text, audio, video, games, internet weblinks, in the field of soccer; downloadable video clips from soccer games via mobile communication devices; computer keyboards; [ mouse pads; ] computer memory devices; USB flash drives

[ Toy figurines; soccer ball bags; ] soccer balls; plush toys; [ puzzles; toy foam novelty items, namely, foam heads and fingers; ] foosball tables and figurines; golf accessories, namely, golf balls, [ divot repair tools, bag tags, ball markers, tees, gloves; Christmas tree ornaments; building blocks toys; ] game tables [, tailgating games, namely, bag toss games, washer game sets, tumbler towers game; game tables for tailgating ]

Posters; decals; trading cards; stickers; bumper stickers; printed paper signs; [ printed media guides relating to a professional soccer team; souvenir soccer programs; yearbooks in the field of soccer; ] printed event admission tickets; [ calendars; paper mats for beer glasses; ] photo prints; [ magazines featuring information in the field of soccer; paper hangtags; pencils; ] notebooks [ ; binders ]

T-shirts; fleece tops; jerseys; hats; caps; [ visors; ] beanies; shorts; pants, sweat suits; jackets; hooded sweatshirts; scarves, gloves, socks, headbands, [ wristbands, ] ponchos, baby bibs not made of paper, infant and toddler clothing, namely, one-piece clothing, [ overalls, socks, and dresses, ] sleepwear, loungewear, slippers
d.c. united

General Information


Serial Number86844765
Word MarkD.C. UNITED
Filing DateThursday, December 10, 2015
Status701 - SECTION 8 - ACCEPTED
Status DateFriday, December 1, 2023
Registration Number5277163
Registration DateTuesday, August 29, 2017
Mark Drawing3000 - Illustration: Drawing or design which also includes word(s) / letter(s) / number(s)
Published for Opposition DateTuesday, May 10, 2016

Trademark Statements


Goods and ServicesEntertainment services, namely, soccer exhibitions rendered live in a stadium, and through the media of television and radio and via the internet; provision of entertainment in the nature of non-downloadable pre-recorded film clips from soccer games, presented via mobile communication devices; provision of information in the field of soccer via the internet and mobile devices
Description of MarkThe mark consists of an eagle design containing three stars and three stripes with the words "D.C. UNITED" above, all within a shield design.
Goods and ServicesFitted plastic films known as skins for covering and providing a scratch proof barrier or protection for electronic devices, namely, [ MP3 players, ] mobile telephones, smart telephones, [ tablets, laptop, gaming devices, and wireless speakers; ] computer and video game software and programs; magnets; [ sunglasses, pre-recorded DVDs in the field of soccer; ] downloadable image files containing artwork, text, audio, video, games, internet weblinks, in the field of soccer; downloadable video clips from soccer games via mobile communication devices; computer keyboards; [ mouse pads; ] computer memory devices; USB flash drives
Goods and Services[ Toy figurines; soccer ball bags; ] soccer balls; plush toys; [ puzzles; toy foam novelty items, namely, foam heads and fingers; ] foosball tables and figurines; golf accessories, namely, golf balls, [ divot repair tools, bag tags, ball markers, tees, gloves; Christmas tree ornaments; building blocks toys; ] game tables [, tailgating games, namely, bag toss games, washer game sets, tumbler towers game; game tables for tailgating ]
Goods and ServicesPosters; decals; trading cards; stickers; bumper stickers; printed paper signs; [ printed media guides relating to a professional soccer team; souvenir soccer programs; yearbooks in the field of soccer; ] printed event admission tickets; [ calendars; paper mats for beer glasses; ] photo prints; [ magazines featuring information in the field of soccer; paper hangtags; pencils; ] notebooks [ ; binders ]
Goods and ServicesT-shirts; fleece tops; jerseys; hats; caps; [ visors; ] beanies; shorts; pants, sweat suits; jackets; hooded sweatshirts; scarves, gloves, socks, headbands, [ wristbands, ] ponchos, baby bibs not made of paper, infant and toddler clothing, namely, one-piece clothing, [ overalls, socks, and dresses, ] sleepwear, loungewear, slippers
Indication of Colors claimedColor is not claimed as a feature of the mark.
Disclaimer with Predetermined Text"D.C."

Classification Information


International Class009 - Scientific, nautical, surveying, photographic, cinematographic, optical, weighing, measuring, signalling, checking (supervision), life-saving and teaching apparatus and instruments; apparatus and instruments for conducting, switching, transforming, accumulating, regulating or controlling electricity; apparatus for recording, transmission or reproduction of sound or images; magnetic data carriers, recording discs; automatic vending machines and mechanisms for coin operated apparatus; cash registers, calculating machines, data processing equipment and computers; fire extinguishing apparatus.
US Class Codes021, 023, 026, 036, 038
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateMonday, December 14, 2015
Primary Code009
First Use Anywhere DateTuesday, December 15, 2015
First Use In Commerce DateTuesday, December 15, 2015

International Class016 - Paper, cardboard and goods made from these materials, not included in other classes; printed matter; bookbinding material; photographs; stationery; adhesives for stationery or household purposes; artists' materials; paint brushes; typewriters and office requisites (except furniture); instructional and teaching material (except apparatus); plastic materials for packaging (not included in other classes); printers' type; printing blocks.
US Class Codes002, 005, 022, 023, 029, 037, 038, 050
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateMonday, December 14, 2015
Primary Code016
First Use Anywhere DateTuesday, December 15, 2015
First Use In Commerce DateTuesday, December 15, 2015

International Class025 - Clothing, footwear, headgear.
US Class Codes022, 039
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateMonday, December 14, 2015
Primary Code025
First Use Anywhere DateTuesday, December 15, 2015
First Use In Commerce DateTuesday, December 15, 2015

International Class028 - Games and playthings; gymnastic and sporting articles not included in other classes; decorations for Christmas trees.
US Class Codes022, 023, 038, 050
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateMonday, December 14, 2015
Primary Code028
First Use Anywhere DateTuesday, December 15, 2015
First Use In Commerce DateTuesday, December 15, 2015

International Class041 - Education; providing of training; entertainment; sporting and cultural activities.
US Class Codes100, 101, 107
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateMonday, December 14, 2015
Primary Code041
First Use Anywhere DateTuesday, December 15, 2015
First Use In Commerce DateTuesday, December 15, 2015

Trademark Owner History


Party NameMajor League Soccer, L.L.C.
Party Type30 - Original Registrant
Legal Entity Type16 - Limited Liability Company
AddressNew York, NY 10018

Party NameMajor League Soccer, L.L.C.
Party Type20 - Owner at Publication
Legal Entity Type16 - Limited Liability Company
AddressNew York, NY 10018

Party NameMajor League Soccer, L.L.C.
Party Type10 - Original Applicant
Legal Entity Type16 - Limited Liability Company
AddressNew York, NY 10018

Trademark Events


Event DateEvent Description
Friday, December 1, 2023REGISTERED - SEC. 8 (6-YR) ACCEPTED
Friday, December 1, 2023CASE ASSIGNED TO POST REGISTRATION PARALEGAL
Tuesday, August 29, 2023TEAS SECTION 8 RECEIVED
Monday, August 29, 2022COURTESY REMINDER - SEC. 8 (6-YR) E-MAILED
Friday, January 8, 2021APPLICANT/CORRESPONDENCE CHANGES (NON-RESPONSIVE) ENTERED
Friday, January 8, 2021TEAS CHANGE OF CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED
Friday, January 8, 2021ATTORNEY/DOM.REP.REVOKED AND/OR APPOINTED
Friday, January 8, 2021TEAS REVOKE/APP/CHANGE ADDR OF ATTY/DOM REP RECEIVED
Friday, January 8, 2021TEAS CHANGE OF OWNER ADDRESS RECEIVED
Tuesday, August 29, 2017REGISTERED-PRINCIPAL REGISTER
Wednesday, July 26, 2017NOTICE OF ACCEPTANCE OF STATEMENT OF USE E-MAILED
Tuesday, July 25, 2017ALLOWED PRINCIPAL REGISTER - SOU ACCEPTED
Monday, July 17, 2017STATEMENT OF USE PROCESSING COMPLETE
Monday, June 19, 2017USE AMENDMENT FILED
Friday, July 14, 2017CASE ASSIGNED TO INTENT TO USE PARALEGAL
Monday, June 19, 2017TEAS STATEMENT OF USE RECEIVED
Thursday, December 8, 2016NOTICE OF APPROVAL OF EXTENSION REQUEST E-MAILED
Tuesday, December 6, 2016SOU EXTENSION 1 GRANTED
Tuesday, December 6, 2016SOU EXTENSION 1 FILED
Tuesday, December 6, 2016SOU TEAS EXTENSION RECEIVED
Tuesday, July 5, 2016NOA E-MAILED - SOU REQUIRED FROM APPLICANT
Tuesday, May 10, 2016OFFICIAL GAZETTE PUBLICATION CONFIRMATION E-MAILED
Tuesday, May 10, 2016PUBLISHED FOR OPPOSITION
Wednesday, April 20, 2016NOTIFICATION OF NOTICE OF PUBLICATION E-MAILED
Monday, April 4, 2016LAW OFFICE PUBLICATION REVIEW COMPLETED
Friday, March 25, 2016ASSIGNED TO LIE
Thursday, March 10, 2016APPROVED FOR PUB - PRINCIPAL REGISTER
Thursday, March 10, 2016EXAMINER'S AMENDMENT ENTERED
Thursday, March 10, 2016NOTIFICATION OF EXAMINERS AMENDMENT E-MAILED
Thursday, March 10, 2016EXAMINERS AMENDMENT E-MAILED
Thursday, March 10, 2016EXAMINERS AMENDMENT -WRITTEN
Wednesday, March 9, 2016TEAS/EMAIL CORRESPONDENCE ENTERED
Tuesday, March 8, 2016CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED IN LAW OFFICE
Tuesday, March 8, 2016TEAS RESPONSE TO OFFICE ACTION RECEIVED
Friday, February 19, 2016NOTIFICATION OF NON-FINAL ACTION E-MAILED
Friday, February 19, 2016NON-FINAL ACTION E-MAILED
Friday, February 19, 2016NON-FINAL ACTION WRITTEN
Thursday, February 18, 2016ASSIGNED TO EXAMINER
Tuesday, December 15, 2015NOTICE OF DESIGN SEARCH CODE E-MAILED
Monday, December 14, 2015NEW APPLICATION OFFICE SUPPLIED DATA ENTERED
Monday, December 14, 2015NEW APPLICATION ENTERED