Crafted Law - Grand Rapids, MI
Crafted Law in Grand Rapids provides modern, strategic trademark and brand protection counsel, helping entrepreneurs, startups, and expanding businesses secure intellectual property rights and draft commercial contracts through transparent flat-fee pricing.
Modern Trademark and Intellectual Property Counsel in Grand Rapids
Building a recognizable, profitable brand requires proactive legal protection from day one. Situated at 40 Pearl Street NW, Suite 200 in downtown Grand Rapids, Michigan, Crafted Law is a boutique intellectual property and commercial law practice designed specifically for modern entrepreneurs, established business owners, and growing companies. Founded in 2018 by attorney Kevin McLaughlin, a graduate of Indiana University Maurer School of Law and selected as a Super Lawyers Rising Star, the firm was established on the conviction that brand protection is a core business foundation alongside marketing, sales, and operations.
Rather than relying on outdated hourly billing models, Crafted Law operates almost exclusively on predictable flat-fee rates. When you need to find a lawyer who combines commercial business acumen with precise trademark mechanics, the firm delivers agile, tech-forward legal solutions that safeguard your distinctive brand assets.
Comprehensive Trademark and Brand Protection Services
A distinctive company name, logo, or product line is often a business's most valuable asset. As dedicated trademark lawyers and financial and ip lawyers, Crafted Law handles every phase of the trademark lifecycle:
- Trademark search and clearance: Conducting comprehensive federal, state, and common-law searches to evaluate risk and confirm mark availability before substantial marketing investments.
- Trademark application filing: Preparing and prosecuting trademark applications before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
- Office action responses: Crafting persuasive legal arguments to overcome USPTO examiner refusals, including likelihood of confusion and descriptiveness rejections.
- Trademark portfolio management: Monitoring unauthorized third-party filings, issuing cease-and-desist notices, and maintaining ongoing registration renewals.
- Copyright lawyers services: Securing copyright registrations for creative works, software, digital content, and brand design assets.
If you discover a competitor infringing on your mark and need a lawyer urgently to protect your market reputation, Crafted Law moves swiftly to enforce your exclusive intellectual property rights.
Strategic Business Formation and Contract Solutions
Strong contracts and sound governance prevent operational disruption as companies scale. Acting as trusted business and real estate lawyers, the firm provides essential transactional support:
- Business formation lawyers counsel: Assisting startups with entity structuring, articles of organization, operating agreements, and founder equity agreements.
- Contract lawyers representation: Drafting and negotiating intellectual property licensing agreements, independent contractor covenants, confidentiality (NDA) agreements, and distribution terms.
- Franchising and brand expansion: Guiding emerging franchise concepts through disclosure compliance and brand licensing frameworks.
Entrepreneurs who hire an attorney from Crafted Law gain an accessible, business-first legal partner dedicated to growing enterprise value. Contact the Grand Rapids office at +1 616-200-8818 to schedule your one-on-one consultation today.
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Location & Access
Primary Address
Located in the vibrant center of Downtown Grand Rapids, surrounded by restaurants, shops, and financial institutions.
Building Location
The firm is located in the historic Michigan Trust Company Building, a landmark 7-story structure featuring Terra Bagels on the ground floor.
Parking Details
Multiple parking choices exist, including paid surface parking lots, nearby parking ramps like the Warner Ramp, and metered street parking.
Public Transit
Served by Interurban Transit Partnership Laker Line BRT (Northbound) and Route 6 (Northbound); nearest stop is at Monroe/Louis Station (NB).
Accessibility / Suite Access
Walk through the main entrance of the historic Michigan Trust Company Building, then take the elevator or stairs to the second floor to locate Suite 200.