How can an applicant prevent abandonment if they receive a notice of abandonment due to a missed SOU?

Filing the Statement of Use (SOU) promptly is the correct approach to preventing abandonment after receiving a notice of abandonment due to a missed SOU. When an applicant receives such a notice, it indicates that they have failed to meet the deadline for submitting the SOU within the required timeframe. To avoid the potential loss of their trademark application, it is crucial for the applicant to act swiftly and file the SOU as soon as possible.

This action demonstrates that the applicant is actively using the trademark in commerce, which is a requirement for maintaining the application. Timely submission can help maintain the application's validity and prevent it from being officially abandoned.

In contrast, simply reapplying for the trademark does not resolve the issue of abandonment; it would require starting the application process over again, potentially leading to further complications. Contacting the trademark office may provide some guidance or clarification but does not directly prevent abandonment. Therefore, filing the SOU promptly is the most effective way to rectify the situation.