Which of the following is NOT required when requesting reinstatement?

The correct response to this question is that the new application filing fee is not required when requesting reinstatement. In the context of trademark law, reinstatement refers to the process of restoring a trademark registration that has been canceled or expired.

To successfully reinstate a trademark, a registrant generally needs to show proof of some kind of error made by the USPTO, such as an inadvertent cancellation or an oversight in processing. This aligns with the need for evidence of the USPTO's error, which is crucial in justifying the reinstatement.

Additionally, timely filed maintenance documentation, such as Section 8 or Section 9 filings, is required to demonstrate that the trademark has been actively maintained according to the USPTO's rules. Furthermore, a timely response to any post-registration actions is essential because it indicates good faith efforts to address any issues raised by the USPTO, which may affect the status of the trademark.

However, a new application filing fee is not needed for reinstatement because the process differs from applying for a new trademark. Instead of starting the application process over, reinstatement allows the owner to restore the rights to the trademark previously registered. Therefore, the reinstatement process is fundamentally distinct and does not impose new fees that would be required for