You work directly with the attorney. Always. At Ankhi-Krol Law, Shahrina Ankhi-Krol personally handles every client matter from first consultation to resolution. There is no hand-off to junior staff. Your business, your trademark, your copyright, your contract — your attorney.

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Nine-time peer-recognized excellence. The Rising Star Super Lawyer designation is awarded to fewer than 2.5% of New York State attorneys annually — selected by peers, not self-applied. Nine selections is a consistent, independently verified record of legal achievement.

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100% small business focus. Ankhi-Krol Law has one type of client: entrepreneurs and small business owners. Every strategy, every fee structure, every conversation is calibrated for the real-world constraints of building and growing a business.

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Flat fees. No surprises. The anxiety of open-ended hourly billing is not how Ankhi-Krol Law operates. Flat fees for the vast majority of services mean you know the cost before you commit — and you can ask every question you need to ask without watching the clock.

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Federal services with no geographic limit. Trademark and copyright matters are federal. Ankhi-Krol Law has helped entrepreneurs register trademarks and protect creative work across every region of the United States. Your state is not a barrier.

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National recognition, boutique attention. CNN, FOX, NBC, CBS, Law and Crime — and still the attorney who personally responds to your email. That combination of national recognition and boutique personal service is genuinely rare in the legal market.

 

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Frequently Asked Questions

 

Does Ankhi-Krol Law only serve clients in New York City?

No. While the firm is based in Midtown Manhattan, Ankhi-Krol Law serves clients throughout the United States and internationally for trademark registration, copyright registration, and other federal matters. Federal intellectual property law is national in scope — USPTO trademark registration and US Copyright Office registration are available to any business owner, anywhere. Many clients work with Shahrina entirely remotely through virtual consultations and digital document handling. Your location is not a barrier.

 

What types of businesses does Ankhi-Krol Law work with?

Ankhi-Krol Law works exclusively with entrepreneurs, startups, and small business owners. The firm has particular depth in four industries — fashion, beauty, the pet industry, and the creative and influencer economy — but serves small business clients across every sector. Whether you are a first-time founder registering your first trademark or an established business owner with ongoing legal needs, the firm's services are designed for you.

 

How does Ankhi-Krol Law charge for its services?

Ankhi-Krol Law offers flat fees for the majority of its services, including trademark registration, copyright registration, and most contract matters. This means you know the cost before committing, with no surprise invoices. For matters where flat fees are not practical — such as litigation or complex multi-stage negotiations — reasonable hourly rates are offered. There is a small flat fee for the initial consultation, which is designed to provide you with real legal information and a clear map of your next steps.

 

What is the difference between a trademark and a copyright?

A trademark protects brand identifiers — the names, logos, and slogans that consumers use to recognize your business in the marketplace. A copyright protects original creative works — writing, photography, art, music, video, and design. A logo can often benefit from both: trademark protection as a brand identifier and copyright protection as an original artistic work. Both are registered through separate federal agencies (USPTO for trademarks, US Copyright Office for copyrights), and Ankhi-Krol Law handles both.

 

Do I need to be in New York to schedule a consultation?

No. Ankhi-Krol Law offers virtual consultations for clients anywhere in the United States and internationally. You do not need to visit the Manhattan office to receive the same level of personal, attentive legal service that in-person clients receive. Contact the firm at info@ankhikrollaw.com or (212) 729-6153 to schedule your consultation in the format that works best for you.

 

How long does trademark registration take?

Federal trademark registration with the USPTO currently takes approximately 12 to 18 months from filing under typical circumstances — assuming no conflicts are identified and no Office Actions are issued. The process can take longer if the USPTO examiner raises objections that require a formal response. Ankhi-Krol Law manages the entire process, including any Office Action responses, and keeps clients informed at every stage.

 

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Your Business Deserves Legal Protection. Let's Start the Conversation.

 

Whether you are in New York City or anywhere else in the United States, Ankhi-Krol Law is ready to help you protect your brand, your creative work, your business structure, and your business relationships. The consultation is designed to be a real conversation — your questions, your business, your specific situation — with a nine-time Super Lawyer who has spent over a decade building the expertise to answer them.

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No jargon. No pressure. No obligation to hire. Just the legal information you need to make smart decisions about your business.