A Checklist of practical issues that a trademark owner's counsel should consider when preparing the complaint in a trademark litigation in federal district court under the Lanham Act. Specifically, the Checklist sets out key drafting considerations for the various sections of the complaint, including the caption, preliminary statement, jurisdiction and venue sections, parties section, facts section, legal claims, prayer for relief, and signature block. This Checklist also addresses the use of exhibits and the preparing of the summons, Rule 7.1 disclosure statement, and civil cover sheet.