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Do you need a patent attorney? If you have invented something, a patent attorney can help you determine whether or not your invention qualifies for patent protection, take you through the steps to patent pending and advise you on how to make money with your patent.
A patent attorney can help…
- Assess your rights. A patent lawyer can help assess your rights with respect to the following areas:
- Determining qualification for patent protection
- Considering options for international protection
- Conducting patent searches
- Assisting with pre-patent and documentation issues
- Provide advice on the possibility of obtaining a provisional patent
- Identifying possible patent infringements and disputes
- Advising on permissions and licensing
- File your patent application. There is no written rule that you must use an attorney to apply for a patent. Anyone can file an application with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and there are books and software programs available to help you file the necessary documents. If you decide to go it alone, it may still be a good idea to contact a patent attorney to review your application and keep you from making costly and time-consuming mistakes.
- Stop infringement. A simple “cease and desist” letter on law firm letterhead may be the only thing you need to stop an infringement of your patent. It is often a time-saving and cost-effective way of handling infringement, often leading to either a request for permission to use the work legally, or, better yet, a paid licensing deal.
- Negotiate: An attorney experienced in patent law can help equalize negotiations if there is a dispute over a patent matter or a licensing or permissions deal on the table. You will benefit from a more impartial person advocating your position for you and providing you with an experienced and seasoned viewpoint.
- Represent you in court: You will know that it is time to hire a lawyer if your patent matter becomes complicated or contentious and now needs to be resolved by a judge.
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