INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

Our Patent Lawyers Assist Customers In Resolving Business Difficulties Through Patent Law, Portfolio Management, And Strategy.

PATENTED SERVICES AND SOLUTIONS

Our patent legal team offers patent counseling services on a variety of challenges, including:

1. Patent Portfolio Management
2. Patent Transactions and Licensing
3. Patent Protection
4. Inter Partes Review (IPR) Proceedings
5. Covered Business Method (CBM) Review Procedures
6. Patent Due Diligence Review
7. Third-Party Patent Submissions.
8. Patent Infringement Defense
9. Patent Re-examination
10. Post-Grant Review (PGR) 
11. Patent Indemnification and Indemnity Agreements
12. International Patent
13. Patent Registration Process
14. Patent Costs and Pricing Options

 

As part of our Patents expertise, we offer patent protection services.
Patents can be essential to an intellectual property (IP) portfolio. Once issued, a patent might prevent another person from engaging in specific activities competing with the holder. As a result, by trying to protect an invention through patent registration, customers can establish and maintain a competitive position in the marketplace. We offer patent protection and consultation at all phases of patent prosecution.

Patent Protection & Counseling: Patent prosecution.

Effective patent protection and counseling can help the patent holder prevent others from making, using, selling, offering for sale, or importing the patented invention. The protection of patent rights can also be extended globally. We provide patent counseling for both domestic and international protection, and we collaborate with our foreign partners to register global rights. Our patent prosecution practice includes all types of patents (both local and international):

Provisional – Provisional patent applications may be filed for strategic purposes. For example, before entering into business talks, as either leverage or protection. A provisional patent also allows you to decide whether to file an application for registration.

Non-provisional Utility – Nonprovisional applications are filed for patent registration.

Design patents cover both the look and aesthetic elements of a product.

Plant patents encompass live organisms such as plants.

The Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT)

We understand that patent registration can be costly, depending on the breadth and number of claims required. In addition, the number of Office Actions taken by the patent examiner might raise patent prosecution costs. We collaborate with clients to save unnecessary costs and acquire the widest possible patent protection while remaining within business budgets.

Our Patent Registration procedure provides an overview of the patent procedure, from patentability search to patent registration. See also our Patent Cost and Pricing Options for information on how much a patent costs and how we charge for our services. Our post, Have an Invention — What Are the Next Steps to Obtain a Patent? addresses important considerations that inventors must make during the patenting process.

Other Types of Patent Protection

There are several ways to protect oneself. For example, protection can take the form of:

1. Patentability and Infringement Opinions
2. Licensing/Cross-Licensing
3. Patent Portfolio Management
   
   
4. IP Diligence Reviews
5. Prior Art and Clearance Searches
6. Competitive Intelligence Reviews.
7. Evaluation of Ownership and Assignment Issues
8. In-house Patent Policy Review
9. Other Related Patent Services
   
   

Our patent lawyers have extensive knowledge in intellectual property and corporate law. This provides us with unique knowledge in handling a number of patent-related topics and issues, including:

1. Patent Disputes
2. Patent litigation
3. Enforcement of Patents and Intellectual Property Rights
4. Business Plan for Patent Strategies
5. Inter Partes Reviews
6. Patent Re-examination
7. Post-Grant Review
8. Patent Agreements and Indemnification
9. Enforcing Patent Portfolios and Commercializing Patents

Learn more about our litigation services by visiting our intellectual property litigation overview page and our business litigation overview page, which includes Patent Infringement Litigation.

 

What is the process for registering a patent? How can I get a patent?
Patents can be precious company assets. Once awarded, a patent can prevent others from carrying out certain competitive activities against the patent holder. As a result, clients who desire to protect an invention through the patent registration process can build and maintain a competitive market position. We offer patent protection and consultation at every level of the patent registration procedure.

Patents and the Registration Process
The length of time and steps required for patent registration vary depending on the type of invention. The following are the different sorts of patents:

1. Provisional
2. Non-provisional Utility
3. Design Patents
4. Plant Patents
5. Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT)
   
   Applicants often file provisional patent applications for strategic purposes. For example, before entering into business talks, as either leverage or protection. A provisional patent also allows you one year to decide whether to file an application for registration.
   
   Applicants file non-provisional petitions to register a patent. Non-provisional applications can take anywhere from two to several years to prosecute.
   
   Design patents cover both the look and aesthetic elements of a product. Design applications are not published, although registrations are usually available promptly.
   
   Steps in the Patent Registration Process
   The following are the fundamental steps in the patent registration procedure.
   
   

1. Patent Search
2. Patent Application
3. Prior Art Disclosures
4. Publication of Patent
5. Patent Prosecution
6. Patent allowance
7. Patent Registration
   
   Importance of a Patent Search. 

 

Before beginning the patent registration procedure, it is recommended that a patentability search be done. A search will help to prioritize the same or comparable inventions. As a result, the search can help evaluate if a registration is viable. A search can also aid with writing the invention by reducing the chance of citing a prior innovation.

A Provisional vs. Non-Provisional Application
One must select whether to file an application for registration or a temporary application. An inventor can submit a provisional application to reserve a patent filing date and gain patent pending status. However, within one year, the applicant must submit a Non-Provisional application for registration.

What Happens After a Patent Application is Filed?
When a patent application is filed, the patent registration process begins. The application is put in a queue with a Patent Examiner who specializes in the field of the invention. Following examination, any of the following may be issued or required to complete the patent registration procedure.

• Election of Claim Sets
• Patent Office Actions That Require a Response or Argument
• Amendments to Claims
• Patent Appeal
• Allowance
  
  Patent registration can be both time-consuming and expensive. As a result, before pursuing patent registration, one should consult with qualified patent counsel.
  
  Cost of Patent Registration
  We know that the cost of patent registration can be high depending on the breadth and number of claims required. In addition, the number of Office Actions conducted by the Patent Examiner might dramatically increase costs. We collaborate with clients to save unnecessary costs and acquire the widest possible patent protection while remaining within business budgets.

 

As part of our patent practice, we offer worldwide patent services.
The Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) benefits applicants in seeking worldwide patent protection for their discoveries, Patent Offices in making patent granting decisions, and the public accessing a plethora of technical information about such inventions. By filing a single international patent application under the PCT, applicants can seek protection for their invention in many nations. The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) manages the PCT. This sort of worldwide patent application protects inventions in over 150 countries worldwide.

International Patent Assistance
We help clients get international patents in foreign nations and aid foreigners in obtaining domestic patent registration in the United States based on foreign patent applications.

Deadline for filing an international patent
Generally, the international filing deadline for a patent application is 12 months after the priority date. This is usually 12 months after the filing date of a utility or provisional patent application. However, if an application is based on the filing date of a provisional application, the foreign filing date is usually the 12-month anniversary of the provisional application rather than the utility application.

Cost of International Patent Registration:
We know that the cost of patent registration can be high depending on the breadth and number of claims required. Filing patents internationally can considerably raise patent prosecution and portfolio maintenance costs. We collaborate with a global network of international affiliates to offer clients cost-effective services.

 

TRADEMARKS

Trademarks Are A Valuable Corporate Asset That Can Help Establish Brands And Businesses.
Marks help to make an impression on consumers and serve as source identifiers for products and services. As a result, businesses looking to differentiate themselves from the competition must ensure that their trademarks are protected, maintained, and enforced. Our trademark attorneys offer both U.S. and global trademark portfolio management services.

Our trademark attorneys collaborate with clients to develop personalized solutions tailored to their unique company goals and trademark requirements.

TRADEMARK SERVICE AND SOLUTIONS
We provide full trademark and brand development services, including:

• Trademark Management

• Trade Dress

• Trademark Opposition and Cancellation Proceedings

• Trademark Registration and Maintenance

• Trademark licensing.

• Trademark Infringement Defense

• Trademark Protection

• Right of publicity

• Trademark Portfolio Enforcement

• Cybersquatting

• UDRP Domain Name Proceedings

• Trademark Indemnity and Indemnification Agreements

• Trademark Registration Process

• Trademark Cost and Pricing Options

As Part Of Our Trademark Practice, We Offer Trademark Licensing Services.
A company’s trademarks and brands are some of its most valuable assets. Brand owners can improve brand awareness while generating considerable revenue through strategic trademark licensing agreements. Our trademark attorneys assist customers with developing, implementing, and executing global trademark and brand optimization and protection strategies. We assist trademark owners/licensors and licensees establish licensing arrangements to capitalize on their valuable trademarks and brands and maintain a competitive advantage.

Our trademark attorneys assist clients in monetizing their trademarks and brands and increasing brand equity through well-structured trademark licensing agreements. Our extensive experience in drafting trademark license agreements and our ingenuity and creativity can result in transactions that assist our clients in optimizing their intellectual property rights.

Trademark Licensing Agreements
Trademark license agreements can increase brand equity and generate revenue for the brand owner. Each licensing arrangement is unique, and the realities of trademark license agreements can be complicated. A well-structured license agreement is essential for maximizing the value of a trademark while protecting against any consequences and hazards. Whether you are a potential licensor or licensee, you should work with an experienced trademark attorney who understands the complexities of trademark licensing.

Our attorneys have extensive experience structuring, negotiating, and creating trademark licensing agreements for various businesses, including software and electronic services, retail, food/beverage, and clothes. We also represent clients in key trademark-related transactions, such as joint ventures, supply/distribution, franchising, and co-branding. We build and negotiate solutions that safeguard our customers’ crucial intellectual property while maximizing its value. We leverage our extensive knowledge and understanding of trademark licensing matters, our clients, and their businesses.

Trademark Licensing and Counseling
A trademark owner should consult with a trademark expert who can draft a license agreement that protects against unfair conditions and balances the bargained-for exchange between the licensor and licensee. We provide trademark advice to help clients maximize their trademark portfolios through prosperous and well-structured trademark licensing agreements. Our trademark attorneys assist clients in executing a successful branding strategy, which may include the appraisal and implementation of licensing opportunities.

As Part Of Our Trademark Practice, We Offer Registration And Maintenance Services.
A company’s trademarks are the DNA that defines its identity and distinguishes it from the competition. As a result, adequate trademark protection involves concentrated and proactive actions. Trademark registration is an essential component of such measures. However, the trademark registration process can be lengthy and complicated. Even after registration, difficulties of continuous proper use, maintenance, and enforcement remain.

We advise start-up firms on trademark registration and protection of new brands and large multi-brand corporations launching new trademark activities.

Our Trademark Registration Service
We provide comprehensive trademark prosecution and registration services to protect your trademarks. We develop innovative trademark registration methods to protect and increase the value of your trademark portfolio and business.

Our trademark attorneys offer guidance at all phases of the trademark process, as well as protection following registration, such as:

1. Trademark Search for Use and Registration Availability
   
   
2. Trademark clearance for new product or service launch
3. Application Drafting and Prosecution
4. Branding Assistance
5. Trademark Maintenance and Use Strategies
6. Enforcement and Protection
7. Trademark Litigation, Opposition, and Cancellation with TTAB
   
   

We advise on trademark registration techniques with your company objectives in mind.

Trademark Application and Prosecution for Registration
Our trademark services begin with the conception of a trademark idea. When advising on trademark protection, we evaluate our client’s business goals. The review of your business plan, budget, trade channels, and product life cycle is critical. We use this information to weigh business risks and expenses against the benefits of registration and the scope of protection for a trademark. The key to a good trademark strategy is to examine a mark’s availability, risk of adoption, and enforceability.

First, we do a trademark search to determine the availability for usage and registration. The search allows us to identify potential third-party uses that could be difficult for common law use or federal registration. Second, we advise on the likelihood of success in use and/or registration, allowing you to determine whether seeking a trademark is in your best business interest. We present an overview of what to expect during the trademark inspection procedure. This reduces the number of surprises and allows you to set realistic expectations for problems and costs.

We have experience defending against Trademark Examiner office action objections and dealing with third-party oppositions. Furthermore, after your trademark is registered, we will advise you on how to properly use and maintain your mark and how to enforce and protect it.

Maintenance of Trademark Registrations
Our trademark services do not end once the registration process is complete. Trademarks, like any other sort of intellectual property, require ongoing management. We offer registration maintenance and renewal services for domestic and international trademark portfolios. In addition, we provide proactive monitoring of your major trademarks in the United States and worldwide to prevent third-party trademark infringement.

As Part Of Our Trademark Practice, We Offer Trade Dress Services.
Trade dress is a subclass of trademark law that refers to the entire appearance (look and feel) of a product or service that identifies its origin and distinguishes it from others. Trade dress protection applies to product packaging, design, and configuration of items. Trade dress refers to the “total visual image” of a service, such as a restaurant’s décor, menu, layout, and service manner. A company’s trade dress can be incredibly significant since it distinguishes its products and services from competitors while drawing people to its brand. A few well-known examples include the shape of a Coca-Cola glass bottle and Apple’s shop design.

Trade Dress Protection
It can be challenging to get trade dress protection since the threshold requirements are more demanding and convoluted than those for regular trademarks. Our extensive knowledge of trade dress, including registration, enforcement, and defense of trade dress claims, allows us to guide clients through protecting their trade clothing. We collaborate with our clients throughout the trade dress protection process. We provide a comprehensive strategy for managing and controlling a company’s image through developing, protecting, and enforcing trade dress.

The enforcement of trade dress frequently overlaps with other areas of intellectual property law, such as copyrights and patents. Our significant trademark protection experience, combined with our knowledge of other areas of intellectual property, allows us to assist customers in identifying all aspects of protection and working to safeguard their rights thoroughly.

Trade Dress Registration
Trade dress, like trademarks, can be protected through use or federal registration. Although registration is not required for legal trade dress protection, it does provide various benefits. However, trade dress registration can be difficult. The trade dress must be distinctive (recognizable to customers as a source identifier) and nonfunctional. The functional trade dress cannot be registered even if it is distinctive.

Given the difficulties connected with trade dress registration, creating a trade dress registration application that addresses and conforms with the standards for trade dress registration and protection is advantageous. Our attorneys have vast experience in trade dress protection and can assist clients in increasing their chances of registering and obtaining the most comprehensive trade dress protection available.

Trade Dress Disputes and Infringement Litigation
We have substantial experience in trade dress disputes. Learn more about our litigation services by visiting our intellectual property and business litigation overview pages, which include Trade Dress Litigation and Trademark Litigation.