Protecting Innovation, Not Just Ideas

True success doesn’t come from simply owning patents—it comes from relentless innovation. As Yvon Chouinard, founder of Patagonia, wisely observed: “Some companies are based on having proprietary designs and patents, but far more successful ones are based on innovation.” We couldn’t agree more.

That’s why our approach goes beyond filing paperwork and securing rights. We started this journey to help you build a patent strategy that fuels your innovation cycle, protects your ability to keep creating, and ensures competitors can’t slow you down. Whether you’re developing your first breakthrough or building a portfolio that supports years of R&D, we understand that patents are tools for innovators—not trophies to collect.

Our mission is to give you the intellectual property protection you need to focus on what matters most: bringing groundbreaking ideas to life and staying ahead in your market.

Start-up Services

Startup & Entrepreneur Support

• Affordable patent solutions for early-stage companies
• Guidance on building an IP foundation
• Support for investor presentations and funding rounds

Patent Education & Training

• Workshops on patent basics and IP strategy
• Training for R&D teams on invention disclosure
• Custom presentations on patent law and best practices

International Patent Filing

• Coordinate foreign patent applications
• Navigate PCT and Paris Convention processes
• Work with foreign associates to secure global protection

Patent Application Services

Utility Patent Applications

• Prepare and file non-provisional utility patent applications
• Draft provisional patent applications for early protection
• Handle Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) international applications
• File continuation, divisional, and continuation-in-part applications

Design Patent Applications

• Protect the ornamental design and appearance of your products
• Prepare detailed drawings and specifications
• Guide you through the design patent process from filing to issuance

Patent Prosecution

• Respond to office actions from the USPTO
• Conduct examiner interviews and negotiations
• Handle appeals and post-grant proceedings
• Navigate complex patent examination issues

Patent Search & Analysis

Prior Art Searches

• Comprehensive patentability searches before filing
• Freedom-to-operate searches to assess infringement risks
• Invalidity searches to challenge existing patents
• State-of-the-art searches for competitive intelligence

Patent Landscape Analysis

• Identify trends and opportunities in your technology space
• Analyze competitor patent portfolios
• Assess white space for innovation opportunities

Strategic Patent Consulting

Patent Strategy Development

• Create customized IP strategies aligned with business goals
• Advise on timing and jurisdictions for filing
• Develop defensive and offensive patent strategies
• Guide portfolio development for maximum ROI

Innovation Assessments

• Evaluate inventions for patentability and commercial potential
• Conduct invention harvesting sessions with your team
• Prioritize innovations for patent protection

Portfolio Management

Patent Portfolio Services

• Maintain and optimize your patent portfolio
• Monitor maintenance fee deadlines and renewal requirements
• Conduct portfolio audits to identify valuable assets
• Recommend portfolio pruning and cost optimization strategies

Docketing & Deadline Management

• Track critical filing and response deadlines
• Ensure compliance with USPTO and international requirements
• Provide regular status updates on pending applications

Licensing & Commercialization Support

Patent Licensing Assistance

• Structure licensing agreements and royalty terms
• Support patent monetization strategies
• Assist with technology transfer negotiations

Due Diligence Support

• Conduct IP due diligence for mergers and acquisitions
• Evaluate patent portfolios for investment opportunities
• Assess IP risks and opportunities in business transactions

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“The patent system added the fuel of interest to the fire of genius.” — Abraham Lincoln