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Our Utility Patent Application Process |
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Preliminary Search & Assessment
1. Complete questionnaire
Simply answer a series of straightforward questions online. Once complete, you'll be asked to purchase the Preliminary Search and Consultation.
2. LegalZoom conducts a comprehensive search
LegalZoom will search for published patents in your field of invention and prepare a custom report for your review.
3. An experienced patent attorney or agent provides initial consultation
A registered patent professional from our provider law firm will provide you with a patent consultation by phone. The professional will review your invention, answer your legal questions, provide suggestions on improving your patent and give you a written summary of the consultation.
Utility Patent Application Filing Package
1. An experienced patent professional prepares your application
Your patent attorney or agent will prepare up to two drafts of your utility patent application. This includes up to four pages of Specifications, 10 Claims (with not more than three independent claims), three pages of technical drawings, abstract and information disclosure statement based on up to 10 references that you provide.
2. Your Patent Application is Filed with the USPTO
Your patent professional will file your completed application as a small entity with the US Patent and Trademark Office.
3. The USPTO reviews your patent application
The USPTO assigns a patent examiner to review your application and determine whether to award a patent. This process can take up to 24 months.
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