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Our experienced Albuquerque patent attorneys & lawyers represent individuals and businesses throughout the world with domestic and foreign patent preparation and prosecution matters. They have extensive experience handling applications from nearly every sector of technology, including biotechnology, computer hardware and software, communication networks, internet systems and methods, automotive, medical equipment, construction technology, consumer electronics, and clean technology research and development.
Our patent attorneys are of the most highly trained in the industry, requiring a scientific background, and passing a second level of testing known as the Patent Bar Examination. Thousands of patents are submitted to the patent office every day and a patent committee reviews each patent for its validity. The process requires that correctly drafted documentation present a clear case for the novelty of the invention, which is best made by a patent attorney with a higher education background in your industry.
Our Albuquerque patent attorneys & lawyers can help you file a provisional patent, which lasts for 1-year and allows you to immediately begin using/manufacturing your invention with the confidence that your idea is protected. These types of patents are great if you think your idea will change a lot over the next year before you file a (non-provisional) patent. These patents are easier to obtain and are less expensive but you should have a patent lawyer review your provisional patent application to insure that you are meeting your objectives when you file your patent.
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Key Takeaways
- Patent search costs range widely, from $100 for basic DIY searches to $3,000+ for complex, professionally conducted ones.
- The complexity of your invention heavily impacts how much a search will cost.
- Professional searches can be categorized into novelty, state-of-the-art, infringement, and validity searches.
- DIY options are available but may lack the depth and accuracy of professional searches.
- Additional costs include government filing fees, attorney fees, and ongoing maintenance fees.
- Specialized search databases and subscription tools may be more cost-effective for frequent searchers.
- Patent search duration can vary from a few days to weeks, depending on the invention.
- Using a patent attorney enhances search accuracy and reduces risk of future litigation or USPTO rejection.
Patent Search: What Is It?
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How Does the Inequitable Conduct Defense Work?
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What Is an Inter Partes Review?
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Every type of patent is eligible for review. This includes first-to-invent and first-inventor-to-file patents. Petitions for first-inventor-to-file patents cannot be filed until nine months after a patent has been approved or renewed or until after the end of a post-grant review. There are no such deadlines for first-to-invent patents. The person who owns the patent has the opportunity to respond.
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