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Bringing Your Idea to Life in Los Angeles
When most people think of the City of Angels, movie stars, entertainment and fortune come to mind. While it’s true that LA is the cradle of the entertainment industry, it’s also home to some of the top innovators in the world. In addition to being the home of that company that invented those quickly disappearing photos, pioneers in robotics, investing, virtual reality and even food replacement have found a place in Los Angeles. Los Angeles boasts one of the country’s first “cleantech industry hubs”, a 60,000 square foot building dedicated to bringing entrepreneurs, tech specialists and even policy makers together to support LA’s emerging green technology. To help foster all of these new ideas, city leaders have even created a position to support change makers –the director of innovation.
In your quest to develop your new idea among the innovators in Los Angeles, you’ll need to search the best patent law firms in LA to find the right patent attorney to meet your unique needs. It’s generally a good idea to select your patent attorney as soon as you’ve decided about making your innovation a reality. Experts in crafting successful patent applications, patent lawyers have their own background and experience in inventions and ideas gained outside of the practice of law.
The Role of Your Los Angeles Patent Lawyers
Patent and intellectual property lawyers are probably the most specialized attorneys practicing. In addition to going to law school and passing a bar exam, a patent attorney must also pass another exam to be licensed by the United States Patent and Trademark Office. These lawyers must also have a bachelor’s degree in a specific field approved by United States Patent and Trademark Office.
Your Los Angeles patent lawyer will take your amazing idea and invention and protect so you can reap the rewards of its creation. When you first meet with your new patent attorney from one of the best patent law firms in LA, you should be asking some important questions. Who can apply for a patent? What can I patent and for how long? How much does this whole patent process cost?
At the outset, after you’re patent attorney has decided that you can apply for a patent, you’ll review your drawings, notes and ideas to make sure your innovation is feasible and most importantly- patentable. The best patent law firms in LA will explain whether your invention is eligible for a utility, design or plant (yes, plant) patent. Utility and design patents are the most popular (plant propagation technology notwithstanding). A utility patent can help you protect your idea for a new and useful process, machine, way of manufacturing or even a new and useful improvement in one of these areas. Design patents are used when you’ve developed a new, original, and ornamental design that is part of something that’s manufactured.
After you’ve decided the right kind of patent for your invention, your patent attorney will undertake the sometimes daunting task of searching the millions of patent records to make sure someone else hasn’t already used your idea for the same thing or something similar. Believe it or not over 500,000 patent applications are filed every year!
The best patent law firms in LA will have a team of attorneys from mechanical, electrical, chemical and other technological backgrounds to make sure that your final step, the patent application, is the best that it can be. These experts will use the knowledge and experience to explain why your new idea is unique and deserves to be protected. They will also help you make important decisions, like whether or not filing a provisional patent application is right for you, and they can tell you if your patent qualifies for expedited review. And, perhaps most importantly, the best patent attorneys will know how to add just the right amount of detail to make your patent marketable.
You Have Your Patent, So Now What?
Guided by your Los Angeles patent lawyer, you’ve received the great news that you patent has been allowed. You’ll need to pay certain fees so that your patent can published and issued to you. It’s likely that you’ll want to pay to get that certified document from the patent office with the ribbon and seal and after that, you’ll have ongoing maintenance fees needed to keep your patent in force. Patent attorneys in Los Angeles will guide you through these final steps of the patent process and make sure that you’re headed in the right direction for success.
Now you have to decide what your success will be. Do you want to license your patent? Use it own your own? Sell for millions of dollars? There are many ways that your new patent can be leverage to bring you profits now and in the future. If your goal as an inventor is to turn your idea into dollars, your patent attorney can work with you to help you chose the best way to make that dream turn into reality.
A Patent Lawsuit – Protecting Your Investment
You’ve done everything you were supposed to do. You hired the best patent lawyer in LA, you submitted a thorough and well-documented patent application that was quickly allowed by the United States Patent Office. Your patent was published, you paid all of your fees and you even spent the money for that fancy certified certificate with the ribbon. Then, the unthinkable happens!
You’re watching TV one Sunday afternoon and there, on the screen for three easy payments of $19.99, is a device that looks really similar- too similar- to your awesome invention. What do you do now?
It’s time to reach out to your Los Angeles patent lawyer once again. Your patent provides you protection from the making, use or sale of your patented invention without your permission. When your patent attorney brings a lawsuit in federal court, the court can force that late night seller to stop infringing your patent and even make them pay you monetary damages. Sometimes, though, a well-written demand letter from your patent attorney will stop the infringer in their tracks. But one thing is for sure, you’re going to the need expert help of a Los Angeles patent lawyer to develop a smart and effective strategy for quickly dealing with the patent infringer.
Your Partner in Success
From helping you decide if your invention can be patented to protecting your patent from infringement, a Los Angeles patent lawyer will be a partner in your innovation’s success. You worked too hard on your dream to go it alone. Can you even imagine sifting through the millions of patents to make sure that your idea is unique and “not obvious?” The patent process is tricky, technical and time consuming. Working with a lawyer from one of the best patent law firms in LA will help you achieve success and move your idea from innovation to action. Select an attorney that understands your ideas and addresses your concerns. Make sure you ask questions about how long the process might take and how much it will cost you. Talk to your Los Angeles patent lawyer about ways to promote and protect your patent and your investment. With a great lawyer on your team, you’ll be among the successful innovators in the City of Angels.
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Our experienced Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles 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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This is the most recent 20 reviews out of 565 reviews for Patents attorneys in California
Patent Consultation
"It was great working with Ahmad! He was thorough in explaining details of my case and very communicative during the process."
Bonney R
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Hacienda Heights,
CA,
22 days ago
Legal Review of IP Agreement, NDA, and ISO Options Agreement/Execution for Pursuing Own Innovations in Similar Field
"Rich was able to give me some very helpful, down-to-earth explanations an insight"
Quinn M
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Hemet,
CA,
3 months ago
Assist with Other Patent Matter
"Did a great job on a provisional process patent filing. Very thoughtful and responsive to notes and questions."
Robert T
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Los Angeles,
CA,
3 months ago
Draft Response to USPTO Office Action (Patent)
"terrible"
Ross M
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Orange,
CA,
8 months ago
Provisional Patent
"Great to work with him. Will continue working with him in the future."
Mahesh G
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Cupertino,
CA,
9 months ago
Assist with Other Patent Matter
"Timely and professional!"
Jia (Carol) X
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Castro Valley,
CA,
10 months ago
Patent Infringement Consultation
"I recently had the opportunity to work with Ross Brandborg and I must say, I am thoroughly impressed. His expertise in patent law is unparalleled. Ross provided insightful, clear, and practical advice that was instrumental in navigating through our complex legal situation. His responsiveness and attention to detail made a significant difference. Ross not only demonstrated a deep understanding of the legal intricacies but also showed a genuine commitment to our case. His professionalism and dedication are commendable. I highly recommend Ross to anyone seeking expert legal assistance in intellectual property matters."
Kevin L
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Los Angeles,
CA,
10 months ago
File Design Patent
"Wonderful job, very knowledgeable and helpful."
Andre A
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Palo Alto,
CA,
about 1 year ago
Assist with Other Patent Matter
"It was an absolute pleasure working with Marina. She was communicative throughout the process, and she clearly explained all of the legal implications related to my situation. I felt like I was in good hands and I would definitely hire her again in the future."
Tyron J
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San Francisco,
CA,
almost 2 years ago
Draft Response to USPTO Office Action (Patent)
"Highly skilled patent attorney. Works efficiently and effectively."
Rita M
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San Diego,
CA,
about 2 years ago
Conduct Patent Search
"Mandana is highly knowledgeable, patient, succinct, and candid. It is a pleasure to work with her, and I would recommend her to anyone looking for a great IP lawyer. To her credit, in our first meeting itself, I and my co-founder walked away knowing what the entire process would comprise of and (most importantly) how much it would cost. This helped us plan our budgets, and prepare our write-ups. In the end, this led to a painless experience."
Sushant T
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Sunnyvale,
CA,
over 2 years ago
Assist with Other Patent Matter
"Charles went above and beyond the legal issue and addressed associated concerns to help put me at ease. He responded quickly, was personable and thorough. Fantastic to deal with all around! Highly recommend."
Scott B
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Somis,
CA,
over 2 years ago
Patent Search for Unpickable Lock
"so far nothing bad has happened since hiring him. So, I'll recommend him"
Jack -
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Folsom,
CA,
over 2 years ago
Patent Infringement Consultation
"A+++"
Bojan P
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Huntington Beach,
CA,
over 2 years ago
Assist with Other Patent Matter
"Very friendly and knowledgeable. Thanks Tim!"
Matt R
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Granite Bay,
CA,
almost 3 years ago
File Design Patent
"Excellent service, prompt communication. Highly recommend."
Ivaylo D
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San Francisco,
CA,
almost 3 years ago
Patent Infringement Consultation
"Attorney Alton Hare has great experience in IP matters. I spoke to about 7 attorneys prior to speaking to him, these other attorneys did not meet my expectations. Attorney Hare was able to communicate quickly what he could deliver and the way it would be done. I am very pleased with his impeccable work and I will certainly work with him again."
Liliana T
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Porter Ranch,
CA,
about 3 years ago
File Utility Patent
"Put simply, Mike was awesome. He was great about communicating with me and responding quickly. Furthermore, he did this as a way to work with me, not just for me. The experience of drafting and filing a non-provisional patent was very collaborative, with a lot of feedback freely flowing both ways to craft something of very high quality and satisfaction. He really put effort into understanding exactly what it was I was working on, what my vision was, and how to properly materialize and execute upon those things. All of this was especially impressive given the short period of time within which we had to work to meet the conversion deadline from the provisional, and Mike was great about making sure we kept on track. He was also very good about explaining the process, as well as all the procedures, requirements, pros/cons, strategies, and expectations involved, removing any uncertainties I had, educating me as much as possible. I would recommend Mike to anyone seeking legal services for their business. And while I can only personally vouch for his patent services, I'm sure he extends his work ethic, collaborativeness, and quality to whatever services he may offer."
Sam S
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Los Altos,
CA,
about 3 years ago
Response to USPTO Office Action (Patent) Services
"Jeff did an outstanding job for me in his interview with the Patent Examiner on my case, getting him to see the mistake in his reasoning and convincing him to allow my claims. It’s no small feat to get someone to change his mind! Jeff was also happy to take the time to address all my considerable questions and concerns. I highly recommend him."
Marc H
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West Hollywood,
CA,
about 3 years ago
Conduct Patent Search
"Aaron was very knowledgeable and took the time to explain in simple terms that I could understand. He was very creative and resourceful in helping me refine my patent idea. you can tell he loves his work and is very reasonably priced."
Minh D
.
Citrus Heights,
CA,
over 3 years ago
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