Skokie Patent Attorneys & Lawyers
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Ross Brandborg
Ali Shalchi
Joel Douglas
Samuel Pierce
Gene Rhough
Richard Topolewski
Ken Emanuelson
Michael Ansell
Thomas Greene
Ahmad El-Bkaily
Skokie Patent Lawyers
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Legal Services Offered by Our On-Demand Skokie Patent Attorneys
Our experienced Skokie 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 Skokie 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 52 reviews for Patents attorneys in Illinois
Patent Infringement Consultation
"Mario did a great job on my last project comparing a competitive patent to our operation. He communicated clearly and got the job done in a reasonable amount of time with a thorough report for our needs."
Mitch H
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Palatine,
IL,
11 months ago
IP Consultation
"I enjoyed working with Kanika."
F A
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Chicago,
IL,
about 3 years ago
Patent Consultation
"Ross is a professional attorney, and very capable"
Basit Y
.
Villa Park,
IL,
about 3 years ago
File Provisional Patent
"She was great to work with! And made this process very easy and smooth!"
Ayrika C
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Chicago,
IL,
over 3 years ago
File Utility Patent
"Excellent in every way."
Abu F
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Homer Glen,
IL,
almost 4 years ago
Conduct Patent Search
"Richard provided a patent search in less than 24 hours as advertised! Richard was clear, concise, and knowledgeable to satisfy my current and future needs."
Tanner C
.
Chicago,
IL,
over 4 years ago
Conduct Patent Search
"Ross is very knowledgeable and to-the-point. Fast response time and clear communication."
Andy B
.
Chicago,
IL,
over 4 years ago
Conduct Patent Search
"Great experience"
David E
.
Elburn,
IL,
over 4 years ago
Response to NOA
"Richard has had my back where patent law is concernedβ Iβve hired him many times as he has and his staff has demonstrated great competence. Thumbs up, Miguel Latronica"
Miguel L
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Deerfield,
IL,
almost 5 years ago
File Provisional Patent
"Believe all the earlier reviews. Having a background in Mechanical Engineering should make Richard your choice when it comes to the IP process for most inventions."
Jay F
.
Chicago,
IL,
almost 5 years ago
File Provisional Patent
"Professional and responsive"
Dushica V
.
Westmont,
IL,
almost 5 years ago
Provisional Patent Services
"Very helpful."
Susan N
.
Springfield,
IL,
over 5 years ago
Provisional Patent Services
"I was very happy with the Attorneys professionalism and knowledge."
Chester N
.
Chicago,
IL,
over 5 years ago
Non-Provisional Patent
"Richard continues to impress me with his service. He understands and executes as expected, on time, and for a very reasonable cost. This is my second job with him, and I wouldn't hesitate to use him for my third."
Leigh R
.
Des Plaines,
IL,
over 5 years ago
File Utility Patent
"My second job with Caleb was executed without a hitch. I recommend him."
James K
.
Chicago,
IL,
over 5 years ago
Consult on Provisional Patent
"Excellent service! Patent pending within a week. So far I'm very satisfied. Need to complete the utility patent process in the near future."
Claude B
.
Rockford,
IL,
almost 6 years ago
CIP Non-Provisional Patent
"Great company to work with"
Miguel L
.
Deerfield,
IL,
almost 6 years ago
Patent Consultation
"Kanika was very clear and took time to explain process to me. She is quick in response time as well!"
Salini N
.
Peoria,
IL,
almost 6 years ago
Provisional Patent Application
"Heβs great, knowledgeable, fair, and honest."
Chantel M. M
.
Bolingbrook,
IL,
over 6 years ago
Provisional Patent Services
"Very responsive. Has a strong grasp of highly technical/complex inventions."
Rodney W
.
Chicago,
IL,
over 6 years ago
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