Springfield Patent Attorneys & Lawyers for Hire
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Springfield Patent Lawyers for Hire
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Our experienced Springfield 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 Springfield 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 18 reviews for Patents attorneys in Missouri
Provisional Patent for Flotation Device
"very helpful. I'm excited to continue to work with them on a non provisional in the coming months. Affordable as well."
Sarah L
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Fair Grove,
MO,
25 days ago
File Utility Patent
"Great to deal with, very helpful!"
Morlock I
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Saint Louis,
MO,
about 2 years ago
Conduct Patent Search
"Kanika was wonderful to work with! I would recommend her and will work with her again regarding Trademark search and applications."
Stephen L
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Ballwin,
MO,
almost 4 years ago
NOA Response
"Great job. Got a utility patent approved in about a year. I couldn't be happier. Thanks again"
Keith W
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Hazelwood,
MO,
almost 6 years ago
Response to Final office Action
"MR. Eldredge and his team have met or exceeded my expectations in every step of this lengthy process. Couldn't be happier thus far. Thanks for everything."
Keith W
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Hazelwood,
MO,
almost 6 years ago
15 Minute Patent Consultation
"She is very knowledgeable."
Edward M
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Saint Louis,
MO,
about 6 years ago
Response to USPTO Office Action (Patent)
"Richard and his staff has performed exceptionally well on my behalf. He is very much appreciated for his wonderful work. Thanks"
Keith W
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Hazelwood,
MO,
over 6 years ago
Non-Provisional Patent
"Kanika and her team are fantastic!"
Mark N
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O Fallon,
MO,
over 6 years ago
File Utility Patent
"My experience with Kanika was great. She was very quick to respond and provided outstanding guidance throughout the process."
Michael M
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McCordsville,
IN,
almost 7 years ago
Non-Provisional Patent
"Richard is on point, very happy with my transctions with him."
Keith W
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Hazelwood,
MO,
almost 7 years ago
Provisional Patent
"I appreciate the guidance and advice. Work was completed well and prompt."
Andrew R
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Lees Summit,
MO,
almost 7 years ago
Conduct Patent Search
"Great experience with Eldridge firm. Got me the information I needed and did it quickly."
Andrew R
.
Lees Summit,
MO,
almost 7 years ago
Conduct Patent Search
"Great attorney thusfar! Seems to be very knowledgeable."
Olivia B
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Saint Louis,
MO,
about 7 years ago
Patent Consults
"She was very efficient"
James B
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Kansas City,
MO,
over 7 years ago
File Provisional Patent
"I am very happy with the provisional patent application completed by Kanika. I am impressed with Kanika's ability to quickly understand a very complex software product and distill it into a document that thoroughly explains the features of the product. Excellent job!"
Mark N
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O Fallon,
MO,
over 7 years ago
File Design Patent
"Attorney Eldridge works extremely fast and does wonderful work. He prepared my provisional patent and did a great job."
Diona M
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Saint Louis,
MO,
over 7 years ago
15 Minute Patent Consultation
"She was extremely knowledgeable."
James B
.
Kansas City,
MO,
over 7 years ago
Lip Balm Design Patent Services
"Timely correspondence."
James R
.
Saint Louis,
MO,
almost 10 years ago
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