York Patent Attorneys & Lawyers
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Ross Brandborg
David Yamaguchi
Ali Shalchi
Joel Douglas
Samuel Pierce
Ken Emanuelson
Michael Ansell
Arous Kalantaryan
Karim Hamir
Jarad Dickinson
York Patent Lawyers
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Legal Services Offered by Our On-Demand York Patent Attorneys
Our experienced York 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 York 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 29 reviews for Patents attorneys in Pennsylvania
Design Patent OBIE PILLOW
"Ross Brandborg is a professional. He keeps on top of critical dates in the time-line and makes sure everything gets filed on time."
Laura Lee M
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Coraopolis,
PA,
23 days ago
Provisional Utility Patent Application for Mindfulness Tool to Manage Stress and Anxiety
"He was great. Very knowledgeable and timely."
Uchenna O
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Philadelphia,
PA,
about 2 months ago
Patent Consultation
"I wish I would’ve found Ali before I signed my contract. he was very thorough and knowledgeable. He explained everything in detail, will definitely use again. Thank you!"
Maria M
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Washington,
PA,
11 months ago
Patent Consultation
"Very open and honest communication, helped me craft my plan of action then did the work well within provided timelines"
Daniel M
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Philadelphia,
PA,
about 2 years ago
Patent Consultation
"Very easy to work with and very responsive"
Damien O
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Reading,
PA,
over 2 years ago
File Provisional Patent
"I am very pleased with the services I received from Jason. He met or exceeded my expectations in every aspect. I would absolutely do business with him again in the future."
Michael M
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Sharon,
PA,
about 3 years ago
Patent Consults
"0000"
Tamar D
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Merion Station,
PA,
about 5 years ago
15 Minute Patent Consultation
"Carlos was informative and generous with his knowledge and a careful listener."
Tamar D
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Merion Station,
PA,
about 5 years ago
Patent Search Services
"None"
Haden C
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Pittsburgh,
PA,
about 5 years ago
Conduct Patent Search
"Kanika was very professional and well-diversed in the Software and Tech industry. She knew exactly what I needed before I had finished my thoughts. Very impressed with her work!"
Jeff A
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Philadelphia,
PA,
almost 6 years ago
Draft Response to USPTO Office Action (Patent)
"Richard was absolutely incredible to work with. We were in a jam where our patent application/initial rejection was concerned, and after a brief conversation with him, I knew that we had found the right guy to hand over the reins. He worked quickly and delivered in a big way. I'll gladly recommend his services and look forward to possibly working with him again."
Mark R
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Clairton,
PA,
almost 6 years ago
Non-Provisional Patent
"Everything done in a timely manner."
Ryan Z
.
Mount Joy,
PA,
about 6 years ago
Assist with Other Patent Matter
"Great service"
Ryan Z
.
Mount Joy,
PA,
about 6 years ago
File Provisional Patent
"On top of our project more than I was, Great guy to work with!!"
Malik B
.
Philadelphia,
PA,
over 6 years ago
Assist with Design Patent
"Great job and would recommend Richard to anyone."
Lee E
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Smyrna,
DE,
over 6 years ago
File Design Patent
"Outstanding work! Definitely among the best! THANK YOU AHAJI!!"
Nate T
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East Pittsburgh,
PA,
over 6 years ago
Conduct Patent Search
"Kanika is very experienced with patent applications. In my initial call, she presented the complex application process in simple terms. She gave ample time to reflect on the options and facilitated decision making. She was always available throughout the process and delivered a well-crafted application and diagrams. It was a pleasure working with Kanika and I would always look forward to working with her again."
Durai P
.
Chalfont,
PA,
over 6 years ago
Conduct Patent Search
"Most knowledgeable attorney I talked with. Extremely friendly and understanding."
Tim G
.
Canonsburg,
PA,
almost 7 years ago
Provisional Patent
"Very helpful, professional, and knowledgeable"
Dana D
.
Pittsburgh,
PA,
about 7 years ago
Conduct Patent Search
"quick turnaround time, very knowledgeable"
Dana D
.
Pittsburgh,
PA,
about 7 years ago
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Key Takeaways
- The current design patent term in the U.S. is 15 years from the date of grant for applications filed on or after May 13, 2015.
- No maintenance fees are required during the life of a design patent, unlike utility patents.
- Filing under the Hague Agreement allows streamlined international protection and filing up to 100 designs in one application.
- The 12-month grace period to file a design patent begins upon public disclosure of the design.
- Design patents only protect ornamental design, not functional features, and infringement must occur during the active term.
- Once expired, a design patent cannot be renewed or extended, and the design enters the public domain.
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If you want to get a patent pending, all you need to do is file a provisional patent application (PPA) with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). Filing the application involves clearly describing your invention and paying a fee ranging from $65-$260, depending on your business size. With the application filed, your invention has patent pending status.
The U.S. Congress set up the provisional patent application as a fairly quick and easy way to get patent pending status. The idea is to let inventors show their work to investors without worrying that they'll steal it. To file a PPA, you n
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Key Takeaways
- Patents are granted for inventions that are new, useful, and non-obvious.
- Eligible inventions must fall under defined categories: processes, machines, compositions, manufactured items, or new plant varieties.
- You cannot patent abstract ideas, natural phenomena, or laws of nature.
- Both improvements and new applications of known inventions may be patentable.
- To be granted a patent, your invention must be clearly described and fully enabled.
- Some software, business methods, and biotechnology innovations may qualify—but must meet specific criteria.
- Design and plant patents focus on aesthetic and biological uniqueness respectively, while utility patents cover function and structure.
- Timing is essential: prior public disclosure or sale can disqualify an invention.
- UpCounsel can connect you with a qualified patent attorney to help navigate the application process.
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