Patent Services

At Palo Alto Patent Firm, we understand that navigating the world of patents can be complex and daunting. That’s why we offer a comprehensive range of patent services designed to protect your intellectual property and help you maximize its value. Whether you're an individual inventor, a start-up, or an established corporation, our team of experienced professionals is here to guide you through every step of the patent process.

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Prior Art Searches

A quick way to research the prior art and help develop a strategy for your patent application.

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Provisional Patent Application

Obtain a priority date at the USPTO for your invention. Provisional patent applications have a 12-month term. Needs to be converted to a non-provisional before the 12-month deadline.

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Nonprovisional Patent Application

Nonprovisional patent applications protect how your invention functions.

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Design Patent Applications

Design applications protect the look and feel of your invention.

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PCT Patent Application

PCT assist applicants seeking patent protection internationally for their inventions.

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Patent Office Actions Responses

Packages to help you respond to USPTO office actions.

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Other Services

Engineering, FDA consultation, investor deck drafting

Education to help you build and grow your business!

What is the invention?

Initially deteremining what the invention of the inventor is appears to be a simple question but commonly is fraught with problems.

Patent Agent vs. Patent Attorney

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Why is a team important to startups and new companies?

Your team is the group of people in your startup that are committed to building the running, and building the company toward success.