You spent a great deal of time, effort and knowledge developing a new and innovative product. Before disclosing your invention to anyone, retain a registered patent agent to help you through the process of protecting it.

 

What can a patent agent do for me?

Filing and prosecuting a patent application is very complex. A patent agent can

1. Ensure that your invention is properly described and claimed when the application is filed to reduce the risk that it may be refused by the Patent Office during future examination.
2. Help you avoid costly mistakes, allowing you to develop your invention in a prosperous environment.

 

Just as you seek the advice of an accountant for complicated tax matters or a lawyer to draft a commercial agreement, a registered patent agent can

1. maximize the opportunities provided by your invention.
2. Conduct a search to determine whether your invention is patentable and evaluate the scope of protection which may be obtained for your invention.
3. Help discern whether you are infringing patents owned by others.
4. Help you sell, license or use your patent as an asset to negotiate funding.

 

Where can I find a patent and trade-mark agent?

Click here to find a list of registered trade-mark agents.

 

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