How Can Intellectual Property Attorneys Help with Patents?
Patents protect inventions and provide the inventor exclusive rights to use, sell, and manufacture the invention for a certain period. Hereâs how IP attorneys assist with patents:
1. Patent Searches: Before filing, attorneys conduct thorough patent searches to ensure the invention is novel and not already patented. 2. Application Drafting: They draft the patent application, including detailed descriptions and claims, to meet legal standards and maximize protection. 3. Prosecution: IP attorneys handle communications with patent offices and address any objections or rejections that arise during the application process. 4. Enforcement and Defense: They help enforce patent rights against infringers and defend against infringement claims from others.