Intellectual Property Prosecution Services

• We are experienced and skilled in a broad range of mechanical, electrical and software patent applications.
• We obtain a high allowance rate for our clients' applications.
• Where appropriate, we make full use of the U.S.P.T.O. electronic filing system.
• Our attorneys hold a number of patents for their own inventions.
• We are currently in the process of enhancing our ipEdge database to include an automated patent docketing system which interfaces with the U.S.P.T.O's PAIR computer database.

• We are experts on the selection, protection and enforcement of trademarks in the United States. See Guide to Registering Trademarks
• We have perfected an in-house automated and expedited online trademark prosecution service, from the initial knock-out search through to application and final registration, and offer a pro bono trademark monitoring service.
• We are fully conversant with the U.S.P.T.O. Electronic Filing Application Service, enabling same day filing of trademark application and subsequent actions.
• All our clients have direct online access to ipEdge, our proprietary trademark database.
• We are skilled at the maintenance, consolidation and control of international trademark portfolios, acting for clients such as Gruen Watch Company, Boyden Executive Search, WD-40/Global Household Brands, Nyfix and IdeaVillage.
• Additional services include
  • infringement investigations
  • cancellation & opposition proceedings
  • licensing / concurrent use agreements

• We counsel clients on the establishment of in-house registration filing programs.
• We undertake registration searches.
• We offer a full prosecution and maintenance program.

• We have established a global network of associate firms to ensure responsive, cost-effective and quality services on an international level.
• We offer skilled in-house translation services in German, French and Spanish.
• Our staff are fully conversant with legalization process for prosecution of intellectual property rights throughout the world.

Call for a free consultation: 1-800-343-IDEA