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New Orleans, Louisiana Patent Lawyer

Lemler IP specializes in the preparation and prosecution of patent applications across all technology areas and sciences. The practice provides comprehensive patent counseling and develops patent portfolio growth strategies by working closely with clients to build patent portfolios, which have paramount value. Lemler IP combines extensive legal knowledge with practical and technical experience, by learning the details of your technology and business in order to customize services to best suit your needs, regardless of whether you are a first-time inventor or have an extensive patent portfolio. Lemler IP provides dedicated patent counseling with the convenience which comes from a fully virtual legal practice. If you need a competent patent lawyer in your corner, contact Lemler IP today.

How Can a Patent Lawyer Benefit Me?

Lemler IP drafts and prosecutes patent applications with a forward-thinking approach. As patents are often scrutinized as part of future enforcement actions, licensing negotiations, and other transactions, Lemler IP drafts and prosecutes patent applications by leveraging extensive experience and taking into account the ever-changing legal trends to ensure that resultant patents withstand future scrutiny.

Additionally, Lemler IP has substantial experience in providing ongoing services after the issuance of a patent. The practice provides services for maintaining patent protection throughout the term of a patent and negotiating licenses with potential licensees, to assist clients in making the most of their patented inventions.

Lemler IP’s Patent Counseling and Prosecution Services

Lemler IP’s seasoned New Orleans patent lawyer can help you with all matters pertaining to your patent, including:

  • Rendering patentability, validity, non-infringement, and freedom to operate opinions
  • Preparation and prosecution of utility and design patent applications
  • Obtaining and maintaining foreign patents and registered designs
  • Counseling regarding direct and virtual patent marking
  • Analysis of inventorship issues, inventorship determinations, and invention disclosures
  • Advising clients on patent lifecycle management
  • Auditing and managing domestic and international patent portfolios
  • Negotiating and preparing patent license agreements

Types of Patents

The first thing you should understand is that there are several types of patents available, and the one you’ll apply for depends on your specific invention. The three types of patents are as follows:

  • Plant Patents: Plant patents are for plants that have been asexually produced and newly discovered.
  • Utility Patents: Utility patents are for useful products, processes, or methods.
  • Design Patents: Design patents protect a unique decorative feature or aesthetic value, such as ornamental designs on jewelry or automobiles.

You should understand that patents generally only apply to the United States and to countries that are members of the World Trade Organization. This is why you should strongly consider obtaining patents for your invention in other counties.

How Do I Get a Patent in the U.S.?

The patent process is document-heavy and, at times, fairly complicated, which is why it’s always best to proceed with a knowledgeable patent lawyer in your corner. The patent process is roughly outlined below:

  1. First, Lemler IP will conduct a novelty search to determine whether your invention (or a substantially similar one) has already been patented. In the best cases, you can get a wide scope of protection, which will, in turn, make your patent more valuable.
  2. Lemler IP will then draft your application, which will either be a non-provisional or a provisional application. If you’re still working on your invention, the firm will draft a provisional application, but if your invention is complete, Lemler IP will file a non-provisional application.
  3. Next, Lemler IP will file your application and typically mark the invention with the phrase “patent pending.” You then have the freedom to apply for a patent in other countries for one year. As long as the patent examiner at the U.S. Patent Office approves your patent, you will pay issuance fees and the patent is officially yours for the next 20 years. Be aware that you will have to pay maintenance fees on the 4th, 8th, and 12th years of your patent’s existence.

Contact a Louisiana Patent Lawyer Today

If you’re looking to secure a patent for your invention, Lemler IP is here to help. Simply contact a New Orleans patent lawyer from Lemler IP today to schedule your initial consultation.

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