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Patent Rates
- Comprehensive Patent Search
Typically, the patent process begins with a preliminary patentability search. The objective of any preliminary patentability search is to discover issued “prior art” United States patents which are similar to the invention being investigated so that a judgment can be made as to the potential for obtaining patent protection.
Cost of a Comprehensive Patent Search: $250.
You receive a search report and an electronic copy of all the patents and patent applications found in the search for you to analyze (this option does not include an opinion).
If the results of the pre-examination search are favorable and the client wishes to pursue an application, at least a 50% retainer is required before application preparation work is initiated.
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- Comprehensive Patent Search with Legal Opinion
Typically, the patent process begins with a preliminary patentability search. The objective of any preliminary patentability search is to discover issued “prior art” United States patents which are similar to the invention being investigated so that a judgment can be made as to the potential for obtaining patent protection.
Cost of a Comprehensive Patent Search with Legal Opinion: $750.*
You receive:
a) a detailed legal report comparing your invention with the elements of the prior art patents discovered in the search; and
b) a reasoned opinion as to the potential for obtaining patent protection.
* If the results of the pre-examination search are favorable and the client wishes to pursue an application $500 will be deducted from the cost of filing a Utility Patent application with PatentHome as a special bonus for purchasing a Comprehensive Patent Search with Legal Opinion.
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- Design Patent
A design patent is strictly directed to protecting the overall appearance (i.e., how it looks) of the invention. It can be granted for a new, original and ornamental design for an article of manufacture.
Cost of a Design Patent application: $1,500 (total application filing cost includes legal fee, cost of drawings and Official Filing Fee, based on small entity status).
You receive:
- Professional preparation of formal filing documents for a Design Patent application;
- Professional illustrations from up to seven different viewpoints including front, back, left, right, top, bottom and 3-sided perspective;
- Electronic filing of design application with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO); and
- A comprehensive Design Patent Search (a $500 value). The search results are categorized and electronically sent you before proceeding with your application.
It should be understood that the above charges pertain only to preparation and filing of the patent application, and do not include charges incurred during prosecution of the application, such as responses to Office Actions, or payment of Patent Allowance and Maintenance Fees.
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- Relatively Simple Utility Patent
Examples of a “Relatively Simple Utility Patent” are: electric switch; coat hanger; paper clip; diapers; earmuffs; and ice cube tray.
Cost of preparing and filing a relatively simple utility patent application: $3,500 plus $462 in government filing fees (based on small entity status).
You receive:
- Professional preparation of formal filing documents for a Utility Patent application
- One-on-one professional patent consultation
- Expert patent writing and preparation of application
- up to 10 pages of specification
- up to 10 claims (1 independent)
- up to 3 pages of drawings*
- Electronic Filing with the USPTO
* each additional drawing sheet- $75
It should be understood that the above charges pertain only to preparation and filing of the patent application, and do not include charges incurred during prosecution of the application, such as responses to Office Actions, or payment of Patent Allowance and Maintenance Fees.
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- Minimally Complex Utility Patent
Examples of a “Minimally Complex Utility Patent” are: a board game; umbrella; retractable dog leash; belt clip for cell phone; toothbrush; and a flashlight.
Cost of preparing and filing a minimally complex utility patent application: $5,500 plus $462 in government filing fees (based on small entity status).
You receive:
- Professional preparation of formal filing documents for a Utility Patent application
- One-on-one professional patent consultation
- Expert patent writing and preparation of application
- up to 15 pages of specification
- up to 15 claims (2 independent)
- up to 4 pages of drawings*
- Electronic Filing with the USPTO
* each additional drawing sheet- $75
It should be understood that the above charges pertain only to preparation and filing of the patent application, and do not include charges incurred during prosecution of the application, such as responses to Office Actions, letters to keep your informed, or payment of Patent Allowance and Maintenance Fees.
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- Moderately Complex Utility Patent
Examples of a “Moderately Complex Utility Patent” are power hand tool; lawn mower; camera; cell phone; microwave oven.
Cost of preparing and filing a moderately complex utility patent application: $7,500 plus $462 in government filing fees (based on small entity status).
You receive:
- Professional preparation of formal filing documents for a Utility Patent application
- One-on-one professional patent consultation
- Expert patent writing and preparation of application
- up to 20 pages of specification
- up to 20 claims (3 independent)
- to 5 pages of drawings*
- Electronic Filing with the USPTO
* each additional drawing sheet- $75
It should be understood that the above charges pertain only to preparation and filing of the patent application, and do not include charges incurred during prosecution of the application, such as responses to Office Actions, letters to keep your informed, or payment of Patent Allowance and Maintenance Fees.
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- Highly Complex Utility Patent
Examples of a “Highly Complex Utility Patent” are a video game; RFID device; solar concentrator; computer software; shock absorbing prosthetic device; business methods; MRI scanner; telecommunication networking system.
PatentHome will negotiate a flat fee with you, usually well below our competitor’s rates.
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- Office Action Response
The Office Action is billed as an additional cost that is incurred after the initial application is filed. The additional cost is usually less than $1,200 plus disbursements, but may be substantially higher if extended prosecution or if an appeal is required.
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Trademark Rates
- Comprehensive Trademark Search with Legal Opinion
Cost of preparing a comprehensive trademark search: only $20!
The First Step in the trademark application process is to conduct a basic preliminary trademark search. The typical procedure is to search for United States trademarks that are identical to the proposed trademark.
If your identical trademark has not already been registered, a trademark registration application can still be rejected if there are registered trademarks that are “confusingly similar” or phonetic equivalents.
You receive:
- A Comprehensive search for registered trademarks and pending trademark applications that are “confusingly similar” or phonetic equivalents to the proposed trademark;
- a detailed search report and an electronic copy of all trademarks and trademark applications found in the search; and
- a reasoned legal opinion of the chances of success for registration.
- a phone conference with an experienced trademark attorney to answer your questions and to instruct you as to what actions you should take before filing the application. Because what you do before the filing the application may cause your application to be rejected.
“Comprehensive Trademark Search” is a $350 Value!
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- Trademark Application
Remember that PatentHome does more than just prepare and file your Trademark application!
Cost of filing a trademark application: $750 (includes government filing fees). A Comprehensive Trademark Search is also included at no additional cost!
You receive:
- One-on-one professional consultation via phone conference to discuss many of the important legal aspects regarding use of the trademark and filing the trademark application.
- Electronic filing of trademark application with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO);
- Docket of dates and reminder of deadlines to inform you of necessary steps to maintain trademark registration.
It should be understood that the above charges pertain only to preparation and filing of the trademark application, and do not include charges incurred during prosecution of the application, such as responses to Office Actions and Maintenance Fees.
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Copyright Rates
- Copyright Application
Remember that PatentHome does more than just prepare and file your copyright application!
Cost of filing a copyright application: $235 (includes government filing fees).
You receive:
- One-on-one professional phone consultation to discuss important legal aspects regarding copyright use and notice;
- Electronic preparation and filing of your copyright application with the U.S. Copyright Office;
- Electronic Receipt of the delivery of your work at the Library of Congress; and
- Explanation as how to provide Proper copyright notice after registration.
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Miscellaneous
- Hourly Rate
There are many occasions when clients need services that are not covered by flat fees in this website. When an additional service is required, client will be billed at the standard hourly rate. Our fees are based on the reasonable value of our services and the Client is informed that the Attorney’s fee is not set by law but rather is agreed to by the Attorney and the Client by Client engaging our firm for additional services. Our fees are usually calculated on the basis of the amount of time spent on your matter and by whom it is spent. Our schedule of hourly rates varies according to the years of experience, specialization in training and practice, and level of professional attainment of the particular individual, and our rates are adjusted from time to time. The amount a patent Attorney will receive for attorney’s fees for the legal services to be provided under this agreement will be $250.00 an hour.
We are always happy to provide estimates of the legal fees and disbursements that will be required for a particular matter. However, normally it is not possible to quote in advance the exact cost of such matters; even an informed estimate is likely to be high or low in light of later developments. Our estimates will be based upon our past experience in similar types of matters.
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