Why Do I Need A Patent Attorney?

Simply stated, the patent system in the United States is not friendly to the inexperienced do-it-yourselfer.   A patent application is a complex legal instrument which if prepared incorrectly can result in disastrous consequences for the applicant.  A patent attorney is registered to practice law in one or more jurisdictions as well as registered to practice cases before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).  In addition to understanding the laws and rules which govern the federal patent system, a patent attorney is familiar with the scientific and technical matters behind your invention.  A good patent attorney’s primary responsibility is to keep his or her clients fully informed and aware of all the potential risks and hazards of the patent system, so that the client can make informed decisions as to how to move forward with a patent application or other patent matters.