I’ve written about a conflict that exists between inventors and patent attorneys. I’ve been a little hard on them, even. But there’s more than one side to every story of course. With that in mind, I interviewed two patent attorneys I know who have a great reputation...
Pro-Patent Bills Are In Congress. Why That Matters
The patent troll narrative has dominated our cultural consciousness ever since a clever Intel lawyer coined the term in the early 2000s. Even if you know nothing about patents, you’re probably familiar with the concept. Companies with no intention of producing...
Stop Taking Business Advice From Your Patent Attorney
When I shared my first ‘big’ idea with my Silicon Valley patent attorneys, they absolutely loved it. I would never be able to count all the income it would generate me, I remember them saying. So, per their recommendation, I agreed to pay a Washington D.C. firm nearly...
Should You Hire a Patent Agent Instead of a Patent Attorney?
To be honest, I've never hired a patent agent. When I had my 'big' idea many years ago, I sought out a powerful Silicon Valley firm to write my patents. My thinking was: I want these guys to be able to defend my intellectual property if need be. And in fact, that's...
7 Ways to Save Thousands of Dollars on Patents and Legal Fees
Before you consider applying for any form of intellectual property, you need to understand the game that's being played. How are you going to establish perceived ownership over your innovation? What's your strategy? We have a lot of tools to choose from in our...
How to Find a Killer Patent Attorney
Over the course of my career, I have filed many patents and worked with many attorneys. In fact, I have over a dozen patents in my name. So it is with certainty that I say: They're not all created equal. The truth is that patents are expensive. And although...
How to Save Money Working With a Patent Attorney
Over the past quarter of a century, I have filed many patents — over twenty-five, to be exact! I have had the unfortunate experience of having to defend some of my patents in federal court. I also manage a portfolio of international patents. I have worked with...