Skilled Minneapolis, MN, Intellectual Property Rights Attorney
Behind every innovation is a plan to protect it from competitors who could potentially imitate the idea. If you are an inventor or small business in Minnesota looking to capitalize on your bright idea, secure help from an experienced patent law attorney.
At Geiser Law, PLLC, we are a boutique law firm committed to helping you bring your ideas to fruition. Minnesota patent law attorney Greg Geiser blends his technical skills with a passion for innovation. Mr. Geiser is available to address your concerns in a comprehensive manner, while guiding you through the process to secure a patent.
Patent lawyer Geiser offers a free initial 30-minute consultation to explain the patent law process. Contact us online or call 763-515-1092 or toll free 888-546-3490 to schedule a convenient, no-hassle consultation at our law office in New Hope, Minnesota.
Helping You Secure a U.S. Patent
If you are unaware of the right steps to take in protecting your ideas, you are not alone. For many people, securing a patent appears to be a nebulous process. Our law firm is available to make the patent law process less complicated through addressing common concerns and questions about obtaining a patent, such as:
- What is the first step? Make sure to fully document your idea with a sketch or words that describe or illustrate your idea. You do not necessarily need a prototype, but the sketch or description needs to include enough details for us to effectively explain your idea in the patent application.
- How do I know if my idea is unique? To determine your invention's patent eligibility, attorney Geiser can conduct a detailed search into domestic and foreign patents. After this search is completed, attorney Geiser makes a formal opinion of patentability based upon this search. We are committed to helping you understand if your idea is unique in the marketplace. Although a formal patent search and opinion is helpful, it is not required.
- How can I apply for a U.S. patent? We are available to help you apply for a U.S. patent in an effort to protect your invention against infringement. We will need to provide a detailed description of your patent in either a design or utility patent application. A design patent will protect the visual elements of your innovation, while a utility patent will protect how your product functions.
- How long does the U.S. patent process take? With your co-operation, we can have the patent application completed within a few weeks. The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office will then examine the application to determine the merits of your idea. This process varies and can take several months or even years depending on the backlog at the patent office. However, during this time, you are able to label your product or design as "patent pending." This will protect your rights to the innovation and provide others notice that you are patenting your idea.
We will guide you through the process of obtaining protection for your intellectual property, proven to be vital for business well-being and image.
Contact Us for Reliable Legal Services
Contact our office today to schedule a free initial 30-minute consultation to discuss your specific legal needs. At Geiser Law, PLLC, we work diligently to help protect your bright ideas.
