Milwaukee Patent Attorneys & Lawyers
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Ali Shalchi
Eric Alspaugh
Joel Douglas
Anthony Whittington, Jd/Mba
Danny Minutillo
Gene Rhough
Samuel Pierce
Niq Howard
Tolga Gulmen
Shawn G. Rice
Milwaukee Patent Lawyers
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Legal Services Offered by Our On-Demand Milwaukee Patent Attorneys
Our experienced Milwaukee patent attorneys & lawyers represent individuals and businesses throughout the world with domestic and foreign patent preparation and prosecution matters. They have extensive experience handling applications from nearly every sector of technology, including biotechnology, computer hardware and software, communication networks, internet systems and methods, automotive, medical equipment, construction technology, consumer electronics, and clean technology research and development.
Our patent attorneys are of the most highly trained in the industry, requiring a scientific background, and passing a second level of testing known as the Patent Bar Examination. Thousands of patents are submitted to the patent office every day and a patent committee reviews each patent for its validity. The process requires that correctly drafted documentation present a clear case for the novelty of the invention, which is best made by a patent attorney with a higher education background in your industry.
Our Milwaukee patent attorneys & lawyers can help you file a provisional patent, which lasts for 1-year and allows you to immediately begin using/manufacturing your invention with the confidence that your idea is protected. These types of patents are great if you think your idea will change a lot over the next year before you file a (non-provisional) patent. These patents are easier to obtain and are less expensive but you should have a patent lawyer review your provisional patent application to insure that you are meeting your objectives when you file your patent.
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This is the most recent 9 reviews for Patents attorneys in Wisconsin
Assist with Other Patent Matter
"Brandon did a wonderful and thorough job! He finished the work quickly and efficiently! Thanks!"
Nathan B
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Eau Claire,
WI,
5 months ago
Non-Provisional Patent Application
"Working with Joel and the team at Menlo Park Patents was an incredible experience from start to finish. Super communicative, down-to-earth and just genuinely easy to work with. This was my first time navigating the non-provisional patent process and I was blown away by what they were able to pull together. The level of detail, professionalism and care they brought to the table made the entire process feel approachable and exciting. If you're looking for quality patent support at a fair price, I couldn’t recommend them more. Already looking forward to working with them again in the future."
Nick W
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Madison,
WI,
7 months ago
File Utility Patent
"I received excellent guidance and direction from Ross. He provided a well written detailedresponse for my patent search."
Paul H
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Rhinelander,
WI,
over 2 years ago
Conduct Patent Search
"Prompt and knowledgeable"
Marko B
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Monroe,
WI,
over 4 years ago
File Utility Patent
"Alexis did a good job talking thru the prospects of my patent application. He also was transparent with his feedback."
James W
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Franklin,
WI,
over 4 years ago
Patent Consultation
"Richard filed a provisional patent for me and did it very quickly. If possible I will come back to update this review once the provisional patent is granted."
Chris S
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Neenah,
WI,
over 6 years ago
Consult on Patent Infringement and Draft Cease and Desist Letter
"Excellent service from Ed, very responsive and helpful."
Susan O
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Muskego,
WI,
about 9 years ago
Consumer Product/Service Utility Patent Filing
"Jay was very responsive and helpful throughout this job. His work was incredibly thorough and I fully intend to work with him on my future IP needs."
William B
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Madison,
WI,
almost 10 years ago
"Caleb put in the extra effort to meet the schedule."
Richard H
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Milwaukee,
WI,
over 10 years ago
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