Comments on: How do I choose a patent attorney?

By: Clifford D. Hyra

Clifford D. Hyra — Mon, 18 Oct 2010 16:58:45 +0000

There are probably few if any who specialize in dental inventions. You may be able to find someone who happens to have worked on several applications in that area. I personally have dealt with a couple. You are more likely to find someone who specializes in medical devices generally. Most patent attorneys could probably help you, it is usually only with more specialized technologies such as pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and chemistry that you need to find someone with a strong background in your field.

By: simi children's dental

simi children's dental — Mon, 11 Oct 2010 18:32:14 +0000

Do you happen to know any patent attorneys that specialize in dental inventions and intellectual property?
Thanks,
Nathan

By: Ashton Hempen

Ashton Hempen — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 17:27:38 +0000

The points made here are very informative and well-thought out. Regarding the question “how much would it cost to patent an idea?” there is a fount of information and statistics at http://www.inventionstatistics.com/Patent_Cost.html In addition to the excellent information above, in the event you wish to compile of checklist of questions to consider during the course of your search and decision to select a patent attorney there is an excellent list at http://www.inventorinsights.com/Find_Patent_Trademark_Attorney.html
Ashton

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Do I need a patent attorney? — Fri, 06 Feb 2009 19:48:30 +0000

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