What should PCT applicants look for in a US national phase firm? When it comes to entering the US national phase, PCT applicants have a lot of options. Should you go with a big firm or small firm? Can a boutique IP firm handle US patent filings for a large client? How can you tell […]
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US National Phase Strategy: What is a smarter way to enter the US national stage?
How to prepare for a US national phase application Almost every PCT application is filed with the US national phase in mind. Even if a PCT applicant ultimately chooses not to enter the US, foreign IP firms will be greatly helped by understanding a few key nuances of US patent practice. Knowing certain US national […]
How to prepare a PCT application for US national stage entry
How to prepare a PCT application for optimal US national stage entry PCT applications are typically filed in the country of the applicant or with International Bureau. Though an applicant may desire international patent protection, the PCT application is usually drafted by the local patent counsel in the applicant’s home country. So a PCT application […]
How is the US national stage different from other PCT country national phases?
How does the US national stage differ from other PCT countries? Most PCT applicants will likely consider the US as one of the potential national stage entries. It makes sense since the US is one of the largest markets for a host of products and services where technology is involved. National stage entry, however, is […]
How much does a US national stage application cost?
What is the cost of filing a US national stage application? The initial cost of filing a Us national stage application based on a PCT application can vary widely depending upon teh US law firm or attorney. Some US firms charge hourly rates while others, like ours, charge flat rates. If the specification has already […]
Japanese PCT Applicants Entering US National Phase: What you need to know
From Japan PCT to US national phase For Japanese PCT applicants seeking to enter the US national phase, understanding the peculiarities of US patent practice will prove to be helpful. The following guide highlights key issues involved in US patent prosecution. Non-extendable 30-month US national stage deadline The deadline for entering the US national phase […]
Korean PCT Applicants Entering US National Phase: What You Need to Know
From Korean PCT to US national phase Korean PCT applicants seeking to file a US national phase application should be aware of key differences between the Korean Intellectual Property Office (KIPO) and the USPTO. US National Phase Deadline Unlike the 31-month deadline of entering S. Korea, the US has a 30-month deadline which is non-extendable. […]
European PCT Applicants Entering US National Phase: What You Need to Know
From Europe PCT to US national phase Germany, UK, France, Switzerland, Sweden and the Netherlands are among the top 10 countries that use the PCT system for international patent protection. European PCT applicants who desire to enter the US national phase should keep in mind the following USPTO rules that differ from EPO patent practices. […]
US National Phase Common Mistakes: How to avoid
Recognizing and Avoiding US National Phase Common Mistakes PCT applicants entering the US national phase will benefit by understanding specific USPTO requirements and rules that may seem foreign or inconsistent with their local patent office rules. This is a brief list of common US national phase mistakes you’ll want to avoid when you are ready […]