Top Patent Lawyers and Attorneys

A lawyer who specializes in intellectual property law assists clients with filing patents, service marks, trademarks, and other paperwork related to their intellectual property (IP). After all, filing a patent is not easy. To protect your IP, you’ll need to ensure that you’re applying for the right kind of patent and that you’re properly submitting all the required documentation.

How Much Does It Cost To Hire A Patent Lawyer In The U.S.?

Lawyer fees for patents (not including filing fees) can be a major cost. A good attorney can range from $300 to $500 an hour, which can vary depending on your location and the type of patent you’re filing for.

How To Find The Best Patent Lawyer

The best patent attorney is found by considering your needs, conducting proper research, and narrowing your options down. Since IP law is pretty broad, you can start by first vetting a lawyer’s qualifications before booking a consultation. During the interview, assess their responses—do they know which area of IP law your invention applies to? How have they offered to help you?

Need A Patent Lawyer In Your Area?

There are thousands of lawyers out there, but at the end of the day, you’ll only need one. To find a patent attorney suited to your needs, consider using platforms like UpCounsel, which connect you with high-quality lawyers that are affordable and passionate about helping you. Click here to easily find & compare the best patent lawyers in your area for free.

What Exactly Does A Patent Lawyer Do?

Patent attorneys guide their clients through the process of preparing and submitting patent applications. They also provide legal advice and represent their clients for matters relating to patents, including licensing and infringement.

Do I Need A Lawyer To Patent My Idea?

While patent and trademark attorneys are not necessarily required to apply for one, it’s recommended to hire one. Many people fail to realize how complicated the process is until they’ve actually started. After all, there are several steps involved, and having your patent denied is not an uncommon experience. To mitigate the risk of putting your intellectual property at risk, it’s best to enlist the help of a professional.

What Is The Difference Between Patent Attorney And Agent?

Patent attorneys are well-versed in patent law and are registered to practice and represent you in court during litigation. Meanwhile, while patent agents can advise on the application process, they cannot provide you with any legal advice, especially when it comes to infringement or licensing.

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File Utility Patent

Anthony Whittington, Jd/Mba

"Anthony Whittington has been excellent to work with throughout my patent engagement. His communication has been clear and timely, and he consistently demonstrates a strong command of both the legal and practical aspects of patent strategy. He's met every deadline, explained complex issues in an accessible way, and provided thoughtful, well-reasoned recommendations that inspires confidence at each step of the process. I would not hesitate to work with him again and would readily recommend him to anyone seeking knowledgeable and reliable IP counsel."

Michael A R .
Chalfont, PA, 6 days ago

5.0

Assist with Other Patent Matter

Kanika Radhakrishnan

"Kanika and Team are awesome"

Alison V .
Glen Mills, PA, 6 days ago

5.0

Patent Consultation

Joel Douglas

"I highly recommend the transparency and professionalism of Joel and team. Highly recommend A+++"

Anuj D .
8 days ago

5.0

Patent FTO Review

Ali Shalchi

"He was very good at communicating quickly and efficiently didn't mind my ask for a video chat instead of a call. He did my fto and got back to me in 3 days with some good news even during the holidays."

Liberty C .
Costa Mesa, CA, 21 days ago

5.0

File Provisional Patent

Ali Shalchi

"Ali was excellent to work with. Communication was clear and precise, response times were fast, and the quality of work was very high. He demonstrated deep expertise in software and fintech patent drafting and handled the provisional filing professionally from start to finish. I felt confident throughout the process and would gladly work with him again."

Nenad N .
21 days ago

5.0

File Provisional Patent

Joel Douglas

"Joel and his team are exactly what they promise and commit to being. A superb, experienced, dedicated team of absolute pros. They took my invention with all of it's multi-discipline complexity, paid attention at every stage, and crafted 3 superb patent applications - leaning on their expertise to include aspects that I would not have thought of to ensure maximum breadth and intention. Thank you Joel and team."

Michael L .
about 1 month ago

5.0

Provisional Patent Filing

Anthony Whittington, Jd/Mba

"Quick, thorough, concise, knowledgeable, and most importantly handles it as if it was his own patent.... Could not ask for a better lawyer. Thank you!"

Ashley B .
Houston, TX, about 1 month ago

5.0

File Provisional Patent

Anthony Whittington, Jd/Mba

"Super awesome, professional, kind and attentive! Highly recommend!"

Lior C .
Tenafly, NJ, about 1 month ago

5.0

Patent Infringement Consults Services

Ross Brandborg

"Very fast and effective! Reasonable fee, and I highly recommend Ross."

Alireza E .
Norwood, MA, about 1 month ago

5.0

Provisional Utility Patent Filing

Ali Shalchi

"Wonderful to work with. He's knowledgeable and quick."

Matthew S .
Santa Ana, CA, about 1 month ago

5.0

Patent CIP and PCT Filing

Matthew Golden

"He provided me with the knowledge needed for the project and help.me with the most efficient and economical way of filing the patent"

Maxim B .
Tenafly, NJ, about 1 month ago

5.0

Provisional Patent Services

Ali Shalchi

"perfect"

Jerome A .
Dover, DE, about 1 month ago

5.0

Non-Provisional Patent Filing

Anthony Whittington, Jd/Mba

"Anthony is excellent!! He is helpful and patient, always attentive to clients needs. Very fortunate to have found him and will definitely use him and recommend him to friends and family."

Louise H .
Stratford, CT, about 1 month ago

5.0

Patent Search

Joel Douglas

"Joel provided me with a thorough initial patent search for a reasonable fee. He was timely with his turnaround and responsive to my documentation. Would recommend"

Brad R .
Denver, CO, about 2 months ago

5.0

Assist with Other Patent Matter

Joel Douglas

"Joe was very helpful getting my patent out the door!"

Justin L .
Xenia, OH, about 2 months ago

5.0

Patent Consultation

Ali Shalchi

"Great service and exceptional professionalism"

Marsell D .
about 2 months ago

5.0

Patent Consultation

Anthony Whittington, Jd/Mba

"Worked with Anthony at IdeaParlor Law on my provisional patent assessment—super fast response, clear, concise, no fluff. Made strengths, risks, and next steps easy to grasp. His IP expertise and actionable advice built my confidence. Highly recommend for patents!"

Jonathan D .
Boalsburg, PA, about 2 months ago

5.0

Conduct Patent Search

Anthony Whittington, Jd/Mba

"Excellent communicator and he completely my work fast, and efficiently."

Natalia F .
Forney, TX, about 2 months ago

5.0

Biotech Patent Filing

Kanika Radhakrishnan

"Started with provisional. She led a superb effort with demonstrated domain expertise in biotech and Ai. She will lead my non-provisional filing."

Jason E. B .
Cincinnati, OH, about 2 months ago

5.0

Assist with Other Patent Matter

Matthew Golden

"Matthew solved the problem. Confidently took the case, explained how to solve it, and solved it. A real man and a professional."

Illia U .
Cheyenne, WY, 2 months ago

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