Before you invest time and money in a new invention, it’s essential to confirm that your idea is truly unique. A Patent Search helps you determine whether your concept, process, or design has already been patented, or if it’s eligible for protection under U.S. law.

At Your Legal Assistant, we provide comprehensive Patent Search Services to help inventors, startups, and businesses make informed decisions before filing a patent application. Our trained paralegals analyze existing patents, published applications, and prior art to evaluate the novelty and patentability of your invention. With accurate research and professional documentation, you’ll gain a clear understanding of your invention’s potential, and avoid costly rejections or infringement risks.

How We Help You with Patent Search

Our patent search process combines precision, research expertise, and USPTO-compliant standards to deliver reliable results:

1. Invention Review: We begin by understanding your invention, including its functionality, technical features, and potential industry applications.

2. Comprehensive Database Search: Our team performs an in-depth search across U.S. and international patent databases, including USPTO, WIPO, and Google Patents, to identify any similar or overlapping inventions.

3. Prior Art Analysis: We evaluate all relevant prior art, including published patents, pending applications, and non-patent literature, to assess the originality of your idea.

4. Detailed Search Report: You’ll receive a complete report that includes similar inventions, claim comparisons, publication details, and novelty assessment.

5. Professional Recommendations: Based on our findings, we provide actionable insights, whether to proceed with filing, make modifications, or seek a patentability opinion through a licensed U.S. attorney.

Types of Patent Searches We Offer

1. Novelty Search: To check whether your invention is new before filing.
2. Freedom to Operate (FTO) Search: To ensure you’re not infringing existing patents when launching a product.
3. Validity/Invalidity Search: To assess the strength of an existing patent or challenge a competitor’s patent.
4. State-of-the-Art Search: To understand the current technology landscape in your field.

Why Choose Your Legal Assistant

1. Experienced Patent Paralegals: Skilled in technical research and USPTO filing standards.
2. Accurate & Reliable Reports: Every search is thorough and backed by documented evidence.
3. Affordable Support: Professional patent assistance without the high costs of a law firm.
4. Confidential & Secure: Your invention details are kept strictly confidential.
5. Client-Focused Approach: Personalized attention to every inventor or business need.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is a patent search and why is it important?

A patent search helps identify existing patents or publications similar to your invention. It determines whether your idea is new and patentable before filing.

2. How long does a patent search take?

Generally, it takes 5–10 business days, depending on the complexity of your invention and the scope of the search.

3. Do you conduct both U.S. and international patent searches?

Yes, we can perform searches across USPTO, WIPO, and other major patent databases worldwide.

4. Can you help me file a patent after the search?

Yes. Once the search is complete, we can assist in preparing and organizing all the documents required for filing a provisional or non-provisional patent application. The final submission to the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) must be made either by you (the applicant/inventor) or through a licensed U.S. patent attorney or agent.

5. Are you a law firm?

Our team operates from India and provides offshore legal support to U.S. clients and law firms. We assist with legal research, drafting, documentation, and filing preparation, always under your direction. We are not a U.S. law firm and do not offer legal advice or attorney representation. All our services are strictly administrative and supportive in nature, ensuring full compliance with U.S. ethics regulations.

Before you file your patent, make sure your idea truly stands out.

With Your Legal Assistant, you get professional patent search support that helps you make informed and confident decisions.