Patents

National Patent Attorneys

A patent is the tool used to protect intellectual property, such as an invention or a non-artistic creation. If you have spent significant time and energy creating something which you feel should be patented, we can help you protect it, as well as represent you in any subsequent sales negotiations. At the law firm of Michael A. O'Neil, P.C., we have the vast knowledge to help inventors, small business owners, and entrepreneurs with all of their patent matters. We can help you.

Our lawyers will guide you through the entire patent process. First, we can help you with the initial search to make certain that you are patenting an original idea. Second, we can help you file a provisional patent application or utility application depending upon your needs. Lastly, if your patent application has been rejected, we can help you take the appropriate next steps. We do all of this patent preparation work on a fixed-fee basis.

The assistance we provide goes beyond just helping you obtain a patent, as we are available to help you with licensing matters as well. Together, we can develop a plan that accounts for your best interests and meets your monetary needs. Also, if you become entangled in patent litigation related to infringement or another such matter, we can help. We are here to protect your intellectual property.

To find out more about patents, visit our Intellectual Property Law Information Center: Intellectual Property.

Our lead attorney, Michael A. O'Neil, has significant career experience writing patent applications. In 1963, he began working with AT&T as a patent clerk before moving to the position of patent attorney. Since then, Mr. O'Neil has written and filed over 2000 patent applications. He is ready to put his knowledge and experience of patent law to work for you.