The U.S. patent application process is a structured, multi-step journey that transforms an idea into a legally protected invention. The following pages of this guide will provide a clear breakdown of the process from start to finish, specifically for utility patents (though much of it applies to plant and design patents too).
This guide is designed to share information on patent protections, searching and related topics. This guide does not supply legal advice nor is it intended to replace the advice of legal counsel.