How To File A Patent Successfully?
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Hello, I have an idea related to passwords. I haven't told anyone the idea and would like to not as i believe that its worth millions and can be used in every day devices such as phones, tablets, computers. Basically i was reading the intellectual property office and i understand that when i'm filling a patent its only for protection in this country and not abroad. I also read that to have it abroad i must do some online form to have to listed on the WIPO which is the world intellectual property office and this would protect me all around the globe. What would you recommend for me to do. If i file a patent in the UK would i be able to sue people for using my ideas in America, Europe. Also what are the legal fees involved as i know it will cost about £200 just for a patent to get processed in this country. However I also know that its recommended to get a patent writer to write your patent for you so he can make sure everything is covered and nothing is missed that someone can steal. What are the costs of a patent writer and do you sign a contract with them or something saying they cant steal your idea. Or would you suggest for me to tell large tech companies that i have an idea and is possible to sign a contract with them not to steal my idea and would they pay me say for example apple, microsoft and google. I would like to license them out but the costs are dearing.
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Answer:
You cannot patent an "idea" -- you have to implement it as an "invention", fully describe your invention in an application, file it, have it examined, deal with the rejections, and eventually (if ever) get it issued. You would need a patent in each and every jurisdiction where you intend to enforce it. For example, you cannot enforce a European Patent in any US court. As for hiring a patent agent or patent attorney, you should not have to worry about them "stealing" your idea, unless their name is Thomas Edison. They are unlikely to jeopardize their careers by cheating a client, which would result in being permanently barred from practice. Be extremely careful with any invention for which you have not yet filed an application for patent. Public disclosure could permanently damage your patent rights (assuming you ever get any). Immediately invest in some quality counsel of a patent attorney in your area, assuming you actually believe your "idea" has any value.
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You can apply for a world wide patent, but it is limited in the number of tears it can be enforced. You need to attend the patent Office, which in the Uk is at Newport (Gwent). You have to show , and demonsrtate your idea, and they will consider the idea, and say if it can have a Patent or not. However, getting a Patent is VERY expensive. It depends on the product and if it will be saleable world wide or not.
nosdda
If you live in the UK, most patent lawyers are London based. You'll need to appoint one to get your patent filed. To save money, research as much as you can beforehand. Accessing a technology company without sufficient protection is not a good idea, also having a patent registered beforehand will improve your credibility and give you more chance of setting up a meeting.
Never say Never
Everyone knows when you need advice from a patent attorney, Y!A is the place to get it.
Kilroy
you need to hire a lawyer or patent research person, not least to ensure your idea is unique
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