Patent Law News + Insights

Strategic insights and updates on US patent prosecution and global patent portfolio development, for proactive patent professionals and savvy technology executives.

Introducing Paralegal Diane Taylor!

October 11, 2017

Henry Patent Law Firm is growing! I’m pleased to announce that Diane Taylor joined our firm in September 2017 as our first full-time paralegal. She comes to us from Ericsson’s United States headquarters, where she served as a senior patent paralegal.

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Human Resources and Intellectual Property: How to Implement Confidentiality Policies

October 05, 2017

This is Part Two of a two-part blog series on the role your human resources department can play in implementing your company’s IP policy. Read Part One here.

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7 Tips for a Successful Relationship With Outside Patent Counsel

September 28, 2017

While some legal issues are best managed in-house, there are many instances where engaging outside counsel is necessary — especially if your company is building a patent portfolio.

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9 Factors Affecting the Cost of Patent Protection

September 21, 2017

If you’re running a tech company, you’ll inevitably find yourself asking: How much does it cost to file a patent application?

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Human Resources and Intellectual Property: Creating Effective Hiring Practices

September 14, 2017

This is Part One of a two-part blog series on the role your human resources department can play in implementing your company’s IP policy. (Read Part Two)

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What is Prior Art?

September 07, 2017

One of the most common reasons the USPTO gives for rejecting claims in patent applications is prior art. Prior art can be used to show that your invention is not “new” or “non-obvious” — and these are two of the most important requirements that...

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International Patent Protection: Developing a Global Strategy

August 23, 2017

Early-stage tech companies often focus on establishing themselves in the domestic market first, meaning that they only consider breaking into international markets after achieving local success.

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What’s the Difference Between A Patent And a Trade Secret?

August 17, 2017

At Henry Patent Law Firm, we’re often approached by owners of technology-driven startups who want to understand their options for protecting their intellectual property (IP).

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9 Common Mistakes Startups Make During the Patent Process

August 09, 2017

For any tech company, filing a patent application is an important step if you want to protect and commercialize your technology.

But over the course of a long and expensive filing process, it can be all too easy to make a mistake — especially if you...

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7 Reasons Your High-Tech Business Needs Patents

July 31, 2017

Conventional wisdom suggests that businesses that innovate should also take every available step to protect their work — such as filing for patent protection.

This thinking is especially common among “high-tech” businesses, which typically have long...

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