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Semiconductor technology: What’s the difference between a fabless company, a foundry, and an IDM?
This blog post is the second in a series that discusses intellectual property (IP) opportunities for high-tech businesses looking to…
14 Jun 2018
INTRODUCING OUR NEW PATENT AGENT, BRENT CLOTHIER
I’m thrilled to announce that Brent Clothier has joined Henry Patent Law Firm as a patent agent. Brent joins us…
24 May 2018
SHOULD SOFTWARE STARTUPS SEEK PATENT PROTECTION?
Software patents are somewhat controversial in both the legal and technical worlds. There’s a well-documented public policy debate about whether…
19 Apr 2018
IS IT TIME TO FIRE YOUR PATENT ATTORNEY? 12 FACTORS TO CONSIDER
If you’re reading this post, perhaps you’re dissatisfied with your patent attorney’s services — and wondering whether it’s finally time…
22 Feb 2018
INTERNATIONAL PATENT PROTECTION FOR STARTUPS: 6 FACTORS TO CONSIDER
Given today’s interconnected global economy, tech companies should always consider foreign patent protection. But because of the high costs, you should prioritize filing in jurisdictions that actually offer your business a competitive advantage.
8 Feb 2018
WHEN’S THE RIGHT TIME TO START THE PATENT PROCESS?
At Henry Patent Law Firm, we frequently hear from innovators and startup owners who are seeking to patent their inventions.
18 Jan 2018
WHAT INVESTORS WANT TO KNOW ABOUT YOUR IP STRATEGY
If you’re running an early-stage tech company, you’re probably thinking about how you’re going to raise funding. But it can…
28 Dec 2017
WE’RE A STARTUP. DO WE REALLY NEED A PATENT ATTORNEY?
The cost of obtaining patent protection can run high. Because many tech startups are operating under a limited budget, they…
14 Dec 2017
4 STRATEGIES TO STRENGTHEN AN EXISTING PATENT PORTFOLIO
Last month, we published a blog post on the basics of launching a successful patent portfolio. That post was geared…
9 Nov 2017
THE VALUE OF PATENT APPLICATIONS FOR HIGH-TECH COMPANIES
In an earlier post, we explained why a high-tech business needs patents — that is, issued patents that…
11 Oct 2017
INTRODUCING PARALEGAL DIANE TAYLOR!
Patent Law Firm is growing! I’m pleased to announce that Diane Taylorjoined our firm in September 2017…
28 Sep 2017
7 TIPS FOR A SUCCESSFUL RELATIONSHIP WITH OUTSIDE PATENT COUNSEL
While some legal issues are best managed in-house, there are many instances where engaging outside counsel is necessary — especially…
21 Sep 2017
9 FACTORS AFFECTING THE COST OF PATENT PROTECTION
If you’re running a tech company, you’ll inevitably find yourself asking: How much does it cost to file a patent application?…