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Patent Prosecution Support
Patentability Search
A Patentability Search, also known as a Novelty Search or Prior-Art Search, is a type of search conducted to assess the novelty and inventiveness of an invention before filing a patent application. Its purpose is to determine whether the invention meets the criteria for patentability, particularly novelty and non-obviousness.
During a Patentability Search, a search is conducted to identify prior-art, which refers to any existing public information that may be relevant to the invention. This includes previously patented inventions, scientific articles, technical reports, product catalogs, and any other publicly available information that may disclose the same or similar ideas or technologies.
Our team has a lot of experience in finding the relevant prior-art using various techniques such as keyword based search, class based search, hybrid search, citation analysis, etc.
The search aims to uncover prior art that predates the filing date of the patent application. If the invention is found to lack novelty or appears obvious in view of the prior art. In such cases, the inventor or applicant may choose not to proceed with the patent application or make modifications to the invention to enhance its novelty or inventiveness.
Patent Drafting
Patent drafting refers to the process of preparing a patent application, including the specification, claims, drawings, and other necessary elements. A well-drafted patent application provides a clear and comprehensive description of the invention and its technical details.
The patent drafting process involves working closely with inventors to understand the invention thoroughly and translate it into a legal document that meets the requirements of the concerned patent office. The patent application should describe the invention in sufficient detail, including its structure, function, and any novel or inventive aspects. The claims define the scope of protection sought and should be carefully crafted to cover the invention while taking into account prior art and potential future challenges.
Patent drafting requires specialized knowledge of patent law and regulations, as well as technical expertise in the relevant field.
Our in-house Patent Agents handle the drafting process to ensure that the patent application is accurate, complete, and aligned with the legal requirements of patentability.
Office Action Response Drafting
After the patent application is filed, it undergoes examination by a patent examiner at the relevant patent office. The examiner reviews the application and may issue an Office Action, which is an official document raising objections, rejections, or requests for additional information.
In response to the Office Action, the applicant has the opportunity to submit an Office Action Response. This response is a written argument addressing the examiner’s objections or rejections and providing arguments, evidence, and amendments to overcome those objections.
Office Action Response (OAR) drafting involves analyzing the examiner’s objections, conducting further research if necessary, and crafting a persuasive argument to overcome the objections and secure patent approval. The response may include amendments to the claims or specification to address the examiner’s concerns or clarify the invention’s distinguishing features.
Patent Agents with expertise in the relevant field draft the Office Action Response. The goal is to present convincing arguments, supported by legal and technical evidence, to persuade the examiner to grant the patent or at least advance the application towards allowance.