Timeline: 1-2 weeks, from project kickoff to application submitted to USPTO
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Milestones:
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Deliver FIRST draft of Design Patent Application to Client for review
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5 business days​
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Deliver FINAL draft of Design Patent Application to Client for approval
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3 business days​
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Submit Design Patent Application to USPTO
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2 business days
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Note: The initiation of each milestone may depend on Client-provided documents/feedback.
Patent Strategy:
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A design patent application is right for you if:​
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You want to prevent a competitor from selling a product that resembles your invention.
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You want to prevent an "ordinary observer" from purchasing an imitation product, thinking it was your product.
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You want to issue a cease-and-desist order to an existing competitor ASAP.
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A design patent application may show multiple embodiments of the design, however the differences between the embodiemnts must be minimal.
USPTO Timeline:
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A Design Patent typically takes between 8 - 18 months to be approved.​
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The USPTO will provide a first response to the application ("first office action") around 6 - 12 months after the filing date.