Question 1

How much does a patent attorney cost?

Accepted Answer

At the Law Office of Jerry Joseph, a patent search costs $650, provisional patent filing ranges from $1,500-$1,800, and a non-provisional patent filing ranges from $4,500-$8,000. Full invention-to-market packages range from $2,500 to $13,500. You can begin the process with a $275 deposit. This compares favorably to the industry average of $15,000-$20,000 for similar services at larger firms.

Question 2

What is the difference between a provisional and non-provisional patent?

Accepted Answer

A provisional patent application ($1,500-$1,800) secures your priority date and gives you 12 months of Patent Pending status. A non-provisional patent application ($4,500-$8,000) is the full filing that undergoes USPTO examination and can result in an issued patent lasting 20 years. We recommend filing provisional first to protect your idea while validating market demand.

Question 3

Do I need a working prototype to file a patent?

Accepted Answer

No, you do not need a working prototype to file a patent application. You can file based on detailed descriptions and drawings. However, building a functional prototype ($2,500-$5,000) before filing a non-provisional patent can strengthen your application and help you validate market demand.

Question 4

How long does it take to get a patent?

Accepted Answer

A provisional patent can be filed in 1-2 weeks. A non-provisional patent application takes 2-4 weeks to prepare and file, then typically 18-36 months for USPTO examination. Our 5-step process lets you protect your invention immediately with a provisional filing while we develop and test your product in parallel.

Question 5

What makes Jerry Joseph different from other patent attorneys?

Accepted Answer

Jerry Joseph is a USPTO-registered patent attorney, biomedical engineer, and active inventor currently developing a wearable closed-loop insulin pump. He has protected over 500 inventions since 2010. Unlike traditional patent attorneys, he offers a complete invention-to-market service: patent protection, functional prototyping, and Shopify store launch — all from one firm. He personally handles every case.

Question 6

Why do you build a Shopify store before filing a non-provisional patent?

Accepted Answer

We launch a Shopify store ($1,500-$2,000) to validate real customer demand before you invest $4,500-$8,000 in a non-provisional patent. This way you know people actually want to buy your invention before committing to the full patent process. Most patent attorneys skip this step, leaving inventors with expensive patents for products nobody wants.

Question 7

What types of intellectual property do you handle?

Accepted Answer

We handle all three types of intellectual property: Patents (utility patents, design patents, provisional and non-provisional applications), Trademarks (brand names, logos, slogans, Amazon Brand Registry), and Copyrights (songs, books, artwork, NFTs). We also offer prototype engineering and Shopify store launches for inventors.

Question 8

How do I get started protecting my invention?

Accepted Answer

You can begin the process with a $275 deposit and a free consultation. During your consultation, Jerry Joseph will evaluate your invention, discuss your goals, and recommend the right protection strategy. All consultations are protected by a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA). Call (202) 570-4009 or visit jjosephpatentlaw.com/contact-us to schedule.

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Jerry K Joseph

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What Makes Our Firm Different

Jerry K Joseph

EXPERIENCED. INTEGRITY. RESULTS.

What Makes Our Firm Different

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