Get help from an intellectual property lawyer

An intellectual property lawyer protects what you create — patents for inventions, trademarks for brands, copyrights for creative work — and enforces your rights when someone copies them.

Questions to ask before you hire
  • Is my idea or brand protectable?
  • What will the filing cost from start to finish?
  • How long does registration take?
  • Do you search for conflicts first?
  • Can you enforce it if someone copies me?
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5,700 attorneys who handle intellectual property, with ratings, reviews and contact details.

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Air Butler Heating And Cooling, LLC

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Since 2016, Air Butler Heating and Cooling has been recognized as a top HVAC Contractor in the Northern Part of Wyoming. We’ve provided clients with a wide range of contracting services for all their

Deaver, WY

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Troy, MO

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Kahle Law

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Bradford, PA

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Parsons & Goltry, PLLC

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Phoenix’s premiere patent attorneys serving clients throughout the US and internationally for over 20 years.

Scottsdale, AZ

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The Law Offices of Michael R Polin

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San Diego, CA

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Flaster Greenberg Pc

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Cherry Hill, NJ

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Harris Guidi Rosner, P.A.

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We are more proud of our client service reputation than we are of our reputation for winning. We spend time determining your specific tangible and emotional needs and then we aggressively pursue wa

Jacksonville, FL

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Reagan Burrus Dierksen Lamon

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New Braunfels, TX

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Law Office of Terrell A. Ratliff

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Our Law firm aims to actively battle for your rights to achieve your objectives, and we are dedicated to rigorous case preparation. We know how to gather information and d

Cherry Hill, NJ

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Frith Anderson & Peake

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Roanoke, VA

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Petro Cohen, P.C.

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Select Excellence. Skill, experience, and reputation make all the difference. With exceptional legal credentials and experience, Petro Cohen, P.C. handles workers’ compensation,

Cherry Hill, NJ

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Global Marketing

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Orlando, FL

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Questions about hiring an attorney

Do I need a lawyer to file a trademark?+

You can file on your own, but a lawyer can search for conflicts and draft the application to avoid rejections that cost time and fees.

Patent, trademark or copyright — which do I need?+

Patents protect inventions, trademarks protect brand names and logos, and copyrights protect creative works like writing, art and software.

How do I find the right attorney?+

Start with what you need help with above. That narrows the list to attorneys who practice that area. Then compare ratings and reviews, and talk to two or three before you decide.

How much does an attorney cost?+

It depends on the case. Criminal and family cases are often billed hourly or as a flat fee. Personal injury attorneys usually work on contingency — a share of what you recover, and nothing if you don't. Ask each attorney how they charge before you hire them.

Do attorneys offer free consultations?+

Many do, especially in personal injury, criminal defense, bankruptcy and immigration. Ask when you call — a first meeting is the best way to see whether an attorney is a good fit.

What should I bring to my first meeting?+

Anything about your case: letters, court papers, contracts, police reports, photos, bills and a short timeline of what happened. The more the attorney sees, the better the advice.

Can I use an attorney from another state?+

Usually you need one licensed in the state where your case is. Federal matters like immigration, bankruptcy and patents can be different — ask the attorney.

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