Getting a patent

[imamartian]

Can any of you explain to me what i need to do to get a patent?

I have an invention/product, which i believe does not already exist. And i have told no-one what it is. Do i need to see a solicitor? Will any solicitor do? What will it cost? Do i get protection for 20years?

If and when a patent is granted, what's the best way of getting a product on the market (if i can't get on Dragon's Den)?

 

[Diyisfun]

Have a read here
http://www.ipo.gov.uk/

 

[joe-90]

Is it an Earthly or Martian patent you are after? The latter is much cheaper.

 

[Duncan Bannatyne]

Just tell me about your idea and I'll send you some money.

 

[solo]

There you go. One patent. That'll be fifty percent of your future royalties please.

 

[imamartian]

did i post on the wrong thread by mistake?

 

[tim west]

wrong forum i think, you should really be talking with the patent office for advice.

 

[imamartian]

thanks to diyisfun for the link.... i have seen that site before, but what i don't understand is the role of the solicitor. I realise i fill in a form, and submit it to the patent office, but do i need to get what i've written ratified by a solicitor? or does it need to be a patent attorney (what is one?).

 

[Softus]

what i don't understand is the role of the solicitor.

The solicitor is there to suck as much money out of you as possible.

do i need to get what i've written ratified by a solicitor?

I doubt it, but the patent office will tell you.

 

[Barsteward]

Can any of you explain to me what i need to do to get a patent?

I have an invention/product, which i believe does not already exist. And i have told no-one what it is. Do i need to see a solicitor? Will any solicitor do? What will it cost? Do i get protection for 20years?

If and when a patent is granted, what's the best way of getting a product on the market (if i can't get on Dragon's Den)?

How deep are your pockets??
It will cost plenty. Patent searches/lawers/the patent itself - cost depends on region you apply for etc.
It can seem endless. Be prepared.

 

[joe-90]

Better off approaching a company that will take your idea on patent it and market it if it is good enough - nearly all are just plain daft in the harsh light of day.

 

[empip]

Try here...
http://www.ipo.gov.uk/patent.htm

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