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At Gallium Law, we provide high-level patent counsel rooted in technical understanding and legal precision. Our team of registered patent attorneys is authorized to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), offering strategic representation to inventors, startups, and established companies across a broad range of industries.

When it comes to protecting intellectual property, patents are often the cornerstone of innovation. We help clients turn complex inventions into enforceable, commercial-grade patent assets that support business growth, investment, and competitive advantage. Whether you’re building your first portfolio or expanding coverage in global markets, our registered patent lawyers deliver clarity, control, and confidence at every step.

 

Comprehensive Patent Services

Securing a patent requires more than just filing paperwork. It demands a nuanced understanding of your invention, your industry, and your long-term goals. Gallium Law offers comprehensive patent services tailored to the lifecycle of innovation—from idea conception through post-grant strategy. Our services include:

  • Drafting and filing utility and design patent applications
  • U.S. and international prosecution strategy
  • Responses to USPTO Office Actions
  • Examiner interviews and appeals
  • Continuations, divisionals, and reissue applications
  • Patent term adjustment and extensions

We don’t rely on templates or generic filings. Our registered patent agents tailor every application to strengthen enforceability, block competitors, and preserve future opportunities for monetization or expansion.

Utility and Design Patent Expertise Across Industries

Our firm handles utility and design patents across a wide range of technical fields. Our attorneys are experienced in drafting detailed claims, specifications, and figures that accurately capture novel features while anticipating potential challenges in prosecution or litigation. We frequently represent clients in sectors including:

  • Medical device
  • Software and data systems
  • Artificial intelligence and machine learning
  • Electronics and consumer hardware
  • Robotics and mechanical systems
  • Automotive and aerospace components
  • E-commerce platforms and logistics technology

Utility and Design Patent Expertise Across Industries

Our firm handles utility and design patents across a wide range of technical fields. Our attorneys are experienced in drafting detailed claims, specifications, and figures that accurately capture novel features while anticipating potential challenges in prosecution or litigation.

International Patent Filing and Global Protection

For businesses with global ambitions, securing patent rights in international markets is essential. Gallium Law helps clients file and manage international patent applications through both the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) and direct foreign filings.

Patent Portfolio Development and Strategic Oversight

Individual patents provide protection. A well-planned portfolio delivers leverage. Our registered patent agents help clients develop portfolios that support product lines, licensing strategies, and IP-backed valuations.

High-Quality Prosecution That Supports Enforcement

A patent is only as valuable as its ability to be enforced. At Gallium Law, our registered patent attorneys draft and prosecute applications with future enforcement in mind. We anticipate how claims might be interpreted during litigation and build in the clarity and strength needed to withstand scrutiny.

Patentability Searches and Freedom-to-Operate Analysis

Before filing a patent application or launching a product, it’s essential to understand the existing IP landscape. Gallium Law performs thorough prior art searches and provides risk-based assessments to help clients make confident, informed decisions.

Support for Startups, Innovators, and Growth-Stage Companies

Startups and individual inventors often face budget constraints and tight timelines. Our registered patent lawyers help early-stage companies prioritize filings, build foundational protection, and prepare IP assets for investor scrutiny.

International Patent Filing and Global Protection

For businesses with global ambitions, securing patent rights in international markets is essential. Gallium Law helps clients file and manage international patent applications through both the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) and direct foreign filings. We manage:

  • PCT applications and national phase entries
  • Filing strategies for Europe, Asia, and emerging markets
  • Coordination with foreign patent counsel
  • Translation, timing, and jurisdiction-specific requirements
  • Cross-border portfolio management

Patent Portfolio Development and Strategic Oversight

Individual patents provide protection. A well-planned portfolio delivers leverage. Our registered patent lawyers help clients develop portfolios that support product lines, licensing strategies, and IP-backed valuations. We assist with:

  • Building patent families around core technologies
  • Identifying gaps and white space opportunities
  • Portfolio mapping and competitor monitoring
  • Maintenance fee management and abandonment strategies
  • Alignment with brand, product, and legal priorities

High-Quality Prosecution That Supports Enforcement

A patent is only as valuable as its ability to be enforced. At Gallium Law, our registered patent attorneys draft and prosecute applications with future enforcement in mind. We anticipate how claims might be interpreted during litigation and build in the clarity and strength needed to withstand scrutiny. This enforcement-aware approach helps:

  • Deter competitors and reduce infringement risk
  • Increase leverage in licensing negotiations
  • Lower costs and risks in enforcement actions
  • Simplify post-grant proceedings or disputes

When necessary, we collaborate with litigation counsel to provide technical support during disputes involving patents we’ve prosecuted. Our work is designed to stand up in the real world.

Patentability Searches and Freedom-to-Operate Analysis

Before filing a patent application or launching a product, it’s essential to understand the existing IP landscape. Gallium Law performs thorough prior art searches and provides risk-based assessments to help clients make confident, informed decisions. We offer:

  • Patentability searches and opinions
  • Freedom-to-operate (FTO) analysis
  • Validity and enforceability assessments
  • Competitor patent tracking and infringement risk evaluation

Support for Startups, Innovators, and Growth-Stage Companies

Startups and individual inventors often face budget constraints and tight timelines. Our registered patent lawyers help early-stage companies prioritize filings, build foundational protection, and prepare IP assets for investor scrutiny. We guide startups through:

  • Selecting between provisional and non-provisional applications
  • Timing filings to align with business goals
  • Building core IP that supports valuation and exit opportunities
  • Creating investor-ready IP summaries
  • Scaling protection as the business grows

Registered Patent Attorneys & agents with Technical Depth and Legal Clarity

Gallium Law’s team includes patent agents with technical backgrounds in engineering, software development, life sciences, and manufacturing. This allows us to work directly with inventors and technical staff without translation gaps or missed nuances.

We’re not just legal professionals—we’re problem-solvers who understand how your technology works and how to protect it most effectively. Clients work with us because we:

  • Deliver technically sound, litigation-ready applications
  • Understand both the science and the strategy
  • Offer responsive, transparent communication
  • Align IP protection with business growth and market timing
  • Provide long-term value through scalable services

From emerging tech to established enterprises, our clients rely on us to protect what gives them a competitive edge.

Frequently Asked Questions

To determine patentability, a registered patent attorney can conduct a prior art search and assess whether your invention is novel, non-obvious, and useful. Even if similar products exist, unique improvements or applications may still qualify for patent protection.

A provisional application secures a filing date and gives you 12 months to file a non-provisional application, but it won’t be examined or result in a granted patent. A non-provisional application is the formal submission that undergoes review by the USPTO and can lead to an issued patent.

Yes, software and algorithm-based inventions can be patented if they meet specific legal requirements. Our registered patent attorneys are experienced in drafting claims for software that emphasize technical improvements and avoid common USPTO rejections.

The patent process typically takes 18 to 36 months, depending on the technology and USPTO backlog. Expedited options like Track One can shorten the timeline, and our team can advise whether that route fits your goals.

Schedule a Consultation with our Registered Patent Lawyers Now

If you’re ready to protect your invention or expand your existing portfolio, Gallium Law is ready to help. Our registered patent attorneys offer personalized, business-minded patent counsel tailored to your goals, your industry, and your innovation.

Contact Gallium Law today at 651-256-9480 to schedule a Free and Confidential Consultation. Let us help you secure your IP, increase your valuation, and move forward with confidence.

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