Patent, Trademark & Copyright Attorneys
673 S. Washington St., Alexandria, VA 22314; 703.684.5633, (f) 703.684.5637; info@mbv-ip.com
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Have questions on patents, trademarks, or copyrights? We would like to hear from you even if your project is not ready for submission. Don't risk losing intellectual property rights by delaying contact with an attorney! We have also collected information for your review about the different types of intellectual property and about the services that we offer. We invite you to contact us for a free consultation to discuss how we can help you protect your ideas and your business, whether you are an individual, a start up or an established company. |
Why Our Patent Attorneys Are Right for All of Your Intellectual Property NeedsMBV is a small law firm comprised of highly experienced, registered patent serving clients throughout the U.S. and around the world. Our attorneys all have engineering degrees, are former patent examiners, and have worked in the patent field for at least 20 years. While our experience allows us to work some of the most complex projects, as a small business oursevles, we also enjoy working with individuals and small to mid-size business. We help our clients to establish and maintain appropriate, personally tailored intellectual property strategies to complement the growh of their businesses while educating clients as to the advantages and limitations of intellectual property. As part of this strategy MBV offers:
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Merek, Blackmon &Voorhees, LLC
673 S. Washington St.
Alexandria, VA 22314
703.684.5633
(fax) 703.684.5637
"Mr. Blackmon took the time to discuss options and made good recommendations. He always provided estimates of the cost of work and has consistently met or been under them. I would highly recommend him for both Patent and Trademark work."
Bill Cumbie, Hampton, VA
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"I am just getting started. How do I protect my idea? How long do I have to file a patent application?" See our "Patent Overview" or send our Free Help Desk a general question about patenting your invention." |
"I have a great idea and want to know if my idea can be patented." A patent search is a great way to find out if your idea is new and patentable. Check out our Index of self-service patent search sites or contact us to set up a free initial consultation to figure the next step that is best for you. |
"I am ready to file a patent application. What's next?" Our attorneys all have experience as former Patent Examiners and are ready to help you. Fill out one of our Invention Disclosure forms and contact one of our attorneys for a quote for applying for a patent, whether by filing a provisional, utility, design or PCT application |
"I have already filed my own application, and I received an office action. What do I need to do to respond to the Patent Office?" Contact us to receive a quote for preparing an amendment/response to the Patent Office on your application or conducting an in-person interview with the Examiner to discuss your invention. |
"My patent application was published ("Pre-Grant Publication"), and now someone is interested in buying or licensing my invention. What are my options for selling my patent or getting royalties for licensing?" We can help with your continuing legal needs from preparing a license to litigation to assignment. Our attorneys are ready to help you negotiate continuing needs for your invention. |
"Where do I look for companies to manufacture my invention or to sell my idea to?" A good place to start is the Thomas Register database of manufacturers and suppliers.
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"I need to protect my company name? Can I reserve a name/ trademark for our product? How do I apply for a trademark or servicemark?" Want to know if someone else is using the name you use or want to use for your company or product? Need to protect your trademark or service mark? A trademark search or trademark application are typical ways to start the process towards protecting your valuable investment in a logo, slogan or business name. Contact our attorneys to find out about these and other trademark services. CONTACT MBV Learn More about Trademarks |
"I need to protect my software, work of art, sound recording, publication, etc." Copyrights can be used to protect artistic expressions from sound recording to sculptures to books to building designs to computer programs. Our attorneys can help you protect your intellectual property rights in your works. Contact us to find out if your works are eligible for protection. "Will I own software or other works that I hire someone else to create?" Our attorneys can help you protect intellectual property rights in your works whether they are created by you or by someone else. Avoid confusion over "works for hire" by contacting us before you engage/contract someone so that your rights can be protected. |