US Patent Application & Filing

Filing a US patent application involves strict formalities and deadlines, enforced by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

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Panoramix IP manages these complexities, preparing accurate claims and descriptions. We conduct prior art searches and adapt the application to highlight your invention’s key advantages. By taking extra care with documentation, we aim to minimise office actions or rejections. If the USPTO identifies issues, our team offers swift, strategic responses. We also coordinate international filing if you seek broader coverage.

Throughout the process, we maintain regular communication at key touchpoints, so you always know the status of your application and we can quickly address any questions you may have. This meticulous approach leads to a stronger patent that can withstand scrutiny.

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Client Testimonials

Truly exceptional work and service

Panoramix are my company’s go-to partner for Intellectual Property and contractual matters. We’ve worked with them on many projects over the years and the level of input, service and speed has always been outstanding. They are true partners to our business and would highly recommend them.

— Oscar Daws

First rate IP lawyers

I always recommend my clients use Panoramix when they are looking into any IP or trademarking matters for their companies, regardless of whether it’s for the UK, EU or another territory. The team are absolutely first rate, extremely knowledgeable and very professional in all their dealings.

Many business owners are not certain of what they can and can’t register as IP/TM, so Kevin and his team guide them through what can be a minefield, brilliantly.
I would absolutely suggest an initial call with the team for anyone serious about protecting their company’s IP assets

— Valda Smits

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I have been working with Kevin and Panoramix for several years now and would always recommend their professionalism, expertise and friendly approach when dealing with clients and partners alike. If you want IP advice, there’s only one place to come!

— Richard Royce

Excellent Service and Performance.

Responsive, competent and able to deal with complexity and nuance. I would recommend the services of Panoramix without hesitation.

— LockOn Ltd

I’ve worked with Kevin since 2019…

I’ve worked with Kevin since 2019 before he had even started Panoramix. He has been a reliable and invaluable partner, protecting my IP over a number of products including Trademarks, Design Registration and Patents. I will continue to work with him, and his team, for many years to come.

— Anthony Dickens

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Great service, easy to communicate, quick respond.

— Piotr

Panoramix IP are a reliable

Panoramix IP are reliable, affordable and trustworthy IP lawyers. They have given me excellent advice and gave further ideas on how to get the most protection from my patent. I have worked with them on a number of projects including getting IP in the USA/Patent/Trademarks, they certainly know their stuff and come highly recommended!

— AC

Good Commercial Advice

Panoramix have helped me multiple times across my businesses, and they provide a great service each time.

— Thomas Atkins

Great European Patent Lawyers

Kevin, Joel, and the entire Panoramix team have provided timely service and insightful advice for our US-based clientele seeking European patent protection. The team is talented and has excellent systems and processes for delivering top-notch IP services.

— Joshua Van Hoven

Great partner

I am working with Panoramix as a cooperating agent since the company started its operations and I must say it is not easy to find someone as dedicated and trustworthy as Kevin, Amelia, Serena, Patrick and the rest of the Panoramix team is. I’ve been working with multiple US and UK IP firms before and Panoramix is my number one go-to partner for IP work for my clients in those countries.

— Agnieszka Musiał

Panoramix IP is a great professional legal firm

Panoramix IP provides great professional legal services. Gittings-Grima Group (G3) has been Panoramix IP’s clients for several years. Kevin Hanson is well-suited for his legal profession with a high-level of competence. G3 highly recommends Panoramix IP for all IP and patent legal needs.

— George Grima

I would like to recommend this firm

I would like to recommend this firm. I originally spoke with Kevin Hanson and he gave me partial advice that was very helpful. I then came back some time after to seek their legal services in relation to the initial advice. Kate McCormick is who dealt with my case on the second contact and she did a very good job. I am pleased with the outcome we had.

Knowledgeable advice and promptly done, helping me also with a short deadline. I recommend them.

— Ricardo G M

Know their stuff!

We’ve used Panoramix for some years now. Courteous, helpful, knowledgeable and able to guide us through the labyrinth of IP difficulties with a light touch.

— Peterborough User

Trusting and consummately professional

Kevin and his team are always completely professional and always exact in their advice and actions working for you. There is no one better to have as part of your ‘team’

— Mr Burlton

Kevin Hanson is straight to the point…

Kevin Hanson is straight to the point and is a trusted pair of hands when it comes to IP matters and associated corporate negotiations.

— Alex Korenkov

Great company helping with trademarks

Great company helping with trademarks, worked with them for a few years and appreciate all the advice and help!! Thanks guys!

— Zain Peer

FAQs

How do I file a patent application in the US?

US applications are filed with the USPTO, either as a provisional (to secure a date and 12 months) or a non-provisional application that proceeds to examination. Overseas applicants file through a US-qualified attorney, and the application must meet US drafting and formal requirements. We prepare and file directly, so UK-based inventors get US protection handled in one place.

What information do I need to file a US patent?

You’ll need a full technical description of the invention (enough for a skilled person to reproduce it), drawings where relevant, the claims defining what you want to protect, and inventor/applicant details. A prior-art search beforehand is wise. We work with you to capture the invention properly — weak descriptions can’t be fixed after filing.

How long does it take to get a US patent granted?

Typically a few years, depending on the technology and USPTO backlog, moving through filing, examination and responses to ‘Office Actions’. Acceleration options exist in some cases. Throughout, your invention is patent pending, and protection dates back to your filing date. We keep the process moving and handle examiner correspondence.