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    Intellectual Property Practice

    Technology for IP Law Practices

    Manage complex patent portfolios, streamline trademark prosecution, and never miss a critical deadline with specialized IP technology solutions.

    IP Practice Challenges

    Intellectual property practices face unique technology requirements that general tools can't address.

    Complex Docketing

    Patent and trademark prosecution involves critical deadlines that vary by jurisdiction and can't be missed.

    $500B+

    annual global IP licensing revenue at stake

    WIPO

    Prior Art & Clearance

    Thorough patent searches and trademark clearance require access to specialized databases and search tools.

    3.5M+

    patent applications filed globally per year

    WIPO Statistics

    International Filing

    Managing multi-jurisdictional portfolios requires tracking different national and regional requirements.

    150+

    countries with distinct IP filing requirements

    WIPO PCT

    Annuity Management

    Patent and trademark maintenance fees across multiple jurisdictions require systematic tracking.

    40%

    of patents lapse due to missed maintenance fees

    USPTO Statistics

    IP Software Solutions

    Specialized tools designed for patent and trademark practice management.

    IPfolio

    $200-500/user/mo

    IP Management

    Comprehensive IP portfolio management with docketing, document management, and annuity tracking.

    Best For: Patent-heavy practices and corporate IP departments

    Key Features

    • Automated docketing from PTO
    • Annuity and renewal management
    • Multi-jurisdiction tracking
    • Patent family visualization
    • Matter and billing integration

    Integrations

    USPTOEPOWIPOMicrosoft 365SAP
    IPfolio

    Anaqua

    Custom enterprise pricing

    Enterprise IP Platform

    Enterprise-grade IP management platform used by large corporations and their outside counsel.

    Best For: Large firms and Fortune 500 IP departments

    Key Features

    • Global portfolio management
    • Advanced analytics and reporting
    • Trademark watching services
    • Invention disclosure management
    • IP valuation tools

    Integrations

    SAPOraclePatent offices worldwideCRM systems
    Anaqua

    ClaimMaster

    $150-250/user/mo

    Patent Drafting

    Patent drafting and proofreading tool that integrates with Word for claim analysis and error checking.

    Best For: Patent prosecution and drafting

    Key Features

    • Claim chart generation
    • Antecedent basis checking
    • 112 compliance analysis
    • Term consistency checking
    • Prior art reference management

    Integrations

    Microsoft WordPatent databasesPrior art tools
    ClaimMaster

    Corsearch / Saegis

    Per-search and subscription

    Trademark Search

    Comprehensive trademark clearance and watching services for brand protection.

    Best For: Trademark practices and brand protection

    Key Features

    • Global trademark screening
    • Comprehensive clearance reports
    • Ongoing watching services
    • Domain name monitoring
    • Brand protection analytics

    Integrations

    USPTOEUIPOGlobal trademark databases
    Corsearch

    How We Help

    IP Software Implementation

    Set up and configure IPfolio, Anaqua, or other IP management platforms for your practice.

    Docketing System Setup

    Implement automated docketing with USPTO, EPO, and other patent office integrations.

    Workflow Automation

    Create automated workflows for patent prosecution, trademark filing, and annuity management.

    Data Security

    Protect valuable IP and trade secrets with enterprise-grade security measures.

    Multi-Office Coordination

    Set up systems for coordinating with foreign associates and managing international portfolios.

    Search Tool Integration

    Integrate prior art search tools and trademark databases into your workflow.

    Protect Your Clients' Innovation

    Let us help you implement the right technology to manage complex IP portfolios efficiently.