USPTO Patent Services from Toronto

When Canadian inventors and businesses need US patent protection, UIPatent's registered USPTO patent agents provide expert services from our Toronto office. Our USPTO Toronto lawyer services bridge the gap between Canadian innovation and American patent protection.

The United States represents the world’s largest market for most innovations. Securing US patent protection provides:

  • Exclusive rights in the world’s largest economy
  • Enhanced licensing opportunities
  • Stronger position for international expansion
  • Increased company valuation for investors

Our USPTO Patent Agent Services

As registered USPTO patent agents Toronto based, we handle all aspects of US patent applications:

Patent Application Preparation

Comprehensive preparation of US patent applications meeting USPTO requirements, including:

  • Detailed technical specifications
  • Precise patent claims crafted for US patent law
  • Professional patent drawings
  • Complete inventor declarations

Patent Prosecution

Expert handling of USPTO communications, including:

  • Responding to Office Actions
  • Patent claim amendments
  • Examiner interviews when beneficial
  • Appeals process, if necessary

US Patent Maintenance Costs

US patent maintenance requires three fee payments to keep your patent active:

Payment Schedule:

  • 3.5 years after the grant
  • 7.5 years after the grant
  • 11.5 years after the grant

Entity Discounts:

  • Small entities: 50% fee reduction
  • Micro entities: 75% fee reduction

Current Fees: Visit the USPTO Fee Schedule for exact costs.

Need Help? Our patent maintenance services ensure you never miss a deadline. Contact us for professional USPTO patent maintenance management.

USPTO vs CIPO: Key Differences

Understanding the differences between US and Canadian patent systems helps optimize your filing strategy:

Examination Process:

  • USPTO: First-to-file system with detailed examination
  • CIPO: Similar first-to-file with streamlined prosecution

Patent Term:

  • Both: 20 years from the filing date
  • USPTO: Possible term adjustments for prosecution delays

Costs:

  • USPTO: Generally higher fees but a larger market

CIPO: Lower fees for Canadian market protection

Cross-Border Patent Strategy

OurUSPTO patent agent Toronto team develops integrated strategies covering both Canadian and US markets:

Simultaneous Filing

File corresponding applications in both countries to maximize priority benefits and optimize prosecution costs.

PCT Applications

International patent applications provide worldwide filing flexibility and cost management.

Continuation Strategies

US-specific continuation practice allows ongoing patent protection as technology evolves.

Getting Started with US Patent Protection

Our registered USPTO patent agents in Toronto make US patent protection accessible for Canadian inventors and businesses. We handle the complexity while you focus on innovation.

Contact UIPatent for a free consultation about your US patent needs. We'll evaluate your invention and recommend the most effective protection strategy for the American market.

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(416) 871-3466
(647) 818-2532

There are several different ways that you can protect your invention. we provide a free consultation on what the best approaches for you.

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