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Patents
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Patent matters can involve assessing inventions, filing and prosecution strategy, ownership, licensing, infringement and validity disputes.
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✓Avoid unnecessary public disclosure
✓Confirm patent experience
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Describe the technology at a high level without publicly disclosing confidential details
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Useful questions to ask
Do you handle patent prosecution, litigation, or both?
How could prior public disclosure affect patent rights?
Should Canadian protection be coordinated with foreign filings?
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