HaA can help you turn your idea into a patent
Getting a patent filed is an involved process. HaA can support you from start to finish
Stage 1: Idea
Bring your idea. From CAD drawings to prototypes, we can help you develop your idea into something competitive, giving you an advantage for getting to market.
NDA - Non-disclosure agreement
Initial Sketches/Model - Rough ideas drawn on paper or computer
Stage 2: Patent Search
It is important to know what is out there. This should be an exhaustive search done by an attorney. It is best to do this early on while your idea is still malleable.
Disclosure Form - Formal document with details of agreement
Patent Search - A search of existing prior art patents
Stage 3: Patent Goal
What do you want to get out of owning this patent? Different patents have different advantages and disadvantages. We can help determine what type of patent best fits your idea.
Types of Patents - The three types of patents are utility, design, and plant
Provisional Patent - A patent that gives 12 months of protection on an idea before filing a full patent