As the world's leading economies shift from traditional to technology industries, the ability to protect and capitalize on innovation is crucial to sustaining business growth and profitability. Fitch, Even, Tabin & Flannery® is skilled at obtaining patents that are respected by competitors, difficult to design around, and enforceable in court.

The firm has helped some of the world's most sophisticated organizations protect and exploit innovations in mechanics, electronics, chemistry, advanced materials, physics, computer and software technology, biotechnology, nuclear energy, and other fields. We also represent a number of clients obtaining design patents for their unique product and packaging designs. We are qualified to develop effective protection strategies that anticipate the competitive landscape and are aligned with business objectives.

A significant portion of our practice is devoted to patent strategy, application drafting and prosecution. Fitch Even's professionals will carefully assess the patentability of inventions, prepare and prosecute patent applications through the United States Patent & Trademark Office, and execute foreign protection and filing strategies.

It takes experience to obtain strong patents that will be respected by competitors, and at a reasonable cost. We are capable of handling the most complex patent prosecution matters with skill and a deep understanding of the patent legal process. Many clients consider Fitch Even an extension of their technology development functions, a true partner in their technological endeavors. We work hard to obtain patent claims that provide comprehensive protection and considerable flexibility in the event of enforcement proceedings. Our attorneys work closely with our clients and the PTO throughout the prosecution to facilitate the issuance of claims of proper scope as quickly as possible.

Today more than ever, patents must be prepared with an eye toward potential litigation and a keen understanding of the legal principles governing the interpretation and enforcement of patents. Our focus on quality enables our clients to avoid the pitfalls of patents that are drafted too narrowly to cover subsequent design evolutions, provide little flexibility to avoid unforeseen prior art, or make enforcement litigation unnecessarily complicated or expensive.

Whether your company is new to the patenting process, or has a well-developed patent program, Fitch Even's patent prosecution services can add considerable value to your business.