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We connect you with expert patent attorneys from our network of trusted partners, ensuring you receive top-quality legal representation tailored to your unique situation. Our partner attorneys specialize in various aspects of patent law, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Patent search and analysis<\/li>\n<li>Patent application preparation and filing<\/li>\n<li>Patent prosecution<\/li>\n<li>Patent licensing and transactions<\/li>\n<li>Patent enforcement and litigation<\/li>\n<li>Trust our network of partners to protect your valuable intellectual property.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"\"><\/h2>\n<h2 id=\"-1\"><\/h2>\n<h2 id=\"-2\"><\/h2>\n","faqs":"<h3 id=\"what-is-a-patent\">What is a patent?<\/h3>\n<p>A patent is a legal protection granted by the government to an inventor for a new, useful, and non-obvious invention. 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