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Protect Your Invention in the US & UK

A patent gives you the legal right to stop others from making, using, or selling your invention without permission. We guide you through patentability review, application drafting, and filing with the USPTO and UK IPO, so your invention is protected in both markets from day one.

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What It Is

A Guided Path to Patent Protection

A patent is one of the strongest forms of intellectual property protection available, giving inventors exclusive rights to their invention for a set period in exchange for public disclosure. Filing in both the US and UK lets you protect your invention across two of the world's largest and most active markets.

CoFilings® manages the process end-to-end — from an initial patentability and prior-art review, to drafting your specification and claims, to filing with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and the UK Intellectual Property Office (UK IPO).

We also help inventors and businesses outside the US and UK file remotely, coordinating with registered patent agents in each jurisdiction so your application meets every local requirement.

What's Included

✓ Patentability & prior-art search
✓ Patent specification & claims drafting
✓ USPTO application preparation & filing
✓ UK IPO application preparation & filing
✓ Registered patent agent coordination
✓ Office action response support
✓ Application status tracking in both jurisdictions
✓ Ongoing renewal & maintenance reminders
Why Register a Patent

The Advantages of Dual Protection

Filing in both the US and UK secures your invention across two major markets under one coordinated process.

Exclusive Rights

Stop others from making, using, selling, or importing your invention without permission.

Two-Market Coverage

Protect your invention in both the US and UK through one coordinated filing process.

Investor Confidence

A filed or granted patent signals real IP value to investors, partners, and acquirers.

Licensing Opportunities

License your patent to other businesses for royalties without giving up ownership.

Competitive Barrier

Make it legally harder for competitors to copy your product or process.

Non-Resident Friendly

Inventors and businesses outside the US and UK can file in both jurisdictions remotely.

The Process

How It Works

A structured path from idea to filed application in both jurisdictions.

01

Consultation & Search

We review your invention and run a prior-art search to assess patentability.

02

Drafting

We draft your specification, claims, and supporting documentation.

03

Dual Filing

We file with the USPTO and UK IPO and track both applications through examination.

04

Done & Delivered

Receive filing confirmations and ongoing support through office actions and grant.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need separate patents for the US and UK?
Yes. Patent rights are territorial, so protection in the US only covers the US and protection in the UK only covers the UK. We prepare and file corresponding applications in both jurisdictions as part of this service.
What can be patented?
Generally, new, useful, and non-obvious inventions, including products, processes, and certain improvements to existing technology. A prior-art search early on helps confirm whether your invention is likely to qualify.
Do I need to be a US or UK resident to file?
No. Inventors and businesses anywhere in the world can file patent applications in both the US and UK, typically working through a registered patent agent or attorney in each jurisdiction.
How long does patent registration take?
Timelines vary significantly by invention complexity and examiner workload, and can range from roughly one to several years in each jurisdiction. We keep you updated on status throughout examination.
What is an office action and how is it handled?
An office action is a formal response from the patent office raising questions or objections about your application. We help prepare and file the required response within the deadline to keep your application moving.
Does a patent need to be renewed?
Yes. Granted patents in both the US and UK require periodic maintenance or renewal fees to stay in force. We send reminders ahead of each deadline.

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