This patent how-to describes how to become a Stellar Patent^® client

1. Initial Consulation

Generally, Stellar Patent^® follows the below intake process for new clients. When needed, Stellar Patent^® may deviate from this process.

You will have an initial consultation with Stellar Patent^® to:

• Determine if we are a good match to work together.
• Understand your goals and needs.
• Establish a budget range for your needs.
• Develop a timeline.

2. Confilict of Interest Check

When you need Stellar Patent^® to represent you on a patent matter, Stellar Patent^® will do a conflict of interest check to determine if Stellar Patent^® has a conflict of interest with another client matter. If Stellar Patent^® has a conflict of interest, Stellar Patent^® will not be able to represent you with the specific matter. An example of a conflict of interest could be where your invention is similar to an invention Stellar Patent^® has previously drafted a patent application for. In this example, this previous representation of another client could exclude Stellar Patent^® from representing you in this matter.

When you do not need representation, such as patent training, a conflict of interest check is not needed.

3. Engagement Letter

After we determine to work together, we will sign a letter of engagement defining our relationship. If you want Stellar Patent^® to represent you on a patent matter (e.g., patent preparation or prosecution ), you will fund the legal fees in an escrow account. Stellar Patent^® does not represent you until this process is complete.

4. Welcome as Stellar Patent^® client.

Stellar Patent^® will begin working on your needs based on the timeline we discussed during the initial consultation.

An overview of the services Stellar Patent^® provides may be found at patent services.