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Provisional Patent Application Packages
Obtain ‘Patent Pending’ Status Quickly & Affordably
Document your invention
Your invention gets reviewed by a MPP Patent Agent
Draft the provisional patent with all USPTO forms
Client Review
File the provisional patent application at the USPTO
Stretch Your Budget
$150.00 off
Discount on non-provisional packages if you file a Simple Stuff or High-Tech Package. (Must be redeemed within 6 months from your provisional filing date.)
5% off
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10% off
All services for Students!
The DIY Package
Starting at
$199.00
+ USPTO Fees
You write it, we file it (Guidance documents are provided to lead you to drafting a strong patent).
Online Filing at the USPTO Gets You Patent Pending Status for 12 Months
Uses Your Description and Figures to Assemble the Application
Prepared USPTO forms
Phone Consultation with Patent Practitioner
50 Page Limit
USPTO fees are paid by the client: Provisional Application Filing Fee Only
The Simple Stuff Package
Starting at
$1,200.00
+ USPTO Fees
Good For: Mechanical Inventions
Online Filing at the USPTO Gets You Patent Pending Status for 12 Months
Professionally Drafted Provisional Patent Application
Uses Your Description and Figures
Phone Consultation with Patent Practitioner
20 Page Maximum, $40 per extra page
USPTO fees are paid by the client: Provisional Application Filing Fee Only
One simple claim 1 revision to the draft ($299 per each additional revision), and 2 revisions to the USPTO forms
The High-Tech Package
Starting at
$1,550.00
+ USPTO Fees
Good For: AI, Medical Devices, Biotech, Pharma, Blockchain etc.
Online Filing at the USPTO Gets You Patent Pending Status for 12 Months
Professionally Drafted Provisional Patent Application
Uses Your Description and Figures
Phone Consultation with Patent Practitioner
30 Page Maximum, $40 per extra page
USPTO fees are paid by the client: Provisional Application Filing Fee Only
One simple claim 3 revisions to the draft ($299 per each additional revision), and 1 revisions to the USPTO forms
Avoid Additional Fees
Menlo Park Patents offers the most competitive pricing in the industry. Occasionally, we will charge for extra work to prepare an application if it goes beyond our 25 page maximum or requires additional figures. Follow our recommendations to avoid extra fees.
Menlo Park Patents Additional Fees
Patent Figure Artwork: $65 / Drawing
Additional Pages (exceeding 25): $40 / Page
All Non-standard Additional Work: $125 / Hour
Recommendations
Do your own artwork: It keeps fees down and provisional applications do not require formal drawings.
Try to stay within the 25 page limit.
Everything You Need to Know
About a Provisional Patent Application
Lock in a priority date for your invention.
The U.S. is a first inventor to file system. Time is of the essence.
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Expires after 12 months and is non-renewable.
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Quicker and less expensive to file.
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You get patent pending status for 12 months.
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You must file a foreign, U.S. non-provisional or PCT patent application to keep the provisional priority date before the 12-month deadline.
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Our Step-By-Step Process
Document The Invention
Begin your provisional patent application journey by documenting your invention by utilizing our proprietary invention disclosure. Provide a thorough description of the invention, including any drawings necessary to understand its mechanics and use. This detailed documentation is vital for establishing a clear understanding of your innovation, setting the groundwork for a quality provisional patent application.
Draft The Application
We draft your non-provisional patent application with precision and attention to detail, ensuring it meets all the criteria of the USPTO. This drafting process is comprehensive, involving careful articulation of your invention's unique aspects and addressing all technical details of your invention.
Collaboration and Finalization
We believe in a collaborative approach. You'll work closely with our team to ensure every aspect of your application is accurate and includes the details of your invention. This includes fine-tuning and adjusting the invention to be equipped for prosecution. Your active involvement in this step is crucial for preparing a strong foundation for a future utility patent application.
File With The USPTO
The final step is filing your meticulously prepared provisional patent application at the USPTO. This significant move secures moves you to 'patent pending' status, a crucial milestone in the journey towards securing a utility patent. Our team is with you from beginning to end of the patent process.
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