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John Rizvi

John Rizvi

Board Certified Patent Attorney & Adjunct Professor of Patent Law
  • Patents, Trademarks, Intellectual Property
  • Florida, New York, U.S. Patent & Trademark Office
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My name is John Rizvi - The Patent Professor ®. For a FREE consultation about your new idea, call me at 1-866-526-8391.

Having been an Adjunct Professor of Patent Law for over 18 years at Nova Law School, I've developed a plain and easy-to-understand approach to patents that I've perfected during my career.

I offer competitive flat-fee services for patent work so you don't have to deal with the uncertainty of budgeting for legal work on an hourly-fee basis.

I am a Board Certified Specialist in patents and one of the first attorneys in the country to receive this recognition.

Prior to starting my practice, I received my training from the best patent attorneys in the world at the legendary New York City patent powerhouse of Fish & Neave. My former law firm patented the Wright Brothers airplane, Thomas Edison's lightbulb, and Alexander Graham Bell's telephone.

Former clients of mine have sold their patent rights for over $100 million dollars, prompting me to author the best-selling book, Think & Grow Rich for Inventors, endorsed by Kevin Harrington, one of the original sharks on Shark Tank responsible for the launch of over 500 products with gross world-wide sales of over 5 billion dollars.

I am AV-rated by Martindale Hubbel and have a 10/10 AVVO rating and am one of the first attorneys in the country to be Board Certified as a specialist in patent law.

Call for a FREE CONSULTATION today at (866)-526-8391.

Practice Areas
Patents
Patent Appeals, Patent Litigation, Patent Prosecution
Trademarks
Trademark Litigation, Trademark Registration
Intellectual Property
Additional Practice Area
  • Copyrights
Fees
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  • Rates, Retainers and Additional Information
    I offer competitive flat fixed-fees for patents, trademarks and copyrights. You always know up-front what your legal fees will be and never deal with the uncertainly of budgeting for legal fees on an hourly-fee basis.
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Florida
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New York
New York State Office of Court Administration
ID Number: 2903995
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U.S. Patent & Trademark Office
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Florida Supreme Court
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Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
  • Spanish: Spoken, Written
Professional Experience
Owner & Registered Patent Attorney
John Rizvi, P.A. - The Patent Professor
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Complete responsibility to develop and maintain patent prosecution practice including performing and coordinating patentability searches, validity/infringement opinions, and prosecution of mechanical, electromechanical, business method, e-commerce, and software related applications. Practice encompasses all facets of intellectual property practice including patent, trademark, copyright, and trade secret matters. Extensive experience in litigation, , prosecution, and transactional matters including negotiating and drafting license agreements, contract evaluation, and the preparation of intellectual property due diligence investigations and reports.
Adjunct Professor of Intellectual Property Law
Nova Southeastern University Shepard Broad College of Law
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Adjunct Professor of Intellectual Property Law. Responsibilities include developing and teaching courses and clinical training relating to all aspects of intellectual property practice including patents, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets, and licensing.
Registered Patent Attorney
Fish & Neave
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Patent prosecution responsibilities with emphasises on mechanical, electromechanical, business method, e-commerce, and software related applications. Extensive transactional and litigation experience including negotiating and drafting license agreements, contract evaluation, preparing intellectual property due diligence and audit reports, drafting and filing pleadings, briefs, motions, legal memoranda and all aspects of pretrial discovery including initial disclosures, interrogatories, requests for production, responses, document review and production, subpoenas, requests for admissions, preparing deposition outlines, and second-chairing depositions.
Registered Patent Agent
Malloy & Malloy
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Extensive patent prosecution experience including drafting and prosecution of numerous utility patent applications, patentability searches and opinions, responses to office actions, amendments, validity/infringement opinions, and all related legal research and memoranda. Trademark prosecution including searches and applications.
Structural Engineer
Wingerter Laboratories, Inc.
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Prepared engineering evaluations and design reports relating to subsurface structural conditions, settlement investigations, soil hearing capacity, drainage, water percolation statistics, and foundation recommendations. Also responsible for preparing structural design load calculations, drafting detail sheets, and preparing specifications for structural plans including evaluating hurricane, fire and collision damaged structures.
Education
University of Miami School of Law
J.D. (1997) | Law
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Honors: Inter-American Law Review Phi Delta Phi Legal Honor Society Dean's list Every Term 1997 Who's Who in American Law Schools
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Florida Institute of Technology
B.S. (1992) | Civil Engineering
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Honors: President, Chi Epsilon - Civil Engineering Honor Society Recipient of the Florida Full Tuition Scholarship 1989-1992 Dean's list, every term Who's Who in American Colleges and Universities
Activities: Tau Beta Pi - National Engineering Honor Society
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Awards
Next 1000
Forbes
America is rich in small businesses. To shine a light on these entrepreneurial heroes, Forbes created the Next 1000. This year-round initiative showcases the ambitious sole proprietors, self-funded shops and pre-revenue startups in every region of the country.
Best of the Bar
South Florida Business Journal
Selected for "Best of the Bar" Award by The South Florida Business Journal which recognizes South Florida attorneys for their dedication to excellence in the field of law based upon confidential surveys of practicing lawyers and members of the judiciary.
AV-Rating for Legal Ability & Ethical Standards
Martindale Hubbel Law Directory
Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Ratings, the gold standard in attorney ratings, recognize lawyers rated by their peers for their strong legal ability and high ethical standards. An elite group of just 8 percent of all attorneys hold an AV Preeminent Rating, a designation trusted worldwide by buyers and referrers of legal services.
Professional Associations
Florida State Bar  # 317240
Member
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New York State Bar  # 2903995
Member
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United States Patent & Trademark Office  # 41,271
Registered Patent Attorney
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Publications
Speaking Engagements
Intellectual Property: Patent, Trademark, and Copyright Law in IT and Tech, ITEXPO 2022, Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Think & Grow Rich for Inventors, Barnes & Noble Book Signing, Barnes & Noble, Fort Lauderdale
Barnes & Noble
Book signing by John Rizvi of his best-selling book for inventors entitled "Think & Grow Rich for Inventors".
TEDx Talk: Patent & Profit from Your Ideas, TEDx, Pembroke Pines, Florida
TEDx West Broward High
TEDx talk based upon the theme DREAMING BOLDLY and focusing on the importance of inventors patenting their ideas.
Patenting Pitfalls for the General Practitioner, Florida Bar Approved Continuing Legal Education Seminar, Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Florida Bar Approved Continuing Legal Education (CLE) Seminar
Florida bar approved continuing legal education (CLE) seminar for lawyers focusing on common pitfalls in patent practice.
Preservation of Legal Rights in Medical Innovations, Florida International Medical Exposition, Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Florida International Medical Exposition
Featured speaker on patenting medical devices, software, and procedures at the FIME Expo at the Broward County Convention Center.
Patenting Essentials for the Non-Specialist, Florida Bar Approved Continuing Legal Education Seminar, Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Florida Bar Approved Continuing Legal Education (CLE) Seminar
Florida bar approved continuing legal education (CLE) seminar for lawyers focusing on the essentials of patent practice for non-specialists.
International Trade Secret Protection in Central America & the Caribbean, Tradewinds International Business Conference, Miami, Florida
Tradewinds International Business Conference
Featured speaker for Continuing Legal Education Seminar entitled "International Trade Secret Protection in Central America & the Caribbean".
Mining Patents for Competitive Intelligence, Society of Competitive Intelligence Professionals, Miami, Florida
Society of Competitive Intelligence Professionals (SCIP)
Featured speaker for Continuing Legal Education Seminar entitled "Mining Patents for Competitive Intelligence".
Patent Protection for New Ideas, Inventor's Society of South Florida, Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Inventor's Society of South Florida
Florida bar approved continuing legal education (CLE) seminar for lawyers focusing on the essentials of patent practice for non-specialists.
Licensing Your Intellectual Property, Inventor's Society of South Florida, Boca Raton, florida
Inventor's Society of South Florida
Featured speaker on patent licensing at the Inventor's Society of South Florida
Certifications
Board Certified as a Specialist in Patent Attorney
Florida State Bar
Registered Patent Attorney
United States Patent & Trademark Office
Websites & Blogs
Website
Website
Blog
Florida Intellectual Property Law Blog
Blog
Medical and Dental Device Patenting Blog
Videos
Florida Patent attorney and Adjunct Professor of patent law John Rizvi explains how simple minor improvements to existing products can and have revolutionized entire industries and made the inventor wealthy as a result. Please visit ThePatentProfessor.com for help in protecting & profiting from your idea or invention. I service inventors in Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Coral Springs, West Palm Beach, Orlando, Naples, Tampa, South Florida and clients in 50 states across America, including Nevada, Texas and California. Florida patent attorney, John Rizvi, describes simple patented ideas that made millions!

Florida Patent attorney and Adjunct Professor of patent law John Rizvi explains how simple minor improvements to existing products can and have revolutionized entire industries and made the inventor wealthy as a result. Please visit ThePatentProfessor.com for help in protecting & profiting from your idea or invention. I service inventors in Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Coral Springs, West Palm Beach, Orlando, Naples, Tampa, South Florida and clients in 50 states across America, including Nevada, Texas and California.

Prof. John Rizvi, Esq., nationally known as The Patent Professor WTVR CBS Channel 6 Interview

Prof. John Rizvi, Esq., nationally known as The Patent Professor

The theme of my TED talk is for inventor When Launching Your Dreams Full Throttle is the Only Option | John Rizvi | TEDxWestBrowardHigh

The theme of my TED talk is for inventor

Please visit ThePatentProfessor.com for help in protecting & profiting from your idea or invention. I serve inventors in Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Coral Springs, West Palm Beach, Orlando, Naples, Tampa, South Florida, Las Vegas, New Yorks and clients in 50 states across America and worldwide Book Launch & Signing Event by Florida Patent Attorney John Rizvi

Please visit ThePatentProfessor.com for help in protecting & profiting from your idea or invention. I serve inventors in Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Coral Springs, West Palm Beach, Orlando, Naples, Tampa, South Florida, Las Vegas, New Yorks and clients in 50 states across America and worldwide

Securing a patent is a complex process, hence the need to hire a patent agent or trademark attorney in Miami, Florida. This is a mandate of the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) to ensure that when an individual or a company applies for or secures a patent, everything is in its proper place from the beginning.  Here Why Hire a Patent Attorney in Miami | Registered Patent Lawyers Miami 1-877-728-7763

Securing a patent is a complex process, hence the need to hire a patent agent or trademark attorney in Miami, Florida. This is a mandate of the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) to ensure that when an individual or a company applies for or secures a patent, everything is in its proper place from the beginning. Here

What shocking #invention are you working on today, my fiendishly clever friends? Comment below, please! I Love Gruesome Inventions! #HappyHalloween

What shocking #invention are you working on today, my fiendishly clever friends? Comment below, please!

Florida Patent attorney and Adjunct Professor of patent law John Rizvi explains how simple minor improvements to existing products can and have revolutionized entire industries and made the inventor wealthy... Florida patent attorney, John Rizvi, describes simple patented ideas that made millions!

Florida Patent attorney and Adjunct Professor of patent law John Rizvi explains how simple minor improvements to existing products can and have revolutionized entire industries and made the inventor wealthy...

Fort Lauderdale Patent Attorney John Rizvi's new book is geared towards inventors nationwide wanting to patent their ideas and launch new products. He showcases valuable lessons for inventors in this epilogue to his book Escaping the Gray. Escaping the Gray -Launching Your Idea Full Throttle by Patent Attorney John Rizvi

Fort Lauderdale Patent Attorney John Rizvi's new book is geared towards inventors nationwide wanting to patent their ideas and launch new products. He showcases valuable lessons for inventors in this epilogue to his book Escaping the Gray.

Beware of document preparation companies offering to file your #trademark. Let me tell you a sad but true story from my practice as a trademark lawyer to illustrate my point. I recently I took a phone call from the owner of an online kayak equipment retailer called Joe. I could hear the frustration and fear in his voice; anger too. His idea was in jeopardy...Watch the video above where I explain the risks associated with proceeding with a trademark application without the assistance of an attorney. Filing a Trademark Without an Attorney -The Story of Joe!

Beware of document preparation companies offering to file your #trademark. Let me tell you a sad but true story from my practice as a trademark lawyer to illustrate my point. I recently I took a phone call from the owner of an online kayak equipment retailer called Joe. I could hear the frustration and fear in his voice; anger too. His idea was in jeopardy...Watch the video above where I explain the risks associated with proceeding with a trademark application without the assistance of an attorney.

Florida patent and trademark attorney John Rizvi explains how to tell if your company or product name qualifies for a trademark. How to tell if your company or product name qualifies for a trademark

Florida patent and trademark attorney John Rizvi explains how to tell if your company or product name qualifies for a trademark.

Fort Lauderdale Intellectual Property & Trademark Attorney John Rizvi explains that the best way to protect a domain name is by filing for a trademark on it. Florida Trademark Attorneys Explains: The Only Way To Protect Your Domain Name is with a Trademark

Fort Lauderdale Intellectual Property & Trademark Attorney John Rizvi explains that the best way to protect a domain name is by filing for a trademark on it.

Fort Lauderdale Patent and Trademark Attorney John Rizvi explains the importance of putting others on notice of your trademark rights. Proper Notice of Trademark Rights

Fort Lauderdale Patent and Trademark Attorney John Rizvi explains the importance of putting others on notice of your trademark rights.

Kevin Harrington From Shark Tank Endorses South Florida Patent Attorney John Rizvi South Florida Patent Attorney John Rizvi Think And Grow Rich For Inventors Book Kevin Harrington

Kevin Harrington From Shark Tank Endorses South Florida Patent Attorney John Rizvi

How a Police Office and an inventor came up with a game-changing product in the security & law enforcement arena. Inventor Success Story: Giddel Casadesus ~ Concealed Carry Pouch

How a Police Office and an inventor came up with a game-changing product in the security & law enforcement arena.

Intellectual property attorney John Rizvi debunks the popular myth that incorporating the name of a business protects the company name. Incorporating Your Business Does Not Protect Your Company Name?

Intellectual property attorney John Rizvi debunks the popular myth that incorporating the name of a business protects the company name.

Intellectual property attorney John Rizvi explains the importance of properly using your trademark in commerce. Use Your Trademark Appropriately as a Trademark?

Intellectual property attorney John Rizvi explains the importance of properly using your trademark in commerce.

Intellectual property attorney John Rizvi explains a question about trademarks many have but are too embarrassed to ask: What is a trademark? What is a Trademark?

Intellectual property attorney John Rizvi explains a question about trademarks many have but are too embarrassed to ask: What is a trademark?

Today we will be speaking about invention prototypes and how they fit into the invention process. Do I need to make a prototype?

Today we will be speaking about invention prototypes and how they fit into the invention process.

Today I'd like to cover the risks of delaying the filing of a patent. History has shown many inventors losing ownership rights to their ideas by delaying their patent filings and I offer real-world examples to help you avoid the same mistakes. Dangers in Delaying a Patent Filing

Today I'd like to cover the risks of delaying the filing of a patent. History has shown many inventors losing ownership rights to their ideas by delaying their patent filings and I offer real-world examples to help you avoid the same mistakes.

Today I discuss how inventor confidentiality agreements work using a real life example. Confidentiality / Non-Disclosure Agreement: What You Need to Know

Today I discuss how inventor confidentiality agreements work using a real life example.

The inside story about how I started my Patent Attorney Law Firm. It was a speech delivered to the Broward County Bar Association not long ago. Speech by John Rizvi Before the Broward County Bar Association

The inside story about how I started my Patent Attorney Law Firm. It was a speech delivered to the Broward County Bar Association not long ago.

Professor John Rizvi addresses the age old question that every inventor has: Is my idea patentable? Is my Idea Patentable?

Professor John Rizvi addresses the age old question that every inventor has: Is my idea patentable?

Patent Attorney John Rizvi summarizes the infamous Alice v. CLS Bank software patenting case decided by the Supreme Court. Alice v. CLS Bank Software Patent Supreme Court Case Summary

Patent Attorney John Rizvi summarizes the infamous Alice v. CLS Bank software patenting case decided by the Supreme Court.

Board Certified Patent Attorney, John Rizvi, answers the age-old question: Why do I need a patent? Why do I need a patent?

Board Certified Patent Attorney, John Rizvi, answers the age-old question: Why do I need a patent?

Patent Professor John Rizvi explains the invention disclosure worksheet used by him to help determine whether or not an idea is patentable and if an inventor is far enough along in the development of their idea to get protection. Are you far enough along with your idea to get a patent?

Patent Professor John Rizvi explains the invention disclosure worksheet used by him to help determine whether or not an idea is patentable and if an inventor is far enough along in the development of their idea to get protection.

Patent Professor John Rizvi explains how software patents have to be handled with care and drafted differently than a patent on the typical mechanical "widget." How software patents are different

Patent Professor John Rizvi explains how software patents have to be handled with care and drafted differently than a patent on the typical mechanical "widget."

Patent Professor John Rizvi explains how inventors can patent their idea and make money in three general steps. How to make money with your patented idea in three steps

Patent Professor John Rizvi explains how inventors can patent their idea and make money in three general steps.

Professor John Rizvi, a Board Certified and Registered Patent Attorney addresses a common inventor question regarding whether it is saf to take an idea to an investor prior to filing for a patent. Should I take my idea to an investor before getting a patent?

Professor John Rizvi, a Board Certified and Registered Patent Attorney addresses a common inventor question regarding whether it is saf to take an idea to an investor prior to filing for a patent.

Professor John Rizvi, a Registered Patent Attorney Board Certified in Patent Law, explains why every single letter of a patent application can be critically important. Every Letter of a Patent Application Counts

Professor John Rizvi, a Registered Patent Attorney Board Certified in Patent Law, explains why every single letter of a patent application can be critically important.

In this video, patent attorney John Rizvi explains the difference between the protection afforded in a utility patent verses that provided by a design patent. What is the difference between a utility patent and a design patent?

In this video, patent attorney John Rizvi explains the difference between the protection afforded in a utility patent verses that provided by a design patent.

A short video from John Rizvi, patent attorney, explaining the difference between a provisional patent application and a non-provisional patent application. What is the difference between a provisional and a non provisional patent application?

A short video from John Rizvi, patent attorney, explaining the difference between a provisional patent application and a non-provisional patent application.

Patenting an invention is like an egg and spoon race. If you go too fast, you drop the egg and get disqualified. Go to slow and somebody else gets to the finish line first and wins. Getting the patent filed FIRST and CORRECTLY requires a delicate balance of speed and precision. Patenting is like an egg and spoon race

Patenting an invention is like an egg and spoon race. If you go too fast, you drop the egg and get disqualified. Go to slow and somebody else gets to the finish line first and wins. Getting the patent filed FIRST and CORRECTLY requires a delicate balance of speed and precision.

Patent Attorney John Rizvi explains why a local patent attorney may not be the best choice to protect the rights to your innovation. Why going for your local patent attorney may not be the best choice?

Patent Attorney John Rizvi explains why a local patent attorney may not be the best choice to protect the rights to your innovation.

There are certain risks of filing a provisional patent application that a lot of inventors are not aware of and that low cost document preparation companies pushing these types of patents will not tell you. The Risks of an Improperly Filed Provisional Patent Application

There are certain risks of filing a provisional patent application that a lot of inventors are not aware of and that low cost document preparation companies pushing these types of patents will not tell you.

Patent Attorney John Rizvi answers an important question: Is a patent search required? Is A Patent Search Required?

Patent Attorney John Rizvi answers an important question: Is a patent search required?

Is it safe to conduct a patent search online using public search engines? Is it safe to search for an invention using public search engines?

Is it safe to conduct a patent search online using public search engines?

Patent Attorney John Rizvi explains what happens after a patent is filed. What happens after you file a patent?

Patent Attorney John Rizvi explains what happens after a patent is filed.

In this video, patent attorney John Rizvi explains that there is no requirement that an inventor make a prototype in order to get a patent. Do I need a working prototype in order to get a patent?

In this video, patent attorney John Rizvi explains that there is no requirement that an inventor make a prototype in order to get a patent.

In this video, Patent Attorney John Rizvi discusses the importance of keeping your new idea confidential until you are able to apply for a patent on it. Importance of Keeping your new idea confidential until you file for a patent

In this video, Patent Attorney John Rizvi discusses the importance of keeping your new idea confidential until you are able to apply for a patent on it.

Patent Attorney John Rizvi talks about the risks of an inventor conducting their own patent search. Can I do the Patent search myself?

Patent Attorney John Rizvi talks about the risks of an inventor conducting their own patent search.

Whoever files a patent first wins. Patenting first is what the game is all about. In this video, patent attorney John Rizvi discusses the famous controversy regarding the invention and patenting of the telephone. Alexander Graham Bell v Elisha Gray Patenting First Controversy

Whoever files a patent first wins. Patenting first is what the game is all about. In this video, patent attorney John Rizvi discusses the famous controversy regarding the invention and patenting of the telephone.

Patent Attorney John Rizvi tells the story of how he became The Patent Professor. The Patent Professor

Patent Attorney John Rizvi tells the story of how he became The Patent Professor.

Patent Attorney John Rizvi discusses intellectual property law as a guest lecturer for Nova MBA students. John Rizvi - Guest Lecture on Intellectual Property - Nova MBA Students

Patent Attorney John Rizvi discusses intellectual property law as a guest lecturer for Nova MBA students.

Florida Patent Attorney John Rizvi speaks at the Florida International Medical Exposition on patenting medical and dental innovations. Florida Patent Attorney John Rizvi Speaking on Medical Device Patents

Florida Patent Attorney John Rizvi speaks at the Florida International Medical Exposition on patenting medical and dental innovations.

In this interview, John Rizvi and Frank Hernandez interview Ariel Martinez about how he got the good idea for his invention, and what his experience was like getting a patent to protect his unique new idea from getting stolen or copied. He Invented a Better Machine for Grass Block Pavers, and The Patent Professor

In this interview, John Rizvi and Frank Hernandez interview Ariel Martinez about how he got the good idea for his invention, and what his experience was like getting a patent to protect his unique new idea from getting stolen or copied.

In this video, patent attorney John Rizvi of The Patent Professor Inventor Millions: College Drop-Out Gets Patent on Idea, Sells Invention for $100 Million

In this video, patent attorney John Rizvi of The Patent Professor

If you think you need to have a medical background to invent a medical device, think again. Shawn Sisco never thought of herself as an inventor. However, after her husband Shawn Sisco

If you think you need to have a medical background to invent a medical device, think again. Shawn Sisco never thought of herself as an inventor. However, after her husband

Inventor Donal Inman, creator of the Inman Liner, an orthodontic device that straightens the anterior (front) teeth in 6-16 weeks without the need for braces, talks about his experience getting a patent on his orthodontic appliance with patent attorney John Rizvi of The Patent Professor The Patent Professor

Inventor Donal Inman, creator of the Inman Liner, an orthodontic device that straightens the anterior (front) teeth in 6-16 weeks without the need for braces, talks about his experience getting a patent on his orthodontic appliance with patent attorney John Rizvi of The Patent Professor

Inventor Gerardo Feterman is working with patent attorney John Rizvi of The Patent Professor The Patent Professor

Inventor Gerardo Feterman is working with patent attorney John Rizvi of The Patent Professor

In this video, Louis talks about how he found John Rizvi, why he chose to hire The Patent Professor The Patent Professor

In this video, Louis talks about how he found John Rizvi, why he chose to hire The Patent Professor

Anthony Justen is a talented high school inventor, and one of my clients, who filed for a patent that would improve the modern, shopping experience. He invented an intelligent shopping cart at just 17 years old. Unhappy with the long wait lines of major retailers, Justen saw the need for a smart shopping system that allows consumers to scan all their items as they are walking through the store. With his patent-pending, three second process, consumers save time while in stores. You

Anthony Justen is a talented high school inventor, and one of my clients, who filed for a patent that would improve the modern, shopping experience. He invented an intelligent shopping cart at just 17 years old. Unhappy with the long wait lines of major retailers, Justen saw the need for a smart shopping system that allows consumers to scan all their items as they are walking through the store. With his patent-pending, three second process, consumers save time while in stores.

Legal Answers
2 Questions Answered
Q. Suppose I apply for a patent. While I am waiting, can I request that the title (name) of my patent be changed?
A: Yes, if you have filed for a patent and want to change the title, you have two options depending upon what type of patent you have applied for. If it is a PROVISIONAL PATENT APPLICATION, you can submit the proper title when you convert to a NON-PROVISIONAL PATENT.

If, on the other hand, the patent you filed with the erroneous title is a NON-PROVISIONAL PATENT APPLICATION, you can file a “preliminary amendment” and have the title changed.
Q. Patents are granted to CYTOVIA how long is the patent in effect
A: A U.S. utility patent is good for 20 years after filing.

On the other hand, a U.S. Design patent is valid for 14 years after issuance.
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Portland, OR 97204
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Tucson, Arizona - Office
1 South Church Avenue
Suite 1200 - #098
Tucson, AZ 85701
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Sunday: 10 AM - 5 PM
John Rizvi, P.A.
Boston Office
10 Post Office Square 8th Floor South
PMB #816
Boston, MA 02109
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Henderson, NV Office
2831 St. Rose Parkway
Suite 200
Henderson, NV 89052
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Sunday: 10 AM - 5 PM
John Rizvi, P.A.
San Antonio Office
1100 Northwest Loop 410
Suite 700 - #4107
San Antonio, TX 78213
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Clearwater Office
13575 58th Street North
Suite 200
Clearwater, FL 33760
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Saturday: 10 AM - 5 PM (Today)
Sunday: 10 AM - 5 PM
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Nashville Office
501 Union Street
Suite 400
Nashville, TN 37219
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Las Vegas Office
1810 E Sahara Ave
Las Vegas, NV 89104
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John Rizvi, P.A.
Atlanta Office
1201 W Peachtree St NW
Atlanta, GA 30309
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Sunday: 10 AM - 5 PM
John Rizvi, P.A.
Jacksonville Office
10151 Deerwood Park Blvd
#250
Jacksonville, FL 32256
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John Rizvi, P.A.
Wellington Office
9314 Forest Hill Boulevard
Wellington, FL 33411
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John Rizvi, P.A.
Orlando Office
1800 Pembrook Drive
#300
Orlando, FL 32810
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