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Patent Drafting Tips
September 2, 2025

7 common mistakes inventors make when filing a patent (+ how to avoid them)

From inadequate prior art research to missing USPTO formatting requirements, here are 7 common patent mistakes inventors make (plus tips on avoiding them!)
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For In-House Teams
August 27, 2025

How much does it cost to patent a startup idea in 2025?

Wondering how much it costs to patent a startup idea in 2025? This detailed guide breaks down every stage (drafting, filing, prosecution, and more), with real cost scenarios for early-stage founders.
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Patent Drafting Tips
August 21, 2025

15 common questions about provisional patent applications, answered

What is a provisional patent application? How much do they cost? Learn when to file, what it covers, and how startups use them strategically.
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Patent Tools
August 17, 2025

How well can GPT-5 draft patents? Here’s our real-world experiment

How well does ChatGPT’s latest model work for AI patent drafting? We ran an experiment to see where it shines and where it struggles.
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For In-House Teams
August 13, 2025

How long does it take to get a patent in 2025?

How long does it take to get a patent in 2025? Here are average USPTO wait times, key factors that affect timelines, and tips on speeding up the process.
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For In-House Teams
August 9, 2025

5 best places to find an affordable patent lawyer in 2025

Looking for affordable patent help? These platforms offer startup-friendly options for drafting, filing, and reducing legal costs in 2025.
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Patent Tools
August 5, 2025

ChatGPT vs Claude vs Gemini: Which is the best AI patent drafting tool?

Which general-purpose AI patent drafting tool is best? Explore our comparison of ChatGPT vs Claude vs Gemini, including privacy, accuracy, and cost analysis.
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Patent Tools
August 2, 2025

AI patent drafting tool demos: 5 biggest red flags to watch out for

Evaluating AI patent drafting tools? Watch out for these 5 red flags, including AI black boxes, lack of security documentation, and misleading time-saving claims.
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In-House Teams
July 30, 2025

5 biggest mistakes CTOs make when deciding what IP to patent

What technologies should startups patent? Discover the top 5 mistakes CTOs make when filing patents and how to avoid wasted budget, weak claims, and missed timing.
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In-House Teams
July 25, 2025

Patent due diligence checklist: 6 things investors expect to see

Learn what investors look for during patent due diligence, from clean ownership records to strategic claim drafting and portfolio hygiene.
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Patent Tools
July 18, 2025

How to use AI tools for patent drafting as an inventor

Are you an inventor trying to protect your idea? AI tools for patent drafting can help you draft smarter and hand off with confidence. Here's how.
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Patent Tools
July 14, 2025

Free patent software: 17 tools worth trying in 2025

Explore 17 free patent software tools that help with drafting, prior art search, drawings, and more — perfect for solo inventors and lean teams.
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