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Innovative Legal Protection for Your Ideas 💡
The Inventor’s Friend Patent Law Firm is a specialized intellectual property practice located in Manchester, New Hampshire, dedicated to helping individual inventors, engineers, and small businesses protect their creations. Founded in 2021 by Attorney Nathaniel A. Wickliffe, the firm was built on the belief that high-quality legal protection should be accessible and affordable. Unlike traditional big-law firms that rely on billable hours, The Inventor’s Friend operates largely on a flat-fee basis, giving clients predictability and peace of mind. Attorney Wickliffe, who holds an MBA and advanced degrees in IP law from UNH Franklin Pierce School of Law, combines legal expertise with business acumen to help clients turn their ideas into marketable assets. 🚀
Patent Law Services 📜
As a dedicated Patent Attorneys practice, the firm guides clients through the complex landscape of the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). They understand that every invention is unique and requires a tailored strategy. Services include:
- Patentability Searches: Conducting thorough searches to ensure an invention is novel before filing, saving clients time and money.
- Utility Patents: Drafting and prosecuting non-provisional applications for new processes, machines, and compositions of matter.
- Design Patents: Protecting the unique ornamental appearance of products.
- Provisional Applications: Filing initial applications to secure an early filing date for inventors.
Trademark and Brand Protection ™️
Building a brand is just as important as building a product. As experienced Trademark Lawyers, the firm helps entrepreneurs secure their business identity. They assist with:
- Trademark Registration: filing federal trademarks to protect names, logos, and slogans.
- Office Action Responses: Defending applications against rejections from USPTO examining attorneys.
- Brand Strategy: Advising on the selection of strong, protectable marks to avoid future legal conflicts.
Copyrights and IP Strategy ©
The firm also serves as Copyright Lawyers, helping creators protect artistic and literary works. Whether you are a software developer, author, or artist, they ensure your original works are legally shielded from infringement. Additionally, they offer broader Business Formation Lawyers guidance, helping startups structure their companies to safeguard their intellectual property assets from the outset.
A Partner in Your Success 🤝
What sets The Inventor’s Friend apart is its client-centric approach. Attorney Wickliffe offers flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, to accommodate the busy schedules of innovators who often work on their projects outside of a 9-to-5 job. The firm prides itself on direct communication—no AI chatbots or gatekeepers—just direct access to an attorney who cares about your success. They offer a free consultation to review your invention and discuss the best path forward.
Specializing In
Patent Prosecution, Trademark Registration, Copyright Protection, IP Strategy, Startups, Utility Patents, Design Patents
Address & Location
Located in the northern commercial district of Manchester, New Hampshire, near Livingston Park.
Building Location
This is a single-story commercial building located at 497 Hooksett Road, situated near the scenic Livingston Park and next to Aroma Joe’s.
Suite Access
Enter through the main front entrance of The UPS Store at 497 Hooksett Road to access Suite 317.
Parking Details
Free on-site parking is available for clients in the spacious shared surface parking lot in front of the building.
Public Transit
Served by Manchester Transit Authority Route 42 (North Side Plaza / Livingston Park); nearest stop is at Livingston Park.
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