Patent Prosecution Attorney

Getting from filing to an issued patent means working with a USPTO examiner through office actions, interviews and amendments. We guide that process to get you the strongest claims the examiner will allow.

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What’s Included

Office action responses — Legal and technical arguments, plus claim amendments that keep your coverage as broad as possible.
Examiner interviews — Direct conversations with the examiner to resolve issues faster than written responses alone.
Appeals and continuations — Options when an examiner will not budge, including appeals to the PTAB and continuation applications.
Track One prioritized examination — Faster examination for an added USPTO fee when timing matters.
Deadline docketing — Every USPTO deadline tracked so nothing is missed.

How It Works

Examination beginsThe USPTO reviews your application, typically 1–3 years after filing.
Office actionThe examiner raises rejections or objections.
Response and interviewWe respond with arguments and amendments, often after talking with the examiner directly.
AllowanceOnce the claims are allowed, we pay the issue fee and your patent is granted.

Why Work With Thompson Patent Law

Craige Thompson is known among colleagues as the “Examiner Whisperer” for his ability to move applications to allowance without giving away the claim scope that makes a patent valuable. His engineering background lets him argue the technology, not just the law.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is patent prosecution?

Patent prosecution is the back-and-forth process with the USPTO after an application is filed, including responding to office actions, interviewing the examiner and amending claims until the patent is allowed or the application is abandoned.

What is an office action?

An office action is a letter from the patent examiner explaining why some or all of your claims are rejected or objected to. Most applications receive at least one; it is a normal part of the process, not a final decision.

How long do I have to respond to an office action?

Usually three months, extendable up to six months with extension fees. Missing the final deadline can result in abandonment.

What is Track One?

Track One is the USPTO’s prioritized examination program. For an added fee, it aims to reach a final decision within about 12 months of being granted prioritized status.

Can you take over prosecution of an application another firm filed?

Yes. We can review the file history, take over as attorney of record and continue prosecution.