LQP Ask The Patent Attorney: Should You File A Provisional Or A Non-Provisional?

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Craige Thompson

Craige is an experienced engineer, accomplished patent attorney, and bestselling author.

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Summary: 10 Differences And 4 Similarities Between Provisional And Non-Provisional Patent Applications.

Should you file a provisional or a non-provisional? There is no one size fits all answer. The best choice depends on your unique business situation and strategy. Craige explains what makes these two filings similar and different from each other so you can make a more fully informed decision.

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