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Re: Patent questions[ Follow Ups ] [ Post Followup ] [ Patent Forum ] [ FAQ ] Posted by M. Arthur Auslander on September 29, 2003 at 05:32:20: In Reply to: Patent questions posted by DB on September 27, 2003 at 00:07:35:
: I have a couple of questions regarding patents. My concept has a limited application - in-fact there is only one potential user that may be interested in what I have in mind. The application is specific to that company. My first question is: Are there alternatives to obtaining a patent that can protect an idea even on a short term basis? With only one potential buyer for the idea a full blown patent may be a costly mistake. Second: Once an idea has been protected are there patent attorneys and or patent organizations that will act as agent to bring the idea to the buyer? Third: Can anyone provide a reference to a patent attorney or organization who will not ask for $8000-$10,000 as their first words? I am not adverse to paying a fee but I am unsure my idea can be patented or even if it is viable. Any help or referrals will be greatly appreciated. Dear DB,
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