Advice From a Former USPTO Patent Examiner You Can't Miss!
Are you looking to improve your chances of getting a patent approved? In this interview, Stephen Key sits down with Ryan Schneer, a former USPTO patent examiner turned patent attorney, who shares insider tips on how to work effectively with patent examiners, avoid common mistakes, and get a stronger patent.
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00:00 - Introduction
00:47 - Meet Ryan Schneer, founder of Schneer IP Law
02:42 - Why Treating a Patent Examiner Well Improves Your Chances
03:46 - How Patent Examiners Have Subjective Influence Over Patents
05:02 - The Importance of a Patent Attorney’s Communication Skills
05:59 - Understanding the USPTO Examiner Point System
07:31 - How Examiners Are Incentivized to Approve or Reject Patents
08:37 - What the Examiner’s Point System Means for Inventors
09:36 - The Balance Between Patent Speed & Quality at USPTO
10:44 - Can You Research Your Examiner's Approval Rate?
11:14 - How Examiner Statistics Affect Your Patent Strategy
13:09 - “Moneyball” Approach: Using Data to Improve Patent Success
14:44 - Should You File Multiple Patents Instead of One?
16:58 - How to Choose the Right Patent Attorney for Better Results
18:39 - The Importance of Patent Filing Strategies
19:37 - Why Patent Delays Can Reduce Your 20-Year Patent Term
20:20 - Fast Track Patents: Why They’re Approved Faster & More Often
22:12 - How to Navigate Patent Examiner Psychology to Your Advantage
23:09 - The Right Mindset for Working With the USPTO
24:04 - Final Advice From a Former Patent Examiner
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