Introduction
Our paralegal services are available on an as-needed basis for all of our docketing clients. In this article we will cover the most common paralegal requests we receive. Keep in mind, these services exclusively cover US and PCT activities. The cost is on a "per unit" basis and will be referenced in your contract. If you have any unique bulk projects, please send a detailed request to the inbox below and we will provide a cost estimate.
General Paralegal Info
- Please send any paralegal requests to paralegal@blackhillsip.com
- Please send requests with a 2 business day notice to avoid rush fees
- Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-4pm CST
Commonly used patent services
Application Preparation and Filing
- US and PCT applications only
Formality Preparation and Filing/Recording
- Power of Attorney
- Declaration
- Assignment (please note: we do not obtain signatures from inventors or applicants on these documents. We fully prepare the document and send it back to you.)
Prosecution
- Preparation of shell responses
- Response filing
- Fee payments
Information Disclosure Statements (preparing and filing)
- We will need either a list of references that need to be cited, or instructions on where to obtain the references (such as previously cited in a priority application or from an International Search Report)
- If there are Non-Patent Literature documents or Foreign References we can attempt to obtain a copy. However, if there is no free download available we will need you to provide them.
Commonly used trademark services
Application Preparation and Filing
- US applications only
- TEAS Plus OR Standard
- All mark types, as long as the supporting information is provided (example: if it is sound, we will need to be provided with the appropriate sound file)
Prosecution
- Office Action Responses
- Statement of Use/Extension
- Section 8/15 Declaration/Affidavit
- Section 9 Renewal
