Patent + Defensibility Counsel™

Strategic IP Protection for Companies That Innovate

Patent + Defensibility Counsel™ is a subscription service designed for companies that are actively developing new technology. Rather than treating patents as one-off legal filings, this program provides ongoing intellectual property strategy and execution so that innovation is consistently protected as the company grows.

For many technology companies, intellectual property is one of their most valuable assets. But building a defensible portfolio requires more than filing occasional patents. It requires a thoughtful strategy that aligns patent protection with product development, competitive positioning, and long-term business goals.

Patent + Defensibility Counsel™ provides that strategic guidance while making the cost of filings predictable through a structured subscription model.

What Patent + Defensibility Counsel™ Includes

01 - Ongoing Patent Strategy

We work with your team to identify innovations worth protecting and develop a filing strategy that supports the company’s long-term defensibility.

This includes guidance on:

• identifying patentable inventions
• prioritizing filings based on strategic value
• aligning patent strategy with product roadmaps
• building a defensible technology moat

The goal is not simply to accumulate patents, but to create intellectual property that strengthens the company’s competitive position.

02 - Patent and Trademark Filings

The program includes preparation and filing of patent and trademark applications as needed to protect the company’s technology and brand.

By spreading the cost of filings across a subscription structure, companies can pursue meaningful IP protection without unpredictable legal bills.

Services may include:

• provisional and non-provisional patent filings
• trademark applications
• responses and filings related to portfolio development
• ongoing guidance as new innovations emerge

This approach allows companies to build their intellectual property portfolio in parallel with product development.

03 - Defensibility and IP Risk Review

Strong intellectual property portfolios are not just about filings — they are about defensibility.

Patent + Defensibility Counsel™ helps companies identify and address risks that could weaken IP ownership or enforceability.

This includes guidance on:

• invention disclosure processes
• documentation of innovation
• ownership and assignment of IP
• protecting trade secret
• coordination with contractors and collaborators

Addressing these issues early ensures that the company’s intellectual property remains clean and defensible as it grows.

Why Patent + Defensibility Counsel™ Matters

Investors, acquirers, and enterprise partners often evaluate the strength of a company’s intellectual property as part of their diligence process.

A well-structured patent strategy can:

• protect core technology
• create barriers to competition
• strengthen the company’s valuation
• support licensing and commercialization opportunities

Patent + Defensibility Counsel™ helps innovative companies build intellectual property portfolios that support both technology development and long-term business value.

Subscription Pricing Model

Patent + Defensibility Counsel™ provides ongoing IP strategy and patent filings through a predictable subscription structure. Each tier reflects the level of support a company needs as it builds its innovation pipeline.

Patent drafting costs are spread across a 12-month subscription so companies can build their IP portfolios without unpredictable legal expenses.

Tier 1 — Builder Tier

High-Touch IP Strategy + Filing Support

Designed for companies early in their innovation lifecycle that benefit from significant guidance around invention capture, portfolio strategy, and IP infrastructure.

This tier includes substantial strategic support alongside patent filings.

Typical companies

• early-stage startups
• first-time founders
• deep tech or university spinouts
• companies without internal IP processes

Services include

• invention capture and patentability discussions
• drafting and filing of patent applications
• trademark filings and brand protection guidance
• IP ownership and contractor agreement guidance
• portfolio strategy discussions
• assistance identifying patentable innovations

Monthly Subscription:

Monthly fee based on technology complexity and expected number of US and International patent filings per year. Monthly fee does not include filing fees.

Technology Complexity Monthly Fee Total Annual

Simple technology $600 – $700 $7,200 – $8,400
Moderate complexity $700 – $850 $8,400 – $10,200
Complex technology (AI / biotech / hardware) $850 – $1,000 $10,200 – $12,000

This tier includes substantial advisory support and trademark filings in addition to the patent application.

Tier 2 — Growth Tier

Patent Strategy + Filing

Designed for companies that already have an internal innovation process but still benefit from strategic patent guidance.

Typical companies

• growing startups
• companies with product and engineering teams
• companies filing multiple patents per year

Services include

• patent drafting and filing
• portfolio strategy discussions
• invention disclosure review
• coordination with product teams
• limited trademark support

Monthly Subscription

Monthly fee based on technology complexity and expected number of US and International patent filings per year. Monthly fee does not include filing fees.

Technology Complexity Monthly Fee Total Annual

Simple technology $450 – $550 $5,400 – $6,600
Moderate complexity $550 – $650 $6,600 – $7,800
Complex technology $650 – $800 $7,800 – $9,600

Companies in this tier typically have repeat filings and a growing patent portfolio.

Tier 3 — Portfolio Tier

Efficient Filing for Mature Innovation Teams

Designed for companies that already have an established invention pipeline and mainly need reliable patent drafting and filing.

Typical companies

• companies with experienced technical founders
• engineering-driven organizations
• companies filing multiple patents per year

Services include

• patent drafting and filing
• limited strategic review
• portfolio tracking
• streamlined invention intake

Monthly Subscription

Monthly fee based on technology complexity and expected number of US and International patent filings per year. Monthly fee does not include filing fees.

Technology Complexity Monthly Fee Total Annual

Simple technology $350 – $450 $4,200 – $5,400
Moderate complexity $450 – $550 $5,400 – $6,600
Complex technology $550 – $650 $6,600 – $7,800

This tier focuses on efficient execution for companies that already understand their IP strategy.

Complexity Definitions

Simple Technology

• mechanical inventions
• straightforward software systems
• most consumer products

Moderate Complexity

• SaaS platforms
• data systems
• integrated hardware/software

High Complexity

• AI systems
• biotech or life sciences
• advanced materials
• complex hardware systems

Patent Prosecution & Portfolio Management

• Office Action Responses — $1,000 – $3,000
Preparation and filing of responses to USPTO rejections and examiner objections during patent prosecution.

• Non-Provisional Conversions — $3,000 – $4,000
Conversion of provisional patent applications into full non-provisional applications.

• Continuation Applications — $3,000 – $5,000
Continuation filings used to pursue additional claim scope or strengthen protection around a core technology.

• International Patent Prosecution Coordination — $500 – $2,000
Strategic coordination of foreign filings and communication with international patent counsel.
(Local counsel fees not included.)

Strategic Intellectual Property Services

• International Filing Strategy
Strategic guidance on global patent protection including PCT strategy, jurisdiction
selection, and portfolio expansion planning.

• IP Diligence for Investors or Acquirers
Preparation and review of intellectual property materials to support venture
financing, investor diligence, and acquisition transactions.

Advanced Portfolio Strategy Services

• Patent Portfolio Audit — $4,000 – $10,000
Comprehensive review of an existing patent portfolio to evaluate coverage,
defensibility, claim scope, and competitive positioning. This analysis often identifies
opportunities for continuations, additional filings, or portfolio consolidation.

• Freedom-to-Operate (FTO) Analysis — $8,000 – $25,000
Assessment of existing patents in a technology space to evaluate whether a product
or technology can be commercialized without infringing third-party patents. FTO
analyses are often conducted before product launch, fundraising, or major market
expansion.

Why These Services Matter

Strong intellectual property portfolios require more than filing patents. They require ongoing strategy, portfolio management, and diligence readiness.

These additional services help companies:

• strengthen the defensibility of their technology
• prepare for investor and acquisition diligence
• expand patent protection internationally
• reduce commercialization and infringement risk

Together with Patent + Defensibility Counsel™, these services provide a complete framework for building and managing a defensible intellectual property portfolio.