I will explain the protection options of patents and designs, setting out the potential costs and advantages in plain English, to help you make the right business decisions moving forward. Patent protection:Maybe you have a great invention, but want a prior art search done to see if it is new and inventive before investing in a patent application. I can arrange that and give you an expert opinion on your chances of obtaining a granted patent.I will use my training and experience to write a patent application for you, bringing out the best in your invention and giving you the best chance to realize a profit on your hard work.I will stand by you throughout the process, negotiating the best protection for you, keeping track of your obligations to different Patent Offices, and continuing to advise you as your business needs change.Once you have a granted patent, I will ensure it remains in force, help you negotiate licensing deals, and help you enforce your patent against infringers, making your patent work for you. Patent defense: A dispute can be settled without resorting to costly and stressful litigation. I will explain the facts behind threatening letters, help you in negotiations, mount a defense or take to the offensive as required.If you do infringe, I will help negotiate a license or suggest ways of designing round the patent to keep your business going.