A brand new startup can’t have everything. First they got to build the idea, develop a team… yadda, yadda, yadda. So, when can they start filing for patents and etch their name in their intellectual property forever? Because, god-forbid, someone else can or has already claim that idea first!

Jeff Schox, patent attorney and founder of Schox Patent Group, thoroughly explains the process of filing for patents. Jeff works with top startup accelerators such as YC and AngelPad. In the interview he reminds start-ups not to rush when thinking about patents. He also denies the common thinking that the purpose of patents is to sue the competitors. Why?

When is the best time to file patents? Why do we really need patents?

How much does it cost to file for a patent?

What areas are not really patentable nowadays?

How to talk about patent strategies with investors?

How to talk to investors about solutions that aren’t really patentable?

How to protect my own inventions while working at another company?

Listen to the interview to find out! You can also watch us talk at www.valleytalks.com.

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