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Patent themed scavenger hunt for the whole family

Patent Themed Scavenger Hunt the Whole Family Can Do At Home

Here is a patent themed scavenger hunt the whole family can do at home.[...]

Patented Combination Scarf and Vest - Yes you can patent clothing

Clients continue calling us for new patents and trademarks

COVID-19 has nothing on this law firm. We are open and running as usual. Need a video office visit? We were meeting clients by video conference long before Zoom became the new Skype. We accept credit cards and e-checks. No[...]

Can you guess the patent? An intellectual property scavenger hunt

Let’s face it, many, most or all of us are going to be landlocked for the next couple weeks. I am going to do my part by working remotely and spending more time in the great outdoors. I am not[...]

How to get the most value from your new patented product – Patent Marking!

Now that you have your patent in hand, protect your investment by marking the patent number on it. Patent marking notifies the world you own this patent. Mark your product, its packaging, or virtually mark it on a dedicated website.[...]

Intellectual Property Law powerpoint by Lesley Wallerstein

Lesley Wallerstein Teaches Chicago ProVisors Attorney Group about Intellectual Property Law

Today I got to wear my teacher hat and my lawyer hat at the same time. Thank you to the local ProVisors chapter for inviting me to speak. Thank you to my colleagues for welcoming me and engaging with me[...]

Six of one, half dozen of patents and trademarks

This week’s total: 6 patents and trademarks. 3 of the 4 patents go to Steve I., who designed these super fun, funky and functional motorcycle engine guards. They flash different colors in the dark, either to the beat of music[...]

MIT Diploma for Lesley Wallerstein (nee Redman) receiving a Bachelor of Science in Biology

Local high school students set to receive second utility patent – Reflections on the value of an MIT education

It’s been quiet on the website, but things are really popping at the office. I’ve got 4 patents coming in October 15: three design patents for illuminated motorcycle engine guards and a utility patent for twist-free cling wrap. This is[...]

A thick envelope kind of week

It was another thick envelope kind of week. Last week’s count: 1 patent, 2 trademarks. The patent issued just 6 months after filing. The examiner allowed the application immediately and without any amendment. Clients and I love when this happens.[...]

Thank-you letter from Lesley Wallerstein's patent clients

More patents and trademarks issue: Clients happy

It’s been quiet on the blog, but the last two months have been busy making clients happy. Two more patents issued: one for a new percussion musical instrument and the other for a clever sun shield for the face. Many[...]

Exterior of the United States Patent and Trademark Office building

Happy clients receive patents and trademarks. Happy lawyer visits the Mother (Ship) of Invention

The law firm has sure been busy. We have prepared and filed two new patent applications for a returning client. We applied for over a dozen new trademarks. Several happy clients received their patents and trademarks. We continue to fight[...]