Patent Research

With the combined expertise of CPA and Lacasse Patents, we are uniquely positioned to provide the highest quality patent research products worldwide. We have conducted over 25,000 patent search projects and are now one of the largest searching entities in the world, with more than 90 patent searchers located across three continents. We are able to consistently deliver high quality patent searches, quickly and methodically.

At CPA Lacasse we ensure that all patent searches conform to specific guidelines and procedures. Our standard operating procedure includes the development of a thorough understanding of the client's desired search feature, establishment of pertinent classifications to be searched and definition of a search strategy using the best available databases of patent and/or non-patent literature (including an internal, proprietary database of known references). This is followed by an exhaustive search and development of a report of findings which undergoes final review and quality assurance before delivery to the client.

We can tailor the effort spent on each patent search to meet particular client requirements, and will check back where necessary to ensure we get the emphasis right. Our search reports cover the scope of the invention, the databases and sources utilised, search strategies and patent classifications. Pertinent references are highlighted and each report comes with a detailed analysis.

CPA's patent search services:

• Novelty/Patentability/Pre-examination Search
• State of the Art/Collection Search
• Freedom to Operate/Right to Use Search
• Validity/Invalidity Search
• Clearance/Infringement Search
• Accelerated Examination Search
• Design Search (US only)
• Opposition Search
• Patent Watch
• Chemical Search

We can also provide clients with other customised searches, on site assistance during peak periods, or specialist consulting services.