Pricing Summary for Patent Services

At Verus IP, we provide expert-level patent services tailored to the biotech and AI industries. Our pricing reflects the complexity and value of protecting your intellectual property in these cutting-edge fields. Below is an overview of our core services and starting rates. Contact us for a customized quote based on your specific needs.

Core Patent Services

Patent Drafting and Filing

  • Basic Utility Patent: Starting at $10,000
    Ideal for straightforward biotech or AI innovations. Includes comprehensive drafting and initial filing with the USPTO or equivalent.

  • Complex Utility Patent: Starting at $15,000–$20,000
    For intricate inventions, such as gene-editing technologies or AI-driven algorithms. Includes in-depth technical analysis and claim optimization.

  • Provisional Patent Application: Starting at $5,000
    A cost-effective option to secure an early filing date while refining your invention.

Patent Prosecution

  • Office Action Response: Starting at $2,500 per response
    Expert handling of USPTO or international patent office communications to advance your application.

  • Appeal Support: Starting at $7,500
    Strategic guidance for overcoming rejections, including appeal brief preparation.

Portfolio Management and Analysis

  • Patent Portfolio Audit: Starting at $5,000
    Comprehensive review of your existing patents to optimize protection and identify opportunities.

  • Competitive Landscape Analysis: Starting at $8,000
    AI-driven insights into competitor patents and market trends to strengthen your IP strategy.

Strategic IP Consulting

  • Licensing Strategy Development: Starting at $10,000
    Guidance on monetizing your patents through licensing agreements.

  • IP Due Diligence for Funding or M&A: Starting at $15,000
    Detailed IP assessments to support investment rounds or acquisitions.

Core Patent Consulting Services

Strategic IP Consulting

  • IP Strategy Development: Starting at $10,000
    Comprehensive guidance on building a robust patent portfolio aligned with your business goals, including biotech innovations (e.g., gene therapies) or AI technologies (e.g., machine learning algorithms).

  • Licensing Strategy Support: Starting at $8,000
    Expert advice on monetizing your patents through licensing agreements, including term sheet analysis and negotiation support.

  • IP Due Diligence for Funding or M&A: Starting at $12,000
    In-depth IP assessments to support investment rounds, acquisitions, or partnerships, ensuring your patents enhance valuation.

Patent Portfolio Management

  • Portfolio Audit and Optimization: Starting at $5,000
    Detailed review of your existing patents to identify gaps, redundancies, or opportunities for stronger protection in biotech or AI markets.

  • Portfolio Valuation Analysis: Starting at $10,000
    Assessment of your patent portfolio’s market value, ideal for fundraising or strategic planning.

Competitive and Market Analysis

  • Competitive Landscape Analysis: Starting at $7,500
    AI-driven insights into competitor patents and IP trends to position your biotech or AI innovations strategically.

  • Freedom-to-Operate (FTO) Analysis: Starting at $10,000
    Evaluation of potential patent infringement risks for your product or technology, ensuring a clear path to market.

Technology-Specific Consulting

  • Biotech IP Strategy: Starting at $8,000
    Tailored advice for protecting innovations like CRISPR, biologics, or personalized medicine, including patentability assessments.

  • AI Patent Strategy: Starting at $8,000
    Specialized guidance on patenting AI/ML algorithms, data-driven diagnostics, or software innovations, addressing USPTO and global requirements.

Additional Services

  • IP Training and Workshops: Starting at $4,000
    Customized training for your team on biotech/AI patent strategies, patentability, or IP management.

  • Patent Landscape Reports: Starting at $6,000
    Comprehensive reports on patent activity in specific biotech or AI subfields to inform R&D or investment decisions.

  • International IP Strategy: Quoted per jurisdiction, starting at $7,000
    Guidance on aligning your IP strategy with global markets (e.g., EPO, JPO, CNIPA).

  • International Patent Filings: Quoted per jurisdiction, starting at $7,500
    Coordination with global patent offices for PCT or direct filings.

  • Litigation Support: Hourly rates starting at $500/hour
    Expert assistance for patent disputes or enforcement.

  • AI-Enhanced Patent Search: Starting at $2,000
    Leveraging advanced AI tools for prior art searches to strengthen your application.

Billing and Customization

  • Hourly Rates: $300–$800/hour, depending on attorney expertise and task complexity.

  • Flat-Fee Options: Available for most drafting and filing services to provide cost certainty.

  • Custom Packages: Tailored solutions for startups, universities, or large enterprises with high-volume needs.

Why Choose Us?

  • Specialized Expertise: Deep knowledge in biotech and AI, including CRISPR, AI-driven drug discovery, and machine learning.

  • AI-Driven Efficiency: Proprietary tools streamline searches and drafting, saving you time and costs.

  • Client-Centric Approach: Transparent pricing and personalized strategies to maximize your IP value.

Get Started: Contact us at info@verusip.com or 833-210-5003 for a free consultation and customized quote. Let us help you protect your innovations in biotech and AI.

Note: Prices are subject to change based on project scope, technical complexity, and jurisdictional requirements. Government filing fees and third-party costs are additional.