Patent Search
“Patent Searches are necessary for the research and development of an invention.”
A Patent Search is carried by using sources and technology to find any relevant Prior Art. Prior Art is any information or documentation relevant to an invention that has been disclosed to the public before a patent filing date. Patent Search is a broad term that includes different types of searches, such as Freedom to Operate Searches, Patentability Searches, Patent Validity Searches, and more. The searches help to identify the inventive step of the invention by comparing the invention to the Prior Art in Patentability Search, mitigate litigation risk, work out design around by identifying relevant patents in Freedom To Operate(FTO) search, and prepare contra arguments for potential litigation in a Validity Search.
Patent search services
- Patentability Search
- Freedom to Operate Search
- Patent Validity Search
- Prior art search
- Patent search for non-infringement analysis
- Patent search for patentability analysis
- Patent search for evaluation of the state of the art
- Patent search for validity analysis
- Patent search for competitor’s market evaluation
- Trademark search
- Provisional patent application drafting
- Competitive landscape evaluation
- File history retrieval
- IP Patent Portfolio Management
What does a Patent Search Include
To search or not to search? That is a very important question. A question with a very simple answer: YES. A Patent Search begins with determining whether your new patent is novel. For something to be novel, it can not have appeared in any Prior Art. From there a patent report is made which lists all of the patents that are related to the invention attempting to be patented in order of most to least relevant. After no relevant patents are found that the invention could be infringing upon, the next stage of patenting can begin.
Why Do a Patent Search
Patent Searches are necessary for the research and development of any invention. They are done for a number of beneficial reasons including:
- Ensuring time and money aren’t going intosomething already invented.
- Determining if the invention is patentablebefore going through the application process.
- Preventing the infringement of a patent thatalready exists.
- Finding technological gaps or trends thathaven’t been taken advantage of.
- Assess the novelty of an invention beforeattempting to patent it.
- Determining the validity of a patent beforebuying, selling or licensing it.
- Discover expired patents that can be usedwithout paying royalties.
- Assess the strength of a company’s patentportfolio.
What Information Should Be Included in a Patent Search?
When you are looking to perform a patent search, it is important to provide as much information and documentation about the new invention as possible. This includes giving a detailed description of how the invention works, drawings depicting the invention, and photos of the invention. You should also include information that explains the industry in which the invention is catering to as a way to give some context of its purpose. Finally, you should include a list of competitors that have similar inventions.
Why Work with LCG
When you work with Levin Consulting Group, you can count on us to use all of our sources and prior experience to perform the most thorough and exhaustive Patent Search possible. We understand that for research and development of inventions to flourish, well-executed Patent Searches must first take place. That is why we always take every precaution necessary so you can develop exciting new inventions without worrying about patent infringement.
We will conduct exhaustive prior art searches with all of our available sources to ensure that you can feel confident in the patentability of your invention. Beyond patent searches, you can come to us for Patent Portfolio Management, Medical Device Patents, Intellectual Property Rights Due Diligence (IPRDD), and IP Strategy Development services.
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We have had the pleasure of working with LCG for over 20years, a period defined by fruitful collaboration and shared success. Theirunwavering professionalism, meticulous attention to detail, and ability toprovide clear, precise guidance even in the most complex situations set themapart. Beyond their technical expertise, their responsiveness and willingnessto go above and beyond have been invaluable to us. It is for these reasonsthat, year after year, they consistently earn the highest possible rating inour supplier evaluation system. We are grateful for two decades of partnershipand look forward to many more.
We have worked with Levin Consulting Group for over 11 years, during which they have expertly managed our patent portfolio. They collaborate closely with our technical teams, deeply understanding both the technology and our business needs to sharpen patents with a strong legal extending to litigation perspective. Their immediate, hands-on interaction and high level of professionalism are well noted. Their service consistently competes with—and often surpasses—that of much larger firms.
I've worked shoulder to shoulder with Viki almost every day for the past 7 years. Viki has always been hard working, meticulous and highly motivated. This spirit is carried out through her drafting methods, prosecution persistence and continuous seeking for perfection. During these 7 years we've worked on countless FTOs, Patentability and due diligence projects and I've always got the feeling I have a colleague I can trust and rely on.
TAG Medical has been working with Levin Consulting Group (LCG) for the past 15 years. Levin Consulting Group has distinguisheditself by consistently connecting our IP strategy to real commercial outcomes. Through disciplined portfolio management, harmonized multi-jurisdiction prosecution, and clear, business-aligned guidance—including FTO analyses supporting key decisions—their advice has had a measurable impact on our competitive positioning and long-term growth.
I am really happy with my experience with Levin Consulting Group. I used them on a number of occasions for my business needs (to registera patent and a trademark) and referred multiple clients to them as well. During cooperation with LCG, I was always getting very professional and timely advice, and my questions were answered to my satisfaction. I would recommend LCG for anyone looking for a professional IP agent that cares about clients' satisfaction, provides detailed and accurate information and acts proactivelyto ensure that your interests are well protected.
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DALI Medical Devices has been working with Levin Consulting Group for many years, across both local and international patent filings. We have consistently benefited from their deep technical understanding, strategic thinking, and practical, business-oriented advice on patentability and freedom-to-operate (FTO). They are highly responsive, reliable, and a pleasure towork with — making them an ideal partner for both early-stage and establishedinnovation-driven companies. We value their work greatly and recommend them without hesitation.
Over the past few years, FIXAR has worked closely with Levin Consulting Group during a critical expansion phase to build and scale our IP portfolio from the ground up. Their practical, business-driven roadmap helped us proactively mitigate risk while strengthening long-term portfolio value, and their clear, actionable guidancedirectly supported both fundraising and product development as we grew.
I’ve had an excellent experience working with LCG and couldn’t be more satisfied with the results. Alex and Victoria are highly knowledgeable, responsive, and consistently clear in explaining complex IP issues in an understandable way. They handled my matters with great professionalism, attention to detail, and strategic insight. I received surprisingly broad IP for inventions that seemed like they could have gone either way. I would confidently recommend them to anyone looking for reliable, top-tier intellectual property representation.
Working with the Levin Consulting Group team has been a highly positive experience. Their responsiveness, attention to detail, and deep knowledge of international patent procedures have been instrumental in supporting our portfolio around the world. We particularly appreciate their proactive communication and diligent monitoring of key deadlines.
We have had the pleasure of working with LCG for over 20years, a period defined by fruitful collaboration and shared success. Theirunwavering professionalism, meticulous attention to detail, and ability toprovide clear, precise guidance even in the most complex situations set themapart. Beyond their technical expertise, their responsiveness and willingnessto go above and beyond have been invaluable to us. It is for these reasonsthat, year after year, they consistently earn the highest possible rating inour supplier evaluation system. We are grateful for two decades of partnershipand look forward to many more.
We have worked with Levin Consulting Group for over 11 years, during which they have expertly managed our patent portfolio. They collaborate closely with our technical teams, deeply understanding both the technology and our business needs to sharpen patents with a strong legal extending to litigation perspective. Their immediate, hands-on interaction and high level of professionalism are well noted. Their service consistently competes with—and often surpasses—that of much larger firms.
I've worked shoulder to shoulder with Viki almost every day for the past 7 years. Viki has always been hard working, meticulous and highly motivated. This spirit is carried out through her drafting methods, prosecution persistence and continuous seeking for perfection. During these 7 years we've worked on countless FTOs, Patentability and due diligence projects and I've always got the feeling I have a colleague I can trust and rely on.
TAG Medical has been working with Levin Consulting Group (LCG) for the past 15 years. Levin Consulting Group has distinguisheditself by consistently connecting our IP strategy to real commercial outcomes. Through disciplined portfolio management, harmonized multi-jurisdiction prosecution, and clear, business-aligned guidance—including FTO analyses supporting key decisions—their advice has had a measurable impact on our competitive positioning and long-term growth.
I am really happy with my experience with Levin Consulting Group. I used them on a number of occasions for my business needs (to registera patent and a trademark) and referred multiple clients to them as well. During cooperation with LCG, I was always getting very professional and timely advice, and my questions were answered to my satisfaction. I would recommend LCG for anyone looking for a professional IP agent that cares about clients' satisfaction, provides detailed and accurate information and acts proactivelyto ensure that your interests are well protected.
DALI Medical Devices has been working with Levin Consulting Group for many years, across both local and international patent filings. We have consistently benefited from their deep technical understanding, strategic thinking, and practical, business-oriented advice on patentability and freedom-to-operate (FTO). They are highly responsive, reliable, and a pleasure towork with — making them an ideal partner for both early-stage and establishedinnovation-driven companies. We value their work greatly and recommend them without hesitation.
Over the past few years, FIXAR has worked closely with Levin Consulting Group during a critical expansion phase to build and scale our IP portfolio from the ground up. Their practical, business-driven roadmap helped us proactively mitigate risk while strengthening long-term portfolio value, and their clear, actionable guidancedirectly supported both fundraising and product development as we grew.
I’ve had an excellent experience working with LCG and couldn’t be more satisfied with the results. Alex and Victoria are highly knowledgeable, responsive, and consistently clear in explaining complex IP issues in an understandable way. They handled my matters with great professionalism, attention to detail, and strategic insight. I received surprisingly broad IP for inventions that seemed like they could have gone either way. I would confidently recommend them to anyone looking for reliable, top-tier intellectual property representation.
Working with the Levin Consulting Group team has been a highly positive experience. Their responsiveness, attention to detail, and deep knowledge of international patent procedures have been instrumental in supporting our portfolio around the world. We particularly appreciate their proactive communication and diligent monitoring of key deadlines.
