Patent It Yourself

The ultimate property management guide for the do-it-yourself landlord!

Protect and profit from your invention

For over 35 years, Patent It Yourself has guided hundreds of thousands of inventors through the process of getting a patent, from start to finish. Patent attorneys David E. Blau and David Pressman provide the latest information, forms, and clear instructions to help you:



conduct a patent search the right way

evaluate your idea's commercial potential

file a provisional patent application to get "patent pending" status

prepare a patent application

focus on your patent application's claims

respond to patent examiners

get your drawings done right

protect your rights in foreign countries

deal with infringers, and

market and license your invention.



The 22nd edition covers the latest court decisions and patent filing rule changes, including USPTO guidance on using AI in patent applications.