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The company, Thoughts to Paper, enjoys a strong reputation for its professionalism, expertise, and commitment to customer satisfaction in the patent application process. Customers frequently commend the team's thorough communication, attention to detail, and supportive approach, which fosters confidence and clarity throughout the often complex patent journey. However, some reviews highlight concerns regarding communication lapses and service delays, particularly when issues arise post-application. Overall, while the company is praised for its quality and reliability, enhancing responsiveness during challenging situations could further strengthen its customer service reputation.
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I'm very happy working with Thoughts to paper and Jay Chiao, our representative. He is so fast in responding emails and highly professional.
Well done. I will use these guys again. This was the second time i used them. Attentive. Thorough. Considerate and patient. I enjoyed working with TTP.
So happy with this firm. Professionalism is an understatement. Not much more I can say. I am impressed. Keep up the great work!
Rich@ Belair
From the beginning it's been a pleasure working with Thoughts To Papper! The representatives are very clear when they talk I love the way they handle me as a client I would use them in the future. I would highly recommend to a friend or family
1 INTERNATIONAL UTILITY AND 1 PROVISIONAL - BOTH WITH EXCELLENT RESULTS - THIS IS A PATENT COMPANY YOU CAN TRUST (UNLIKE MANY)
The groupat thought to paper communication to client is great. Jay is particularly a great problem solver.if a client has trouble, he stept in to resolve it and find workable solution. The thought to paper group are optimistic and determined to work hard until the job is done.
I will recommend thought to paper highly to others. Alex C.
The TtP guys were universally polite, patient and professional - and very responsive. So far, a great experience.
ThoughtsToPaper re-filed my Patent Pending several years in a row without batting an eye. Last year, they said to be able to re-file you have to make significant changes to your product. If that's true, why did they re-file the first couple of years without mentioning this? They DID charge me to re-file but I never heard a word back about whether it was accepted or denied.
They dropped the ball several times and they also tried to get me to renew several months early "by mistake".
I'd like to say thoughts to paper was a excellent decision on my end they are patient, easy going and prompt. Thank you so much for helping my dreams come true.
My questions were many and their answers were quick in coming. The process was painless and inexpensive by comparison to most others. Can't say enough. I'm not leaving their side!
I am pleased with Jay Chiao who helped me with the whole process I had a lot of questions and he was very professional and responded to all my concerns. I also want to thank Will the engineer who was there to help me as well he did a great job. I highly recommend this company at first I was scared to work with them but then they answer all my doubts.
I was nervous and wasn't completely prepared. Sam took the time to ask the necessary questions. Mine was a complex idea that was hard to explain.
After a second review, he was able to capture my invention and write a wonderful patent. Thank you to all involved!
Don't just talk about it, do it, these people can make it happen!
Great people, great services. You ask a question you got prompt answer. Great communication. Definitely will come back again for more business with this good company.
Thank you for the good professional work you provide, excellent.
Always perfect willing to go the extra mile, I call them they are nice. Kind and willing to listen
Such a talented team
Efficient, Effective, Reliable, Professional team that fully understands the technical and legal requirements of the Patenting process.
Thank you Everyone for providing excellent customer service! You have exceeded all my expectations. Great Job! And if you're reading this review trying to decide if this is the "real deal". Look no further, this team has earned future business with me as well!
Quality work, a good understanding of the scope of our invention, fast responses, and a friendly staff; for the price, this was a completely unexpected experience.
Everyone we have worked with at TTP has been very helpful, prompt, and professional. We would recommend them to anyone, especially other small business owners just getting started with their ideas!
I have used their service many times... and they have always performed and came through with the greatest of expectations! I would not hesitate to use their services and I will use them again, and again. They are the best I have found, and I do not search anymore... Thoughts to Paper are my team!
Answer: We can accept credit card or checks, whichever method is easiest for you. Giving us a call to chat is a good way to start off. Before we get underway with work, we'll have an extensive review done and if for any reason, we cannot assist, we'll refund you in full. If can assist, we'll proceed work! We're here live Monday-Friday 10AM-7PM Eastern Time
Answer: You should apply for a patent application first. This secures your place in line with the US Patent Office so you can tell the company you pitch to that your product is "patent pending". This way, if that company steals your idea and files a patent of their own, they will be second in line after you, since you applied for the patent application first. A provisional patent application only lasts for 12 months though, and it must be converted to a non-provisional patent app before the 12 month expires, to keep the protection. However, this route of the provisional patent app, at least gives you 12 months to test the waters before you need to decide to commit to a full more expensive non-provisional app. Give us a call during normal business hours and we'll be happy to answer any further questions or get you started.
Answer: Roberto, yes, you could file a provisional application first and get 12 months to figure more details out. However, keep in mind that the provisional application can only protect what you include in the application, the information you have already figured out. For example, if you only have a basic idea and the details are unknown, you could file the provisional application for just the idea without the details yet. However, those details would not be protected in the application because they are not disclosed in the application. Put more simply, you can only protect what you know and put into the provisional application. What this means is, lets say you file the provisional application then 2 months later you figure out some critical details of your invention. You must be careful about disclosing those details you figured out 2 months after filing the provisional application. Because those details were not included in the provisional application, they are not protected yet. We would add those details when you convert the provisional application into a non-provisional application and only then, would those details be protected. We offer a professional level service for the provisional patent application which allows you to chat with one of our engineers. We can help you figure out a bit more detail than you may have so that you file a provisional application with as much detail as we can figure out at this time. This ensures that your provisional application covers as much as we can. Any additional details you figure out later, well put it into the non-provisional patent application when you decide to file that application, prior to the expiration of your provisional application. Hope that helps! Give us a ring during normal business hours and well be happy to help!
Answer: Ken, that's a tough question without looking at your invention and understanding your situation further. Please give us a call during business hours at 240-523-4321 and we'll be happy to chat and see if we can assist.
Answer: Ken, please give us a call during business hours at 240-523-4321 and we'll be happy to chat and see if we can assist.
Answer: Patenting is our specialty, we are a patent firm with patent attorneys and agents. You would look for an invention manufacturer separately, or we can refer some that we know. However, we don't do manufacturing ourselves since we're a law firm.
Answer: Francisco, we don't assist with building a prototype, please seek other resources. We are a patent firm and can assist with filing a patent application to try and obtain a patent for your invention.
Answer: Francisco, we don't assist with building a prototype, please seek other resources. We are a patent firm and can assist with filing a patent application to try and obtain a patent for your invention.
Answer: Please check out our website to see, the price varies by the type of invention and the type of patent you need, whether a utility patent, design patent, or provisional patent application. Feel free to call us during business hours and we'll get you in the right direction. https://www.thoughtstopaper.com
Answer: If you are looking to file a patent application to potentially patent the invention, give us a call during business hours and we'll see if we can assist! 800-919-2493.
Patent applications, patent searches, business plans, and other consulting services for individual and small business inventors and startups.


Daniel, if we were all about the money, we would simply not mention if there was something needed to be done to re-file. If based on our review, re-filing is not appropriate, we would let you know or give you some options. If we did charge you and the application was not filed, rest assured we will simply refund you immediately. We are here live by phone and chat Monday-Friday, you can easily call any time to check on your application. Give us a call and we can look into your specific case and resolve any concerns promptly. If your questions are not answered, please escalate it and we will find the right person to get the answer for you.