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How to Choose a US National Phase Firm: PCT to US National Stage Entry

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Can a boutique IP firm handle US patent filings for a large client? Some issues arise due to different limitations by foreign patent offices. For example, the USPTO imposes a 150 word limit on abstracts which may be lower than foreign patent office requirements. Is the US patent law firm familiar with PCT nuances?

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How is the US national stage different from other PCT country national phases?

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Furthermore, patent prosecution occurring after the initial filing will vary by each governmental patent office. Some IP offices may present a more challenging patent examination process than others. Do US national stage applications require a subsequent request for examination?