How do international clients typically work with Mattis IP?

The process normally begins with a review of the relevant documents and deadlines. Depending on the matter, these may include a foreign priority application, PCT publication, international search report, written opinion, existing claims, drawings, prior USPTO correspondence, and instructions from foreign counsel. After the scope of work is defined, Mattis IP provides an engagement agreement […]

Does a foreign applicant need a registered U.S. patent practitioner?

Under USPTO rules effective July 20, 2026, a patent applicant or patent owner whose domicile is outside the United States or its territories generally must be represented before the USPTO by a registered patent practitioner. A registered practitioner may be a U.S. Patent Attorney or a U.S. Patent Agent in good standing before the USPTO. […]

Can Mattis IP coordinate with my local patent attorney or in-house intellectual property team?

Yes. Mattis IP can coordinate with local patent counsel, in-house patent professionals, engineering teams, and business decision-makers. This coordination can help maintain consistency among related applications while accounting for differences between U.S. patent practice and the requirements of other jurisdictions. For example, the U.S. application may require revisions to claim format, terminology, support for amendments, […]

Can Mattis IP work with foreign patent firms and foreign patent attorneys?

Yes. Mattis IP serves as U.S. patent counsel for foreign patent firms and practitioners that need a registered U.S. Patent Agent to handle matters before the USPTO. The engagement may involve filing a U.S. counterpart application, adapting a foreign or PCT application to U.S. practice, preparing claim amendments, responding to Office Actions, conducting examiner interviews, […]

Can Mattis IP work directly with inventors and companies outside the United States?

Yes. Mattis IP works directly with foreign inventors, startups, established companies, research organizations, and engineering teams seeking U.S. patent protection. Meetings, document review, and day-to-day communications can generally be handled through email, video conferencing, and secure electronic collaboration. Mattis IP can assist with preparing and filing a new U.S. application, entering the U.S. national stage […]