Prior Art Search
At Rights and Counsel, we provide comprehensive prior art search services to help inventors, startups, research institutions, and corporations make informed decisions before filing a patent. A thorough search of existing technologies is crucial to assessing the novelty of an invention, minimizing risk, and optimizing patent strategy.
Our Commitment
We are committed to helping clients protect only what is truly innovative. Our goal is to provide accurate, insightful, and actionable search results that reduce unnecessary costs, avoid infringement risks, and increase the chances of successful patent registration. With every search, we aim to empower innovation with clarity and confidence.
Expert Services
Novelty Search (Patentability Search)
We identify existing patents, publications, and non-patent literature relevant to your invention to evaluate whether it meets the criteria of novelty and inventive step.
Freedom-to-Operate (FTO) Search
We examine active patents and pending applications to assess whether your product or process may infringe on existing rights—helping you avoid legal disputes and refine your R&D.
Invalidity & Opposition Search
We conduct detailed searches to find prior art that can challenge the validity of third-party patents, particularly useful in litigation or opposition proceedings.
State-of-the-Art Search
We provide a broad overview of the current technological landscape in a particular domain to guide research direction, product development, or investment decisions.
Ongoing Support
Patent Landscape Reports
We deliver detailed reports that highlight trends, gaps, and opportunities in a specific technology area—ideal for strategic IP planning and competitive analysis.
Search Strategy Development
Our team works with clients to develop customized search parameters based on technical features, classification codes, and relevant jurisdictions.
Patent Monitoring & Alerts
We offer continuous monitoring services to keep clients informed about new filings or publications related to their technology field or competitors.
Enforcement and Defense
Litigation & Risk Assessment Support
Our prior art search services support IP litigation, infringement defense, and dispute resolution by uncovering documents that challenge the strength of opposing patents.
Technical Evidence for Legal Actions
We assist in collecting relevant documents that may serve as evidence in invalidation proceedings or negotiations.
Due Diligence in IP Transactions
We support mergers, acquisitions, and licensing deals by verifying the originality and enforceability of the intellectual property involved.
At Rights and Counsel, our prior art search is more than just a check—it’s a strategic tool to de-risk innovation, strengthen patents, and drive smarter IP decisions.