The Maine Patent Program has moved!

We are now located on the 5th floor of the University of Maine School of Law
located at:
246 Deering Avenue
Portland, ME 04102

207.228.8430
207.228.8431 (fax)
patent@usm.maine.edu



Frequently Asked Questions

 

bullet Will you keep my idea confidential?
 

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bullet I only have an idea, not a working prototype.  Can I still request a prior art search?
 

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bullet Do you issue patents?
 

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bullet What is the survey that we are asked to fill out?
 

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bullet How long will it take for you to finish my request?
 

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bullet Do you have any information about invention submission companies?
 

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bullet What is the Center for Law and Innovation?
 

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bullet Do you accept credit cards?
 

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bullet Do I need to submit a working prototype of my invention with the application?
 

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