Meet Your Expert Team
Sean T. Bradley
Patent Attorney • Owner, BRADLEY IP, LLP • Kansas City and Jefferson City, MOMr. Bradley’s practice includes patent and trademark searches, preparation of patent applications, preparation of trademark and copyright applications for registration, prosecution of applications in the United States Patent and Trademark Office, client counseling, litigation, and other aspects of intellectual property law such as drafting license agreements and non-disclosure agreements.
Peter Drakulich
Founder • 52 LaunchProduct development expert leading a team that has taken dozens of products from idea to viral sensation, retail shelves, and six-figure launch days. Specializes in end-to-end product development from design and prototyping to manufacturing, branding, and go-to-market strategy.
More about Bradley IP, LLC
At BRADLEY IP, we provide personalized legal services responsive to client needs and budget. We are consistent, patient and professional, giving each new case the attention it deserves. Education is an integral part of our services and we work closely with our clients so that they can make well-informed decisions regarding their intellectual property. Our practice includes conducting and reporting patent and trademark searches, and preparing and prosecuting patent, trademark and copyright applications. Additional services include preparing non-disclosure agreements, assignments, and license agreements, early stage litigation and dispute resolution, and negotiating settlement agreements.
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5 Things to Know Before Working with a Patent Attorney and Bringing Your Product to Life
1. File Early - The First-to-File System is Critical
The US operates on a first-to-file system, meaning whoever files first gets priority rights. In competitive fields where multiple innovators might be solving the same problem, filing as early as possible becomes crucial for securing your invention rights.
2. Avoid Public Disclosure Traps
You have only 1 year from any public disclosure to file your patent application, or you lose your rights forever. Be extremely careful about presentations, publications, or detailed discussions without NDAs - even university presentations can invalidate your patent rights.
3. Provisional Applications Must Be Detailed
Many inventors underestimate provisional applications, but inadequate descriptions can lead to loss of priority rights. Be as detailed as possible - if you don't adequately describe your invention, you're not entitled to the filing date as your invention date.
4. Understand the 18 to 24 Month Timeline
Expect your first patent office response 18 to 24 months after filing. Rejections are normal: over 90% of applications receive initial rejections. Plan for multiple rounds of responses and amendments during prosecution.
5. Align Patent Strategy with Business Strategy
File patents on innovations that create competitive moats, not just any invention. Focus on high-leverage opportunities that add real value to your company: each patent should be a strategic asset that supports your core value proposition and fundraising goals.
Why Work with a Patent Attorney and 52 Launch?
Comprehensive patent protection guarantees ownership of your idea and seals your competitive advantage in the market.
Leverage the 52Launch team's expertise to transform your protected ideas into products that sell while you sleep.
Your idea needs to be both protected and commercialized. By working with a trusted patent attorney and 52Launch you'll unlock a team that can do both.
From early stage idea to product on shelves, we'll be there every step of the way to build a business around your product.