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patent attorney
David L. Cohen, P.C. & 52Launch
File your patent with David Cohen - and bring it to life with 52Launch.
David Cohen protects great ideas. 52Launch brings them to market.
Together, we guide entrepreneurs from patent to profit.
Meet Your Expert Team
David L. Cohen
Patent Attorney • President, David L. Cohen P.C. • NYC, NYDavid Cohen launched his law firm, and his consultancy, Kidon IP, in 2017. His goal is to bring sophisticated IP management services to his clients. A graduate of Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law, Attorney Cohen is experienced in handling and consulting on cases that cover a variety of IP and business matters especially patent portfolio development, monetization, and negotiation. David is a member of the State Bar of New York, the State Bar of New Jersey, the District of Columbia Bar, and is licensed to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
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 David L. Cohen, P.C.
In today’s challenging business climate, legal and intellectual property (IP) matters are a constant presence. Sophisticated companies like, Apple, Ericsson, Google, Qualcomm, Nokia, and Sony recognize this fact of life and have large in-house legal and IP teams that represent their respective businesses at the highest level. These teams, which often number in the hundreds, work hand-in-hand with the relevant business teams. They not only undertake the traditional task of ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and managing outside counsel, but also perform those functions themselves and act are integral partners in developing business strategies and even forecast market trends.
David L. Cohen, P.C. was born from the recognition that the same level of sophisticated legal and IP services can be offered to smaller companies on a consulting or outsourced basis. David L. Cohen, P.C. can provide all the strategic and the mundane services of a large and sophisticated intellectual property and legal department at an advantageous price. We can offer these services on a project based, hourly, or fixed percentage basis.
If your business does not have an in-house counsel, we can act as a part time or fully integrated member of your business and legal team. If you already have in-house counsel, we can supplement your legal team on an as-needed or project basis.
If your business would like to develop your in-house team or would like to create one from scratch, but are reluctant to take a chance on a single hire, we can act as your in-house team on an interim basis, assist with hiring a permanent team, and train the team we hire until they are ready to go full speed without us.
Our pricing model offers a range of flexible approaches to best meet business, transaction or project specific requirements in addition to hourly rates we offer the following options:
Fixed Pricing
We invest in project management to ensure the scope of work is clearly defined and articulated before price is agreed. The price may be fixed flat pricing; fixed range pricing; or fixed stage pricing.
Retainer Pricing
As part of our outsourced-inhouse IP counsel function we offer a retainer structure that can be limited to specific workflows, temporary or permanent depending on client needs. The retainers model allows for greater certainty and is calculated to equate to the average value of the legal work over a prolonged period, thereby smoothing out the peaks and troughs. Retainers models may include: a retainer for an Outsourced In-house Counsel – we charge a fixed price, payable monthly, to act as your outsourced in-house counsel; or a retainer for an insourced secondee lawyer – we charge a fixed price for one of our senior lawyers to work directly within your organization for a designated period of time.
Success Pricing
We may combine the fixed or retainer fee with an upside component payable only for a successful result to help you maximize the alignment of incentives.
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.
Products Patented and Developed
Eggmazing Egg Decorator
Transformed a rough 3D model into a patented spinning Easter egg decorator. Overcame complex geometry and electronics challenges to achieve mass production. Result: Over 55 million units sold, featured on CBS, Today Show, USA Today, and in Kardashian Easter celebrations.
KlockItGolf
Evolved a homemade prototype (dog leash stake + rope + golf ball) into a professional golf training device. Developed proprietary core technology ensuring the ball stays permanently attached during intense club impacts while maintaining authentic golf ball appearance.
lava lunch
Created for a mother whose children had severe food allergies, this insulated lunch bag with microwavable heat packs keeps food warm for 5 hours. Overcame complex manufacturing challenges by coordinating multiple suppliers for bags, heat packs, and assembly.