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Panitch Schwarze Belisario & Nadel and 52Launch
File your patent with Panitch Schwarze Belisario & Nadel - and bring it to life with 52Launch.
Panitch Schwarze IP Law protects great ideas. 52Launch brings them to market.
Together, we guide entrepreneurs from patent to profit.
Meet Your Expert Team
Steve Murray
Patent Attorney • Partner, Panitch Schwarze • Philadelphia, PASteve has been collaborating with innovators for twenty years and leverages his ongoing litigation and post-grant challenge experience to craft high quality and effective patents. Steve’s physics background gives him the versatility to handle a diverse range of technologies and to adapt the patent application process to fit the specific needs of your business.
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 Panitch Schwarze Belisario & Nadel
Steve is a partner at the intellectual property boutique law firm Panitch Schwarze Belisario & Nadel, where he has spent years protecting and defending inventors’ valuable ideas. Steve also stars as “Dr. I.P.” in his own YouTube series, humorously teaching people important concepts of intellectual property.
Panitch Schwarze has existed in one form or another in Philadelphia for over forty years, offering the full spectrum of IP services under one roof – patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets – from filing and acquiring to litigating and enforcing. Many of our attorneys trained at large law firms, so clients can expect big-firm knowledge and experience with the attentiveness only a small firm can provide. Panitch Schwarze provides the same detail-oriented service to clients of all sizes, from Fortune 500 companies to individual innovators, both domestically and internationally.
Connect with Panitch Schwarze Belisario & Nadel →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.