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Patenting for Inventors Ep. 158: The Pre-Patent Power Play: Can I License My Invention While It’s Still Patent Pending?
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🎙 Hosted by Adam Diament, Registered Patent Attorney | Partner, Nolan Heimann LLP
You’ve filed your patent application—but it hasn’t been granted yet. A company wants to license your invention now. Can you do it?
Yes—and in this episode, Adam Diament walks you through how. Learn the real value of a pre-patent license, what a company is actually paying for, and how to protect yourself with smart contract terms.
🧠 What you’ll learn:
- Why companies license inventions before a patent is granted
- What inventors are really offering in early-stage deals
- How to prevent being ripped off while patent-pending
- Sample clauses to include in your license agreement
- Key risks and protections to consider in pre-patent deals
💡 Whether you’re a first-time inventor or a startup negotiating a license, this episode will help you turn a pending patent into real opportunity—without giving away the farm.
Need expert help crafting a licensing strategy or reviewing your IP contract? Call Adam at 424-281-0162 or visit nolanheimann.com/podcast
🔐 Knowledge is leverage—use it wisely.
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