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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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Can you license your invention before your patent is granted? The answer isn’t just yes or no—it’s strategic.
In this episode of Patenting for Inventors, patent attorney Adam Diament breaks down what inventors and companies really need to consider when exploring licensing during the patent-pending stage. You’ll learn:
- What companies are actually paying for when the patent hasn’t issued
- How early licensing can benefit inventors with funding, validation, and speed to market
- Why smart companies avoid “ripping off” pending inventions
- Key clauses to include in a pre-patent licensing agreement
- How to manage risk on both sides of the deal
Whether you're an independent inventor or negotiating with a potential licensee, this episode gives you the tools—and language—you need to navigate this tricky but powerful window of opportunity.
🎧 Listen now and learn how to turn pending into profit.
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