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Patents can be very complex. It is wise to seek the advice of a registered Patent Attorney. Many people have been caught out by their lack of knowledge and experience in this area, or by their failure to adequately develop their IP protection strategy.

Many patent applications filed without the help of a patent attorney are not successful or are abandoned by the applicant.

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