Maryland residents have access to a host of unique resources and assistance in their state. Certain libraries are designated as Patent and Trademark Resource Centers (PTRC), which provide resources and trained staff to help customers use and understand USPTO information and filing systems. Additionally, our Northeast Regional Outreach Office and USPTO headquarters provide additional support and resources for customers in the Eastern region of the United States.
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Patent Pro Bono Program
Maryland inventors are served by the Federal Circuit Bar Association National Clearinghouse, part of the USPTO's nationwide pro bono program that matches inventors who qualify (based on income) with volunteer attorneys and patent professionals that will help you file your patent application.
Law school clinics
Maryland inventors and entrepreneurs can obtain free legal help for both patent and trademark matters by contacting:
- American University, Washington College of Law (patents and trademarks): ipclinic@wcl.american.edu
- Howard University School of Law (patents): howardpatentipclinic@gmail.com or (trademarks): clinics.husl@gmail.com
- University of Maryland School of Law (patent and trademarks): miplrc@law.umaryland.edu
In addition to the law school clinics listed above, there are 19 law school clinics that provide free patent and trademark services to all residents of the United States regardless of location.
Network with inventor and entrepreneur organizations in your state
Inventor clubs and organizations can be a great way to connect with local inventors and entrepreneurs and open more doors to resources and opportunities. Below are a list of organizations in Maryland. If you represent an inventor group or nonprofit and would like to have your organization listed here, please email northeast@uspto.gov.
Inventors Network of the Capital Area
Attorney General
410-576-6300
200 St. Paul Place
Baltimore MD 21202-2202
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Do you have suggestions for resources to include on this page? Please contact northeast@uspto.gov.