Kansas 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 Southwest Regional Outreach Office provides additional support and resources for customers in the Southwest region of the United States.
We suggest calling ahead of your visit for hours of operation, services, and fees.
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Patent Pro Bono Program
Kansas inventors are served by the Pro Bono Patent Program, 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
Kansas inventors and entrepreneurs can obtain free legal help for patent and trademark matters by contacting:
- Indiana University McKinney School of Law at iuindip@iupui.edu
- University of Notre Dame Law School at ipclinic@nd.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 is a list of organizations in Kansas. If you represent an inventor group or nonprofit and would like to have your organization listed here, please email southwest@uspto.gov.
Inventors Association of South Central Kansas
www.inventkansas.com
316-721-1866
Mid-America Inventors Association
913-371-7011
Inventor's Club of KC
inventorsclubofkc.org
Attorneys General
785-296-2215
120 S.W. 10th Ave. 2nd Fl.
Topeka, KS 66612-1597
www.ksag.org
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