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    HELPING BUSINESSES LOOK BEFORE THEY LEAP.™

Expert Patent Research for Inventors, Startups, Patent Professionals

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Patent Research That Helps You Move Forward with Confidence

If you are developing a new idea, filing a patent, or wishing to sell your product without infringing patents, one overlooked detail can cost you time, money, and opportunity.

Pearson Strategy Group helps inventors, startups, companies, online sellers, and patent professionals uncover the insights they need before making critical decisions. Through expert patent research and prior art analysis, you gain clarity, reduce risk, and move forward with confidence.

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What Is Patent Research and Why Does It Matter?

Patent research, often called a prior art search, is the process of identifying existing inventions, publications, and patents that relate to your idea.

This step is essential because it helps you:

  • Determine if your idea is truly novel
  • Avoid costly patent rejections
  • Reduce the risk of patent infringement,
    known as Freedom to Operate
  • Strengthen your patent application
  • Make smarter business and legal decisions

Without proper research, you could invest months or years into something that already exists, or could cause you legal problems.

Trusted Patent Research for Inventors, Startups, and Attorneys

Pearson Strategy Group is a patent research firm based in Austin, Texas, specializing in:

  • Patentability searches
  • Prior art research
  • Freedom to operate analysis
  • Patent landscape and competitive intelligence

We support clients at every stage, from early idea validation to complex legal strategy.

Who We Help

Inventors

Bring your idea to life with confidence. We help you understand what already exists so you can move forward with clarity.

Startups

Make smarter decisions before investing in product development or filing patents. Reduce risk and protect your innovation.

Companies and Online Sellers

Determine the legal risks of selling your new product, before you start product development or manufacturing.

Patent Attorneys

Strengthen your cases with reliable, thorough research that supports prosecution, litigation, and client strategy.

Our Patent Research Services

Patentability Searches

Understand whether your invention is new and worth pursuing.

Prior Art Searches

Identify existing patents and publications that could impact your idea.

Freedom to Operate Analysis

Reduce the risk of infringement before bringing a product to market.

Patent Landscape Analysis

Gain insights into competitors, trends, and innovation opportunities.

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How Our Process Works

  1. Discovery
    We learn about your invention, goals, and challenges.
  2. Search Strategy Development
    We identify the best databases, keywords, and classifications.
  3. Comprehensive Research
    We analyze patents, publications, and technical data.
  4. Clear Reporting
    You receive structured insights you can act on immediately.
  5. Post Search Consulting
    We provide after the search consulting to discuss what the results mean to you. The first hour is included in our flat-rate quotes at no additional charge!
  6. Ongoing Updates
    Because new and impactful results can be published after your search is completed, we can provide occasional updates or keep you updated with our real-time patent alerts.

Why Clients Choose Pearson Strategy Group

When the stakes are high, you need more than a basic search.

Clients trust us because we provide:

  • Deep expertise in patent research methodologies
  • Thorough and defensible search strategies
  • Clear, easy-to-understand reporting
  • Fast turnaround times
  • A collaborative approach with inventors and legal teams
  • More accurate and complete results than AI searches
  • Post-Search Consulting

We are so confident in our results and process that we guarantee our work! No other research firm we know has ever made this claim.

Real Insight. Not Just Data.

Anyone can do a basic patent search. Very few can interpret what it actually means for your idea or your client.

We go beyond surface-level results to help you understand:

  • What matters and what does not
  • Where your idea stands in the market
  • Why your AI search results missed many critical references
  • What your next step should be

Frequently Asked Questions

What is prior art in patent research?

Prior art refers to any existing patents, publications, or public disclosures that relate to your invention and may affect its novelty.

Is it a good idea to do a patent search before filing a patent?

Yes. A patent search helps identify potential conflicts and improves your chances of getting a patent.

How long does patent research take?

Most projects are completed within a few days to a few weeks, depending on complexity and scope.

How Much Does Patent Research Cost?

Our pricing starts at $180, and our most common deliverable is $800.

Take the Next Step with Confidence

Before you invest more time or money into your idea, make sure you have the right information.

Partner with Pearson Strategy Group to get the clarity you need to move forward.

Contact us today to get started

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Meet Our Founder

Do you have a potentially patentable idea? Ready to explore market opportunities? Maybe you are looking for an economical approach to R&D?

Steve Pearson walks you through the PSG process.

Accelerating innovation and product development with expert services that are scalable to your needs and budget – from a single project to long-term engagement.

 

What Our Clients Say

Steve has provided me and my clients with very innovative and useful patent research data at a reasonable cost, saving us time and money during the product development cycle. He is easy to work with and always professional.

Kathy Wiggin, Owner of ProductToProfits

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