HOWELL, MI, March 24, 2025 /24-7PressRelease/ -- The Patent Baron, PLLC, a leading national intellectual property law firm, expresses concern over the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office's (USPTO) proposed Dynamic Operational Governance Efficiency (DOGE) program, which may significantly extend the already lengthy backlog of patent and trademark applications.

According to a recent article in Inc. magazine, companies seeking patents currently face an average wait time of nearly 30 months. The implementation of the DOGE program could further exacerbate these delays, impacting businesses and inventors awaiting intellectual property protection. Inc.

J. Baron Lesperance, Founder and CEO of The Patent Baron, PLLC, states, "While the DOGE program aims to enhance operational efficiency within the USPTO, there is a concern that it may inadvertently lead to longer wait times for patent and trademark applicants. Such delays could hinder innovation and the timely protection of intellectual property rights."

The Patent Baron, PLLC advises inventors and businesses to remain vigilant and proactive in their intellectual property strategies during this period of potential uncertainty.

About The Patent Baron, PLLC

The Patent Baron, PLLC is a premier intellectual property law firm based in Howell, Michigan, and Washington, DC, specializing in patent and trademark services. With a commitment to protecting innovation, the firm offers experienced guidance to inventors, entrepreneurs, and businesses nationwide.

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