When shopping around for a patent attorneys or patent lawyers, it’s important to know what to look for or what to ask for. For example, I always tell prospective clients who call or come see me to go with a reputable patent lawyer or patent attorney in your area, such as a local Dallas patent attorney. The main reason being that you will be having a business relationship with your patent attorney and will be working with him or her over a period of time. Therefore, it will be ill-advised to shop around for patent attorneys simply by what they quote you over the phone. Would you shop for your doctor the same way? You really need to meet with him or her to really know if you can develop a business relationship. In addition, you should read prior independent review for the patent attorney, such as on Avvo.com or Martindale-Hubbard. For example, Avvo® is the nationally recognized and leading website for reviewing lawyers in any specialty or practice area. As a patent attorney in Dallas, I am very honest and straightforward with my clients on my credentials, experience, and also the prospects of moving forward with their potential invention. Call me today as I would love to hear your idea and help you along the way.