Patent Bar Mpep Q & A Podcast

Question: Can a division of a fee between practitioners who are not in the same firm may be made? Answer: A division of a fee between practitioners who are not in the same firm may be made only if: The division is in proportion to the services performed by each practitioner or each practitioner assumes joint responsibility for the representation; The client agrees to the arrangement, including the share each practitioner will receive, and the agreement is confirmed in writing; and The total fee is reasonable. Chapter Details: The answer to this question can be found in the PTO supplement… The post MPEP Q & A 84: Division of Fees Between Practitioners Not in the Same Firm appeared first on Patent Education Series.