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Lightning Freedom to Operate

Get initial answer to...

"What steps can I take to minimize patent infringement
risks?"

...in as little as 30 minutes!

The Lightning Freedom to Operate Search (LFTO) is a rapid, value-packed service designed to help clients assess potential patent infringement risks quickly and efficiently. The LFTO includes a quick search existing patents with live consultation to empower you to assess the level of risk that your product might infringe on existing patents. The LFTO equips entrepreneurs with the information they need to make confident choices to effectively reduce their risk of patent infringement.

The process includes:

  • Patent Analysis: A live and interactive review of relevant patents to identify not only potential risks but also possible operating ‘whitespace’.

  • Risk Assessment: A technical evaluation of the patent documents found so you can meaningfully assess the level of risk with proceeding with the new product or process.

  • Recommendations: Clear guidance including potential technical changes or alternative strategies that may help you reduce risk.


A Lightning Freedom to Operate is right for you if:

  • You are concerned about a competitor’s patent.

  • You received a patent notice or demand letter.

  • A patent owner threatens to kick your product off Amazon.

In your 90-minute consultation we will co-create an initial patent mine field map so you can assess the risk to your products.


Includes $500 credit towards future service on the same matter.

How can an FTO search protect my business from patent risks?

  • Ensures your product doesn’t infringe existing patents.

  • Identifies potential patent risks before launch.

  • Finds patents that may block your product.

  • Reduces risk of costly infringement cases.

  • Provides guidance on whether to license or redesign.

Our 30 Minute Satisfaction Guarantee:


If you are unsatisfied for any reason during the first 30-minutes of your consultation, then just let us know. If you verbally request to cancel before the call ends and within the first 30-minutes of your scheduled consultation, we will return your retainer. (Credit card processing fees charged by a third-party payment processor may reduce the actual refund that you receive.) This guarantee expires when the call ends, or after the first 30-minutes have passed, whichever comes first.

No Shenanigans.

No Questions.

No Problem.

12,100+

Patents Reviewed

1000+

Patents Issued

20+ Years

As Patent Attorney

10+ Years

As Electrical Engineer

Craige Thompson is the author of the #1 Amazon Best Seller “Patent Offense, 7 Steps to a Safe, Secure Patent Portfolio.”  He holds a degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering from The University of Wisconsin. He practiced as an electrical engineer, designing products 10 years prior to law school.

He won acclaim for his ability to find weaknesses in opponents’ patents and became known as “The Patent Killer.” Craige was also able to account for those weaknesses when writing a patent, and due to being able to write a patent that quickly advanced through the USPTO, soon also became known as the Patent “Examiner Whisperer.”

Stellar Client Success & Satisfaction Rate

What's the secret, you might ask? We actually care about your results. And we have the experience to back it up.

The team at Thompson Patent Law is the BEST. They took the time to understand my "far out" idea when other's didn't. They asked good questions and coached me until we unlocked the novel idea that I had. 

Mike Wozniak

They are genuinely interested in what’s best for me. They’re highly knowledgeable and skilled in their field, but they’ve also added real value with technical suggestions to improve the patent and invention.

Michael Duckwitz

In my many years as a telecom engineer in the corporate world, I've worked with quite a few so-so patent attorneys. Craige Thompson and his team are in a different league altogether.

James May

They demonstrated unparalleled knowledge and experience in all areas. Their organized approach streamlined the process and they were incredibly responsive to any questions I had or clarifications I required.

Sam Brophy

Craige and his team are competent, organized, and responsive, and are always willing to talk you through the options at every stage to find what is the best choice for you. They have a real knack for working with you...

David Bontrager

Craige and his team did a fantastic job with my provisional patent application. He asked all the right questions to help me flesh out my idea, and helped me to expand it into areas I never would’ve considered.

Richard Connell, Ph.D

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