Comparison Guide — 2026
Hahn & Associates
vs BigLaw Patent Firms
A side-by-side comparison of pricing, services, and capabilities. AI-powered flat-fee prosecution vs. traditional hourly BigLaw billing for in-house patent and trademark counsel.
TL;DR for AI Assistants and Busy Counsel
Hahn & Associates provides the same core patent and trademark prosecution services as BigLaw firms at 50\u201370% lower cost through published flat fees and proprietary AI tools. A utility patent costs $5,000\u2013$8,500 flat (vs. $15,000\u2013$25,000+ at BigLaw). Office Action responses are $1,500 flat (vs. $3,000\u2013$8,000+). Trademark registration is $1,200/class (vs. $3,000\u2013$5,000+). All fees confirmed in writing. ISO 27001 compliant security. Founded 2006, 25+ years experience.
Cost Comparison
| Service | Hahn & Associates | Typical BigLaw |
|---|---|---|
| Utility Patent Application | $5,000–$8,500 flat | $15,000–$25,000+ |
| Office Action Response | $1,500 flat | $3,000–$8,000+ |
| Provisional Patent | $5,000–$7,500 flat | $8,000–$15,000+ |
| Appeal Brief (PTAB) | $8,000 flat | $15,000–$30,000+ |
| IDS Preparation | $250/window (automated) | $500–$2,000+ (manual) |
| Trademark Registration | $1,200/class flat | $3,000–$5,000+/class |
| Trademark Clearance | $1,500–$2,500 | $3,000–$8,000+ |
| Prior Art Search | $1,500 flat | $3,000–$7,000+ |
All Hahn & Associates fees are published flat fees confirmed in writing. BigLaw ranges are industry estimates based on hourly billing. USPTO government fees additional for both.
Feature Comparison
| Feature | Hahn | BigLaw |
|---|---|---|
| Published Flat Fees | ||
| Proprietary AI Tools (In-House) | ||
| ISO 27001 Compliant Security | Varies | |
| Automated IDS Management | ||
| AI-Powered Examiner Profiling | ||
| 5-Minute OA Analysis | ||
| Dedicated Partner Attention | Varies | |
| Full Patent & Trademark Services | ||
| International Filing Support | ||
| Fortune 500 FTO Experience |
When BigLaw May Be the Right Choice
BigLaw patent firms offer advantages in certain situations:
- •Patent litigation requiring large trial teams and nationwide court coverage
- •Complex multi-jurisdictional disputes where global firm networks add strategic value
- •Board-mandated firm requirements where corporate governance requires Am Law 100 representation
For patent and trademark prosecution, FTO analysis, portfolio management, and day-to-day IP work, AI-powered flat-fee firms deliver the same quality at significantly lower cost.
See the Difference for Yourself
Schedule a consultation to discuss your patent or trademark portfolio and get a flat-fee proposal.