Backend IP Consultancy

Senior-Level Depth,
Backend Flexibility

We partner with law firms and corporate IP teams as invisible, practitioner-grade support — available for individual matters or ongoing collaboration.

The Model

What "Backend Consultancy" Means in Practice

CrossVision IP does not compete with the attorneys and firms we support. We operate entirely behind the scenes — providing technical expertise, drafting arguments, translating documents, and giving strategic input under your direction and your name.

Think of us as senior-level depth you can turn on when you need it, without the overhead of a full-time hire or the conflict risk of a competing firm.

  • Your client relationships remain entirely yours
  • Work product delivered under your direction and letterhead
  • Strict confidentiality on all matters
  • No conflict of interest — we don't represent adverse parties
  • Flexible engagement: per-project or retainer
Patent Law Firms
US and international law firms needing CN-US or CN-EU prosecution depth, translation capacity, or overflow support for complex Office Actions.
Corporate IP Departments
In-house IP teams at companies expanding into US and European markets from a China-based R&D foundation.
Patent Counsel & IP Directors
Patent Counsel and IP Directors who need a trusted senior practitioner for second opinions, complex file reviews, and strategic input.
What We Offer

Our Core Services

01

USPTO Office Action Response

Strategic analysis and drafting of responses to USPTO Office Actions across all rejection types. We write technically sound, legally precise arguments grounded in MPEP guidance and CAFC precedent.

  • §102 anticipation and §103 obviousness responses
  • §101 subject matter eligibility arguments
  • §112(a)/(b) written description and indefiniteness
  • Pre-Appeal Brief and appeal preparation support
  • After-Final Amendments and RCE strategy
USPTO · MPEP · CAFC
02

EPO Examination & Opposition

Responses to EPO examination reports and opposition proceedings. We apply the Problem-Solution Approach with precision and structure arguments for both the Examining Division and Boards of Appeal.

  • Art. 94(3) examination responses
  • Art. 54 novelty and Art. 56 inventive step arguments
  • Opposition filing and counter-statements
  • Oral proceedings preparation
  • Boards of Appeal appeal support
EPO · EPC · Problem-Solution
03

Legal-Grade Patent Translation

Chinese-to-English patent translation performed by practitioners who have prosecuted patents in both systems. We translate not just language but legal context — producing prosecution-ready text, not word-for-word conversion.

  • Full patent specification translation (CN→EN)
  • Claims translation with US practice alignment
  • PCT application translation for national phase entry
  • Priority document translation for US/EP filing
  • Technical document translation for prosecution
CN → EN · Legal-Grade
04

FTO & Invalidity Analysis

Systematic freedom-to-operate studies and invalidity analyses for product launch decisions and litigation support. We identify patent risk, map claim scope, and build prior art portfolios for defensive use.

  • Freedom-to-operate search and analysis
  • Claim mapping and risk-tiered assessment reports
  • Invalidity study with prior art portfolio
  • Patent landscape analysis
  • Infringement opinion support
FTO · Prior Art · Risk
05

Cross-Border IP Strategy

Portfolio strategy consulting for companies building patent protection across the US, European, and Chinese markets. We identify claim scope misalignments early and help structure filings for maximum cross-jurisdictional coverage.

  • PCT filing strategy and national phase planning
  • Claim scope alignment across USPTO/EPO/CNIPA
  • Portfolio gap analysis for Chinese tech companies
  • Filing timing and continuation strategy
CN · US · EU · PCT
06

Prosecution Review & Second Opinion

Independent review of pending prosecution files before response, with written analysis and strategic recommendations. Also available as a second-opinion service for complex rejections where a fresh set of practitioner eyes adds value.

  • Prosecution file review with written memo
  • Second-opinion analysis on examiner positions
  • Claim strategy recommendations pre-filing
  • Specification review for written description issues
Review · Strategy
How It Works

From First Contact to Delivery

1
Initial Inquiry
You reach out via the contact form with a brief description of the matter, technology area, jurisdiction, and timeline.
2
Scope Confirmation
We respond within 2 business days to confirm scope, deliverables, timeline, and fee — before any work begins.
3
Engagement & Delivery
Upon engagement, we work under your direction. Deliverables are provided in formats ready for your use or filing.
4
Review & Follow-Up
We remain available for follow-up questions, revisions, and ongoing collaboration as your matter develops.
Ready to Engage

Tell Us About Your Matter

Whether it's a single complex Office Action or an ongoing support arrangement — we respond within 2 business days with a clear scope and fee proposal.