Eugene C Lee

US Patent:

6662178, Dec 9, 2003

Filed:

Jun 8, 2001

Appl. No.:

09/875943

Inventors:

Eugene M. Lee - McLean VA

Assignee:

Knowledge Management Objects, LLC - Arlington VA

International Classification:

G06F 1730

US Classification:

707 3, 707 1, 7071041

Abstract:

An apparatus for and a method of searching and organizing intellectual property (IP) is provided. In an exemplary embodiment, a search and organization server is provided with one or more modules to create and process search queries to be run on local or remote database systems. An IP thesaurus module may be provided for developing a list of elements (e. g. , words, textual phrases, concepts, representations, numbers, identifications, pictures, graphics, features, etc. ) found in select intellectual property information (e. g. , groupings of patents). In accordance with an exemplary embodiment, the list of elements may be used as an aid in learning a new technology, as a search tool to refine search queries or criteria, as a drafting tool to assist in the preparation of technical or legal documents (e. g. , proposals, licenses, patent applications, etc. ), or any other practical use.

US Patent:

6694331, Feb 17, 2004

Filed:

Jun 8, 2001

Appl. No.:

09/875954

Inventors:

Eugene M. Lee - McLean VA

Assignee:

Knowledge Management Objects, LLC - Arlington VA

International Classification:

G06F 1730

US Classification:

7071041, 707 10, 707 3

Abstract:

An apparatus for and a method of searching and organizing intellectual property (IP) is provided. In accordance with a preferred embodiment of the invention, an apparatus (and corresponding method) is provided for formulating and facilitating searches for intellectual property, and organizing results of such searches. In an exemplary embodiment, a search and organization server is provided with one or more modules to create and process search queries to be run on local or remote database systems. A class search module, for example, may be provided to provide on-line access to classification information and facilitate searching of intellectual property using select classifications. An IP thesaurus module may be provided for developing a list of elements (e. g. , words, textual phrases, concepts, representations, numbers, identifications, pictures, graphics, features, etc. ) found in select intellectual property information (e. g.

US Patent:

7016851, Mar 21, 2006

Filed:

Sep 30, 1999

Appl. No.:

09/409524

Inventors:

Eugene M. Lee - Arlington VA, US

International Classification:

G06F 17/60

US Classification:

705 1

Abstract:

A facility has been developed whereby an applicant (or his representative) may file corresponding applications in multiple jurisdictions using multiple associates while automating the preparation of filings in accordance with jurisdiction- and/or associate-specific requirements and/or procedures. An intellectual property filing portal or hub is employed, which in some realizations is hosted on public, packet switched data network and communicates with both applicants (or representatives) and associates. The intellectual property filing portal facilitates selection, by applicants (or representatives) of particular jurisdictions and associates based at least in part on fee quotations in accordance with particulars of an intellectual property filing and in accordance with fee structures of the particular jurisdictions and foreign associates. In addition, the intellectual property filing portal facilitates registration of associate- and jurisdiction-specific form documents and fee schedules for at least partially automated preparation of formal documents.

US Patent:

7016852, Mar 21, 2006

Filed:

Dec 14, 1999

Appl. No.:

09/460806

Inventors:

Eugene M. Lee - Arlington VA, US

International Classification:

G06F 17/60

US Classification:

705 1

Abstract:

A facility has been developed whereby an applicant (or his representative) may initiate performance of an intellectual property service such as the making of a maintenance fee, annuity, renewal, tax or other payments and transact the associated fees coincident therewith. Such a facility has several advantages including the ability to reduce float time. Outside the context of annuity-type payments, similar facilities may be employed in conjunction with preparation, filing and prosecution support tools to similarly transact fees associated with the performance of intellectual property services at or about the time such intellectual property services are performed. An intellectual property portal or hub is employed, which in some realizations is hosted on a public, packet switched data network and communicates with both applicants (or representatives) and associates. In some realizations, the intellectual property portal facilitates selection, by applicants (or representatives) of particular jurisdictions and associates based at least in part on fee quotations made in accordance with particulars of an intellectual property filing and in accordance with fee structures of the particular jurisdictions and foreign associates. In addition, some realizations of the intellectual property filing portal facilitate registration of associate- and jurisdiction-specific services and fee schedules.

US Patent:

7574367, Aug 11, 2009

Filed:

Feb 7, 2006

Appl. No.:

11/348310

Inventors:

Eugene M. Lee - Arlington VA, US

International Classification:

G06Q 99/00

US Classification:

705 1

Abstract:

A facility has been developed whereby an applicant (or his representative) may file corresponding applications in multiple jurisdictions using multiple associates while automating the preparation of filings in accordance with jurisdiction- and/or associate-specific requirements and/or procedures. An intellectual property filing portal or hub is employed, which in some realizations is hosted on public, packet switched data network and communicates with both applicants (or representatives) and associates. The intellectual property filing portal facilitates selection, by applicants (or representatives) of particular jurisdictions and associates based at least in part on fee quotations in accordance with particulars of an intellectual property filing and in accordance with fee structures of the particular jurisdictions and foreign associates. In addition, the intellectual property filing portal facilitates registration of associate- and jurisdiction-specific form documents and fee schedules for at least partially automated preparation of formal documents.

US Patent:

7650288, Jan 19, 2010

Filed:

Jan 19, 2006

Appl. No.:

11/334469

Inventors:

Eugene M. Lee - Arlington VA, US

International Classification:

G06Q 99/00

US Classification:

705 1

Abstract:

A facility has been developed whereby an applicant (or his representative) may initiate performance of an intellectual property service such as the making of a maintenance fee, annuity, renewal, tax or other payments and transact the associated fees coincident therewith. Such a facility has several advantages including the ability to reduce float time. Outside the context of annuity-type payments, similar facilities may be employed in conjunction with preparation, filing and prosecution support tools to similarly transact fees associated with the performance of intellectual property services at or about the time such intellectual property services are performed. An intellectual property portal or hub is employed, which in some realizations is hosted on a public, packet switched data network and communicates with both applicants (or representatives) and associates. In some realizations, the intellectual property portal facilitates selection, by applicants (or representatives) of particular jurisdictions and associates based at least in part on fee quotations made in accordance with particulars of an intellectual property filing and in accordance with fee structures of the particular jurisdictions and foreign associates. In addition, some realizations of the intellectual property filing portal facilitate registration of associate- and jurisdiction-specific services and fee schedules.

US Patent:

7653622, Jan 26, 2010

Filed:

Jul 29, 2005

Appl. No.:

11/192786

Inventors:

Mark D. Huentelman - Bellevue WA, US
Stephen N. Anderson - Redmond WA, US
Eugene Lee - Kirkland WA, US

Assignee:

Microsoft Corporation - Redmond WA

International Classification:

G06F 7/00
G06F 17/30

US Classification:

707 5, 707102

Abstract:

When a user submits a content resource to a content database, an automated content categorizer facilitates the task by suggesting a list of relevant content categories in the content database. The automated content categorizer receives a search descriptor attributed to the content resource, performs a relevance search, and proposes a ranked list of category branches that are expected to provide a good match with the described content resource. Metadata associated with individual categories and content resources stored in the content database are searched relative to the search descriptor provided by the user. From the proposed content categories, the user can simply select the category he or she feels is most appropriate and store the content resource under that category in the content database, or propose a new category.

US Patent:

7885987, Feb 8, 2011

Filed:

Dec 3, 2003

Appl. No.:

10/725531

Inventors:

Eugene M. Lee - McLean VA, US

International Classification:

G06F 17/30

US Classification:

707923, 707930, 707934, 707937

Abstract:

A computer-enabled system, method, and medium is provided to support, e. g. , analyzing intellectual property documents by assigning attributes to the documents. The present invention is suitable for use by intellectual property professionals and is flexible to support development and use of customized attribute types and attributes. Optionally, a group of intellectual property documents can be divided into projects, which can be ingested including assigning attributes. Optionally, the attributes can be used to filter information included in e. g. , searches, and/or reports.