Whether you’re a Fortune 500 company, a law firm, an educational institution or a government entity, getting the most complete and the most accurate IP intelligence is essential to your competitive edge and your financial success.

That’s why so many innovators and attorneys rely on the authoritative information they
receive from Cardinal Intellectual Property. As the industry’s leader in patent research,
we are a powerful partner.

Our reputation as the global leader in patent research begins with our focus on confidentiality
and security. Cardinal IP is not a law firm and does not practice law, but we maintain confidentiality using the same procedures and diligence as a law firm. In addition, we maintain rigorous data-protection standards. Our clients turn to us for their most sensitive IP needs.

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Our Research Tools


The right tools, information and technology are essential to delivering the best results. That’s why Cardinal IP professionals have access to the world’s most extensive collection of patent information, technical
data and state-of-the-art systems. Our teams are rigorously trained in the best software applications and search strategies. That means accurate, comprehensive information that you may not find on your own.




Over 200 research experts that are patent attorneys, scientists and patent agents.



Our associates are versed in

USPTO EAST System
Delphion®
LexisNexis®
Dialog®
Derwent WPI®
INPADOC®
MicroPatent PatentWeb®
Questel-Orbit®
STN®
CAS®
GenomeQuest®
ACM®
IEEE®