All it takes is a simple phone call. Getting a patent in Michigan is the same as any other state.The patent application is filed with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). This page provides information on the types of patents and types of patent applications, and the examination process. Mitchell Law PLLC handles all aspects of patent prosecution including drafting and filing your patent application. We Provide The Following Patent Services:​​ Preparing the design patent application, including a written description, claims, and formal drawings. The clinic provides a number of free patent services, including a patentability search and drafting responses to patent office rejections. You should create a written description of your invention, how the invention is assembled and how it works. Sign and date it and keep a copy in a safe place. Once you have selected a qualified patent attorney, the following steps prepare and file your patent. 1.