The document provides comprehensive guidelines on the patent trademark application process without fees in Pima. It details the advantages of obtaining a patent or a trademark, emphasizing the competitive edge they offer to businesses and individuals. The patent application process includes baseline requirements, such as the necessity for an inventor to file, and an explanation of different patent types: utility, design, and plant patents. The document also highlights the examination process, where applications are reviewed for completeness, novelty, non-obviousness, and utility. It stresses the importance of maintaining patents through scheduled maintenance fees. For trademarks, it details the requirements for registration, types of marks, and essential components needed for successful application submission, including drawings and goods/services descriptions. This summary serves attorneys, partners, owners, associates, paralegals, and legal assistants by clarifying the procedures, helping them assist clients in securing intellectual property rights efficiently.