Los Altos, CA – March 27, 2025 – MaxVal Group, Inc. (“MaxVal”), a leading provider of intellectual property (IP) management solutions, is pleased to introduce enhancements to Max-IDS, its industry-leading IDS management solution. These updates were deployed ahead of the USPTO’s changes and are designed to help patent professionals efficiently manage Information Disclosure Statement (IDS) filings in response to the revised fee schedule, which took effect on January 19, 2025.
Max-IDS: Smarter IDS Management
Max-IDS is a comprehensive, automated solution that simplifies the prior art reference management and IDS filing process. With advanced capabilities for data import, de-duplication, automated form generation, and reference tracking, Max-IDS enables patent professionals to enhance efficiency, maintain compliance, and minimize costs. Seamlessly integrating with leading IP management systems, Max-IDS is the preferred choice for law firms and corporate legal teams managing extensive patent portfolios.
As part of MaxVal’s ongoing commitment to keeping patent professionals ahead of regulatory changes, the company continuously monitors updates from the USPTO and rapidly incorporates necessary adjustments into its software. The latest enhancements to Max-IDS reflect this proactive approach, ensuring that users can seamlessly comply with the new IDS fee structure without disruption.
Understanding the New USPTO IDS Fee Structure
Under the new USPTO rules, surcharges will apply based on the cumulative number of references in an application:
- 51 to 100 references: $200 surcharge
- 101 to 200 references: $500 surcharge
- 201 or more references: $800 surcharge
Max-IDS Enhancements for Seamless Compliance
To help users adapt to these changes, Max-IDS now offers new features designed to optimize IDS filings:
- Cumulative Reference Tracking – Provides real-time visibility into total references at the application level.
- Automated Fee Selection – Dynamically selects the correct IDS fee in the SB08 form, ensuring accurate filings.
- Streamlined Filings – Identifies and removes redundant or marginally relevant references, helping reduce unnecessary costs while maintaining compliance.
Backed by MaxVal’s commitment to quickly adapting to regulatory changes, Max-IDS empowers patent professionals to navigate the evolving USPTO fee landscape with greater efficiency, precision, and cost control..
For more information about Max-IDS or to schedule a demo, visit www.maxval.com.
About MaxVal
Based in Silicon Valley, MaxVal is a leading global provider of intellectual property (IP) management solutions, offering end-to-end technology and services that simplify and enhance the entire IP lifecycle. Since 2004, MaxVal has been delivering innovative, secure, and scalable solutions for corporations and law firms worldwide. With a deep commitment to client success, MaxVal offers a full range of services, including its flagship IP management platform, Symphony, the industry-leading IDS solution, Max-IDS, along with IP administrative support, search services, docketing, renewals, patent illustrations, and more. Trusted by Fortune 500 companies and top IP law firms, MaxVal helps businesses maximize the value of their IP portfolios while ensuring operational efficiency, quality, and data security.
