I have an product idea I would like to patent, but I lack the proper chemical knowledge to write out my chemical formula. I also need help finding a chemist who could potentially create the first prototype of said product in a food lab in the Southern Los Angeles area.
It would probably benefit you to talk with a patent agent/attorney prior to discussing your formula with another party. You can also get a non-disclosure agreement in place with anyone you work with. Otherwise you may lose protection for your formula.
The USPTO has information for inventors.
https://www.uspto.gov/learning-and-resources/inventors-entrepreneurs-resources
There should be a local Intellectual Property organization that may have someone who can help you at a reasonable price.
It would probably benefit you to talk with a patent agent/attorney prior to discussing your formula with another party. You can also get a non-disclosure agreement in place with anyone you work with. Otherwise you may lose protection for your formula.
The USPTO has information for inventors.
https://www.uspto.gov/learning-and-resources/inventors-entrepreneurs-resources
There should be a local Intellectual Property organization that may have someone who can help you at a reasonable price.