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Jennifer Spaith and her colleagues, Brian Park, Jonathan Barnard, and Nathan Brunette, will provide an annual review of recent developments in patent law, including summaries of the high-profile patent cases decided at the Federal Circuit Court of Appeals, along with a discussion of recent developments…

As we wind down another fiscal year at WSPLA, let’s gather for a happy hour again. It’s high-time to rekindle our in-person community with another live event to have informal conversations and comradery in our patent community.   When: Wednesday, May 24th from 5:30 PM…

Michele Herman will discuss how participation in the development of technology standards impacts patent rights focusing on debates about standards essential patents and licensing them on fair, reasonable, and non-discriminatory terms. This presentation will discuss regulatory and other initiatives that have been proposed to address…

Drew Hirshfeld, Former USPTO Commissioner of Patents, will share his thoughts on the current state of the US patent system and the USPTO. His topics will include recent events that may impact the USPTO, including the Biden administration’s Executive Order on the Safe, Secure, and…

Topic: Trade Secrets for Patent Lawyers: Implementing an Effective Trade Secret Strategy to Maximize the Value of Your Intellectual Property Portfolio   Trade secrets can add value to a company’s IP Portfolio and reduce prosecution costs associated with protecting a company’s innovation exclusively through patents….

Join us for a unique opportunity to connect and engage in a setting that’s as enriching as it is delightful. Immerse yourself in the captivating world of tea as tea master Fang Zuo unveils the art of tea brewing techniques, inviting you to discover new…