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The 18th Annual Advanced Patent Law Institute is BACK and in-person at the United States Patent and Trademark Office this year! Don't miss a unique opportunity to join USPTO senior staff, leading practitioners, academics, and members of the federal judiciary for two days of presentations on the latest developments in patent law. 

The 17th Annual Advanced Patent Law Institute is coming to you virtually again this year! While we will miss being at the United States Patent and Trademark Office this spring, we've developed this year's program to make the most of your experience with us online. Spanning three afternoons, the program continues to offer a unique opportunity to hear from USPTO senior staff, leading practitioners, academics, and members of the federal judiciary on the latest developments in patent law. 

The 16th Annual Advanced Patent Law Institute is coming to you virtually this year! While we will miss being at the United States Patent and Trademark Office this spring, we've developed this year's program to make the most of your experience with us online. Spanning three afternoons, the program continues to offer a unique opportunity to hear from USPTO senior staff, leading practitioners, academics, and members of the federal judiciary on the latest developments in patent law. 

The 15th Annual Advanced Patent Law Institute  at the United States Patent and Trademark Office offers a unique opportunity to join USPTO senior staff, leading practitioners, academics, and members of the federal judiciary for two days of presentations on the latest developments in patent law. This year’s highlights include: An Update from the USPTO from Andrei Iancu, Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and Director of the United States Patent and Trademark Office. Current Global Enforcement Trends including the influence of countries like Germany, China and others on the U.S. patent system and patent enforcement. An in-depth discussion on Section 101, comparing/contrasting its application across different technologies and life sciences. Hot design patent issues and practical implications of recent decisions. Recent developments and practices before the PTAB, including an update from Deputy Chief Judge Jacqueline Bonilla. Coverage of current issues and best practices for patent practitioners: Section 102 “nuts and bolts”, double patenting issues, after final rejection practice, and more. A review of the year’s key patent decisions in the Federal Circuit and Supreme Court, and their impact on patent practice. Insight from members of the federal judiciary as part of the popular Judicial Panel.

The 14th Annual Advanced Patent Law Institute at the United States Patent and Trademark Office offers a unique opportunity to join USPTO senior staff, leading practitioners, academics, and members of the federal judiciary for two days of presentations on the latest developments in patent law. This year’s highlights include: An Update from the USPTO from Andrei Iancu, Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and Director of the United States Patent and Trademark Office. An in-depth discussion of the Global Patent Landscape including the influence of countries like China and others on the U.S. patent system and patent enforcement. An update on Section 101 and recent decisions impacting the drafting of patents in the life-sciences and software/technology sectors. A review of the year’s key patent decisions in the Federal Circuit and Supreme Court, and their impact on patent practice. Recent developments and changes in PTAB practices, including an update from Acting Chief Judge Scott Boalick. Discussion of how SEP/FRAND issues are evolving at home and abroad with the growth of the internet of things. Practical guidance on topics ranging from patent insurance to practicing in the cloud. Insight from members of the federal judiciary as part of the popular Judicial Panel.

The 13th Annual Advanced Patent Law Institute at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office offers a unique opportunity to join USPTO senior staff, leading practitioners, academics and members of the federal judiciary for two days of presentations on the latest developments in patent law, including:  An in-depth discussion on the global patent landscape, with an emphasis on the current state of licensing, enforcing and monetizing patents in the U.S. and overseas. A review of the year’s key patent decisions in the Federal Circuit and Supreme Court, and their impact on patent practice. Section 101 and recent decisions impacting software and high tech, as well as current U.S. and international perspectives on patent eligibility in life sciences. PTAB practice tips, as well as a look at proposed legislation and reforms. Practical tips for prosecuting high quality patents, including claim drafting, claim construction and the use of declarations. Developments in prosecuting design patents, including the impact of Samsung v. Apple in determining the “total” profit for design patent infringement. Changes to the patent venue rules and the impact on enforcement. A look at conflicts of interest and other forms of liability and risk that can arise during patent prosecution. Presentations from members of the judiciary including a keynote presentation by Chief Judge of Federal Circuit, Hon. Sharon Prost, as well as the popular Judicial Panel.

The 12th Annual Advanced Patent Law Institute at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office offers a unique opportunity to join USPTO senior staff, leading practitioners, academics and members of the federal judiciary for two days of presentations on the latest developments in patent law, including:   A discussion on the current patent landscape in the U.S. and overseas, with an emphasis on the state of licensing, enforcing and monetizing patents in the U.S., as well as a look at the impact of practices and policies in the UK, EU and China Section 101 and the impact of recent decisions on software and technology claims, as well as current U.S. and international perspectives on patent eligibility in lifesciences PTAB updates and proceedings: a look at recent decisions from the Federal Circuit, practice tips and tactics based on those decisions, and considerations and strategies in concurrent proceedings before the PTAB and District Courts An examination of ITC and Section 337 Jurisdiction and the impact of recent Federal Circuit decisions affecting IPRs Developments in design patents Willful infringement and the impact of Halo, including discussion on enhanced damages, opinion letters, and attorney’s fees Topics in USPTO practice, including a look at the USPTO’s special programs for Patent Prosecution, changes to the duties of disclosure and the implications of using the Global Dossier, plus enforcement of the USPTO’s ethical standards Presentations from members of the judiciary including a keynote presentation by a Federal Circuit Judge and the popular Judicial Panel Up to 15.00 hours of credit (13.00 hours in Virginia), including 2.00 hours of ethics The Institute is presented by The University of Texas School of Law, the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and Antonin Scalia Law School at George Mason University.

The 11th Annual Advanced Patent Law Institute at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office offers a unique opportunity to join USPTO senior staff, leading practitioners, academics and members of the federal judiciary for two days of presentations on the latest developments in patent law, including:   Section 101: Current requirements, interpretations and guidelines from the USPTO and practical guidance for patent practitioners A review of Nautilus and Packard and discussion of indefiniteness at the USPTO PTAB proceedings: Practice tips and strategies and the impact on patent practice and patent owners An overview of ITC proceedings and examination of enforcement of exclusion and cease/desist orders Practical due diligence considerations in competitor-to-competitor licensing An in-depth discussion on the current patent landscape and key issues impacting enforceability and licensing, including pending legislative efforts, trends in injunctive relief and more Keynote presentation by Hon. Michelle K. Lee, Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and Director of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office Presentations from members of the judiciary including a keynote presentation by Federal Circuit Chief Judge of the Federal Circuit, Hon. Sharon Prost and the popular Judicial Panel, moderated by former Chief Judge of the Federal Circuit, Hon. Paul R. Michel Earn up to 14.25 hours of credit including 2.00 hours of ethics. The Institute is presented by The University of Texas School of Law, the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and George Mason University School of Law.

The 10th Annual Advanced Patent Law Institute at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office offers a unique opportunity to join USPTO senior staff, leading practitioners, academics and members of the federal judiciary from a variety of courts and forums area for two days of presentations on the latest developments in patent law, including:   An in depth look at patentable subject matter: current requirements, interpretations and guidelines from the USPTO and practical guidance for patent practitioners Hot topics in design patent law  Developments in claim construction and the potential impact of Teva Pharmaceuticals PTAB proceedings: Practice tips and strategies and the impact on patent practice and patent owners Key Issues for In-House Counsel Special presentation by the USPTO General Counsel Presentations from members of the judiciary including a Federal Circuit Keynote Presentation and the popular Judicial Panel, moderated by former Chief Judge of the Federal Circuit, Hon. Paul R. Michel, with Hon. Leonard Davis (EDTX), Hon. James F. Holderman (NDIL) and Hon. Liam O’Grady (EDVA) Earn up to 14.75 hours of credit including 2.00 hours of ethics with presentations by David Hricik, Mercer University School of Law and Lisa A. Dolak, Syracuse University College of Law The Institute is presented by The University of Texas School of Law, the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and George Mason University School of Law.