Posts Tagged: "IPWatchdog Webinars"

Examiner citations are recognized as a valuable resource for patent professionals, offering critical insights and clues that can be harnessed to maximize the value of intellectual property, protect inventions, stay ahead of competitors, and strengthen negotiating positions. Join us on Thursday, June 15, 2023, at 12:00 PM ET, for a conversation about the value of citation data and its role…

In honor of World IP Day 2023, IPWatchdog yesterday hosted a webinar titled after this year’s theme, “Women and Intellectual Property: Accelerating Innovation and Creativity.” The webinar was sponsored by IP.com and focused on the many ways that advocates for the U.S. intellectual property system can actively create an environment for young professionals to begin thinking about how they can approach careers in the field of IP law. Leading the charge was Renee Quinn, Chief Operating Officer of IPWatchdog, who has handled the business side of IPWatchdog, Inc. for the past 16 years. She was joined by Alison Erickson, Assistant General Counsel, Hallmark; Susanne Hollinger, Chief Intellectual Property Counsel, Newell Brands; and Marlene Valderrama, Senior IP Assets Manager and Lead Technology Scout, Halliburton.

The Patent Cooperation Treaty is the best tool currently available to seek international patent protection in multiple jurisdictions. Keep up-to-date on the latest developments in the PCT system, direct from PCT experts at WIPO. Choosing the PCT route is one thing, but it is equally important to utilize the PCT in the best way possible to your and your clients’…

It is impossible to read the Supreme Court’s decision in Arthrex without realizing that the Court was saying that to salvage the unconstitutional hiring of APJs it is necessary for an officer of the United States who has been nominated by the President and confirmed by the Senate to have final decision-making authority, or by an Acting Director temporarily vested…

Is your Law Firm investing in the right technology? The process of acquiring new clients for a law firm is complex and multifaceted. Putting yourself in the right places to meet potential clients, engaging in proper interaction, and building relationships are the key first steps. But once the door is opened because of your networking and relationships, preparing a strong…

Despite their significant contributions, women often face obstacles in accessing the resources – particularly financing – and support they need to thrive in industry. Unfortunately, the IP industry is no exception. In celebration of the “can-do” attitude of women inventors, creators, and entrepreneurs worldwide, we invite you to join us on Tuesday, April 25, 2023, at 12:00 PM ET, for…

While your organization invests substantial resources in protecting its intellectual property, are you extracting the maximum possible value from these valuable assets? We invite you to join us on Thursday, June 8, 2023, at 12:00 PM ET, for an engaging webinar on best practices for patent monetization. This webinar is designed to provide insights and strategies for optimizing returns on…

In-house IP attorneys need to explain the importance a sound, thoughtful intellectual property strategy plays in the long-term strategic development of the company. This role is even more important now as corporations across the spectrum of innovation seek cost-savings and engage in budget cutting. But how should the strategic vision be conveyed so those in the C-suite with financial and…

The process for developing new biotech therapies can easily put R&D and intellectual property leaders in uncharted territory. From lead selection to freedom to operate, it is not unusual to request a dozen patent and scientific literature searches to help guide researchers as they attempt to maximize value and opportunity.  Collaboration, communication, and thorough research facilitate the innovation to commercialization…

Economic cycles once again have in-house IP teams and the law firms that support them, digging deep to deliver more value with fewer resources. Compared to other legal functions, patent and trademark infrastructure is costly to manage in terms of people, process, and technology, yet uniquely positioned to capitalize on numerous opportunities that stretch budgets while creating value and managing…

Insights from Innovation Leaders on our 2023 Global Top 100 List Which companies will be leading the future of science and technology? How did they get there? And even more important – what can we learn from these innovators? Join us on Thursday, March 9, 2023, at 11 AM ET, for a live webinar conversation moderated by Gene Quinn, President &…

During an IPWatchdog-hosted webinar held today, panelists reflected on the impact that U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) Director Kathi Vidal has had on the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) so far and called her handling of the VLSI v. OpenSky case a “giant missed opportunity” to create a roadmap for how the Office will handle bad faith behavior.

As we all know, the IP industry isn’t immune from economic headwinds. With inflation on the rise and growing talk of a global recession, businesses of all sizes are taking a hard look at their investments in, and returns on, innovation. Unfortunately, that often means cutting with an axe rather than a scalpel. Whether or not you manage your own…

A centerpiece of the America Invents Act (AIA) was the creation of a new quasi-judicial administrative body — the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) — to adjudicate patent disputes. The drafters of the AIA intended the PTAB to be a cheaper and faster alternative to district court litigation. They thought that in providing that alternative, the PTAB would encourage…

After a very successful first panel discussion focused on innovation, Gene Quinn sits down once again with in-house lawyers from some of the most innovative companies in the world to speak about their company’s vision on innovation. The panelists were chosen from companies identified in the “Innovation Momentum 2022: The Global Top 100” report that was published by LexisNexis Intellectual…