PastIn Person

ABA Section of IP Law's Spring Luncheon

by American Bar Association's Section of Intellectual Property Law

The ABA Section of Intellectual Property Law's Spring Luncheon is a complimentary event scheduled for May 21, 2019, from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM at Keker, Van Nest & Peters LLP in San Francisco, California. This luncheon is organized by the American Bar Association's Section of Intellectual Property Law, in collaboration with the San Francisco Intellectual Property Law Association (SFIPLA).

The event will focus on the intersection of district court litigation and Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) challenges. Keynote speaker Kevin Turner, Administrative Patent Judge at the PTAB, will provide insights into current trends and developments. The program includes opening remarks by Bridget Smith, Partner at Knobbe Martens, and closing remarks by Kevin Greenleaf, Counsel at Dentons. A panel discussion featuring industry leaders from companies such as Microsoft, Cisco, Hewlett Packard Enterprise, Facebook, and Uber will delve into practical experiences and strategies related to PTAB proceedings.

Attendees will have the opportunity to network with peers from 11:30 AM to 12:00 PM before the luncheon and from 1:30 PM to 2:00 PM after the event. Lunch will be provided during the session. The event is complimentary, and California Continuing Legal Education (CLE) credits will be available for participating attorneys.

This luncheon is ideal for intellectual property attorneys, in-house counsel, and legal professionals interested in gaining a deeper understanding of PTAB challenges and their impact on district court litigation. It offers a platform to engage with experts, discuss emerging issues, and enhance professional knowledge in the field of intellectual property law.

Speakers(14)

Andy Shieh

Senior Counsel, IP at Uber

Andy Shieh is Senior Counsel for Intellectual Property at Uber, advising on IP matters and litigation.

Bridget Smith

Partner at Knobbe Martens

Bridget Smith is a Partner at Knobbe Martens, specializing in intellectual property law with a focus on patent litigation.

Bryan Sinclair

Senior Director, IP Litigation at Cisco

Bryan Sinclair is Senior Director of IP Litigation at Cisco, overseeing intellectual property disputes and litigation strategies.

Deanna Kwong

Senior IP Litigation Counsel at Hewlett Packard Enterprise

Deanna Kwong serves as Senior IP Litigation Counsel at Hewlett Packard Enterprise, handling complex intellectual property cases.

Gabrielle Higgins

Partner at Ropes & Gray

Gabrielle Higgins is a Partner at Ropes & Gray, specializing in intellectual property litigation.

Jon Wright

Director at Sterne Kessler

Jon Wright is a Director at Sterne Kessler, focusing on patent litigation and intellectual property law.

Kevin Greenleaf

Counsel at Dentons

Kevin Greenleaf is Counsel at Dentons, where he advises clients on patent litigation and intellectual property strategy.

Kevin Turner

Administrative Patent Judge at Patent Trial and Appeal Board

Kevin Turner serves as an Administrative Patent Judge at the Patent Trial and Appeal Board, overseeing patent disputes and appeals.

Mark Taylor

Assistant General Counsel, Patent Litigation at Microsoft

Mark Taylor is Assistant General Counsel for Patent Litigation at Microsoft, managing the company's patent litigation matters.

Matthias Kamber

Partner at Keker, Van Nest & Peters

Matthias Kamber is a Partner at Keker, Van Nest & Peters, specializing in intellectual property litigation.

Event Details

Date
May 21, 2019
Location
🇺🇸 San Francisco, United States
Keker, Van Nest & Peters LLP
Pricing
Free
Audience
Intellectual property attorneys, in-house counsel, and legal professionals interested in PTAB challenges and district court litigation.
CLE Credits
California CLE will be provided for attorneys.

Related Events

2026 Student Trial Advocacy Competition

March 26-29, 2026
🇺🇸 New Orleans, United States
American Association for Justice (AAJ)
HybridLitigation & Disputes
Happening now

60th Annual Air Law Symposium

March 30-31, 2026
🇺🇸 Irving, United States
Journal of Air Law and Commerce
In PersonLitigation & Disputes
Tomorrow

Spring 2026 Sports and Entertainment Law Conference

March 30, 2026
🇨🇦 Toronto, Canada
Lincoln Alexander Sports and Entertainment Law Society (LASELS)
In PersonLitigation & DisputesIntellectual Property
Tomorrow

Bespoke Global Legal Summit 2026: IP, AI & Legal Tech

March 30-31, 2026
🇦🇪 Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Bespoke Global Legal Summit
In PersonIntellectual Property
Tomorrow

International Family Law Conference (IFLC) 2026

March 31, 2026
🇺🇸 Miami, United States
Global Conference
HybridLitigation & Disputes
In 2 days

2026 Entertainment & Sports Law Symposium

April 3, 2026
🇺🇸 New Orleans, United States
Cleveland State University College of Law
VirtualIntellectual Property
In 5 days

Practicing Law Institute's Bankruptcy & Reorganizations 2026: Current Developments

April 7, 2026
🇺🇸 New York, United States
Practising Law Institute
In PersonLitigation & Disputes
In 1 week

International Conference on Marriage, Divorce, and Legal Frameworks in Family Law

April 7-8, 2026
🇨🇦 Dubai, Canada
Science Leagues
In PersonLitigation & Disputes
In 1 week

8th Annual Trade Secrets, Non-Competes and Other Competitive Restrictions8Hot Topics and Latest Developments

April 7, 2026
🇺🇸 Chicago, United States
ArentFox Schiff
In PersonLitigation & Disputes
In 1 week