Patent Law Conference 2019
by The University of Texas School of Law and the George Mason University Antonin Scalia Law School
The 14th Annual Advanced Patent Law Institute, held on March 21-22, 2019, at the United States Patent and Trademark Office in Alexandria, VA, was organized by The University of Texas School of Law and the George Mason University Antonin Scalia Law School. This event brought together USPTO senior staff, leading practitioners, academics, and members of the federal judiciary to discuss the latest developments in patent law.
Key topics covered included an update from the USPTO by Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and Director Andrei Iancu, an in-depth discussion of the global patent landscape with a focus on the influence of countries like China on the U.S. patent system, and recent decisions impacting the drafting of patents in the life sciences and software/technology sectors. The conference also featured a review of key patent decisions in the Federal Circuit and Supreme Court, recent developments in PTAB practices, and discussions on SEP/FRAND issues in the context of the internet of things.
The event provided practical guidance on topics ranging from patent insurance to practicing in the cloud. Attendees had the opportunity to gain insights from members of the federal judiciary during the popular Judicial Panel session. The conference also included multiple networking opportunities, allowing participants to connect with program faculty and fellow practitioners.
This conference was ideal for patent attorneys, in-house counsel, and professionals involved in patent law who sought to stay updated on the latest developments and best practices in the field.
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Speakers(25)
Alan D Albright
Judge at U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas
Alan D Albright is a judge at the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas, presiding over numerous patent cases.
Andrei Iancu
Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and Director at U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Andrei Iancu served as the Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and Director of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, overseeing the agency's operations and initiatives.
Damon C. Matteo
CEO at Fulcrum Strategy
Damon C. Matteo is the CEO of Fulcrum Strategy, providing expertise in intellectual property strategy and valuation.
Greg Vidovich
Associate Commissioner for Patent Quality at U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Greg Vidovich is the Associate Commissioner for Patent Quality at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, overseeing initiatives to enhance patent examination quality.
Gregory L. Hillyer
Founder at Hillyer Legal, PLLC
Gregory L. Hillyer is the founder of Hillyer Legal, PLLC, specializing in intellectual property litigation and counseling.
Hon. Alan D Albright
Judge at U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas
Hon. Alan D Albright is a Judge at the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas, presiding over patent cases.
Hon. Paul R. Michel (ret.)
Chief Judge, Retired at United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit
Hon. Paul R. Michel is the retired Chief Judge of the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, with extensive experience in patent law and judicial processes.
Hon. S. James Otero
Judge at U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Hon. S. James Otero is a Judge at the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California, overseeing complex patent cases.
Hon. Scott Boalick
Acting Chief Judge at U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, Patent Trial and Appeal Board
Hon. Scott Boalick is the Acting Chief Judge at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office's Patent Trial and Appeal Board, leading the board's adjudicative processes.
Hon. Sue L. Robinson (Ret.)
Partner at Farnan LLP
Hon. Sue L. Robinson (Ret.) is a partner at Farnan LLP and former Chief Judge of the U.S. District Court for the District of Delaware, with a focus on patent law.
Hon. T. S. Ellis III
Judge at U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia
Hon. T. S. Ellis III is a Judge at the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia, with extensive experience in patent litigation.
Hon. Thomas L. Giannetti
Administrative Patent Judge at U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, Patent Trial and Appeal Board
Hon. Thomas L. Giannetti serves as an Administrative Patent Judge at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office's Patent Trial and Appeal Board, adjudicating patent disputes.
Paul R. Michel
Chief Judge, Retired at United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit
Paul R. Michel is the retired Chief Judge of the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, with extensive experience in patent law.
Robert Greene Sterne
Founding Director at Sterne, Kessler, Goldstein & Fox P.L.L.C.
Robert Greene Sterne is a founding director of Sterne, Kessler, Goldstein & Fox P.L.L.C., specializing in intellectual property law with a focus on patent litigation and strategy.
S. James Otero
Judge at U.S. District Court, Central District of California
S. James Otero is a judge at the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California, with experience in intellectual property cases.
Scott R. Boalick
Acting Chief Judge at U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, Patent Trial and Appeal Board
Scott Boalick was the Acting Chief Judge at the Patent Trial and Appeal Board, leading the board's proceedings and decisions.
Stefanos Karmis
Supervisory Patent Examiner at U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Stefanos Karmis is a Supervisory Patent Examiner at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, managing patent examination processes.
Sue L. Robinson
Judge, Retired at Farnan LLP
Sue L. Robinson is a retired judge from the U.S. District Court and currently with Farnan LLP, specializing in patent mediation and arbitration.
T. S. Ellis III
Judge at U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia
T. S. Ellis III is a judge at the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia, known for handling complex patent litigation.
Teresa Stanek Rea
Partner at Crowell & Moring, LLP
Teresa Stanek Rea is a partner at Crowell & Moring, LLP, specializing in intellectual property law and former Acting Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property.
Thomas L. Giannetti
Administrative Patent Judge at U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, Patent Trial and Appeal Board
Thomas L. Giannetti is an Administrative Patent Judge at the Patent Trial and Appeal Board, adjudicating patent disputes.
Vanessa Bailey
Director of IP Policy at Intel Corporation
Vanessa Bailey is the Director of IP Policy at Intel Corporation, focusing on intellectual property strategy and policy development.
W. Todd Baker
Partner at Oblon, Spivak, McClelland, Maier & Neustadt, L.L.P.
W. Todd Baker is a partner at Oblon, Spivak, McClelland, Maier & Neustadt, L.L.P., specializing in patent prosecution and litigation.
Wayne P. Sobon
Vice President and General Counsel at Juul Labs
Wayne P. Sobon serves as Vice President and General Counsel at Juul Labs, overseeing legal affairs and intellectual property matters.
Whitney Remily
Partner at Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease LLP
Whitney Remily is a partner at Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease LLP, focusing on intellectual property law and patent litigation.
Event Details
- Date
- March 25-26, 2019
- 2 days
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Austin, United States
- United States Patent and Trademark Office
- Pricing
- $725 - $775
- Audience
- Patent attorneys, in-house counsel, and professionals involved in patent law.
- CLE Credits
- 17.00 hrs