The PTAB Bar Association Annual Conference is a premier event dedicated to practitioners, in-house counsel, and members of the bench involved in Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) proceedings. Organized by the PTAB Bar Association, this conference offers a platform for professionals to discuss best practices, recent developments, and policy considerations in PTAB practice.
The 2025 conference agenda includes sessions such as "APJ Panel Programs," where current and former Administrative Patent Judges discuss recent issues related to appeals and trial practice; "Lost A Decision, Now What?" exploring options for challenging adverse decisions; "Ethics in Patent Law," addressing ethical considerations in the field; "Diversity and Inclusion," examining the intersection of diversity and leadership in driving innovation; and an "In-House Counsel Panel" offering insights from industry members on decision-making factors.
Attendees can benefit from networking opportunities, including committee meetings, a Walk for STEM to support STEM education, and social events following daily programming. Notable speakers include Acting Director Coke Morgan Stewart of the USPTO, Chief Judge Scott Boalick, and other esteemed judges and industry leaders.
This conference is ideal for patent practitioners, in-house counsel, and members of the judiciary seeking to stay informed on PTAB practice developments, engage with peers, and earn Continuing Legal Education (CLE) credits.
Speakers(14)
Braxton Davis
National Council on Patent Practicum
Braxton Davis is associated with the National Council on Patent Practicum, focusing on patent education and practice.
Bryan Moore
Judge at U.S. International Trade Commission
Judge Bryan Moore adjudicates cases at the U.S. International Trade Commission, focusing on trade and intellectual property disputes.
Christopher Burke
Judge at U.S. District Court for the District of Delaware
Judge Christopher Burke presides over cases in the U.S. District Court for the District of Delaware, specializing in patent litigation.
Coke Morgan Stewart
Acting Director at United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)
Coke Morgan Stewart serves as the Acting Director of the USPTO, overseeing the agency's operations and strategic initiatives.
Farheena Rasheed
Deputy General Counsel, Solicitor’s Office at USPTO
Farheena Rasheed serves as the Deputy General Counsel in the Solicitor’s Office at the USPTO, providing legal counsel on intellectual property matters.
Grace Obermann
Administrative Patent Judge at USPTO
Grace Obermann is an Administrative Patent Judge at the USPTO, adjudicating patent disputes.
Jacqueline Bonilla
Deputy Chief Judge at USPTO
Jacqueline Bonilla serves as the Deputy Chief Judge at the USPTO, contributing to the management of the Patent Trial and Appeal Board.
John Murphy
Judge at U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania
Judge John Murphy serves in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania, handling a variety of federal cases.
Kathi Vidal
Former Director at Winston & Strawn
Kathi Vidal is a former Director of the USPTO and currently a partner at Winston & Strawn, specializing in intellectual property law.
Michael Kim
Vice Chief Judge at USPTO
Michael Kim is a Vice Chief Judge at the USPTO, overseeing various proceedings within the Patent Trial and Appeal Board.
Michael Tierney
Vice Chief Judge at USPTO
Michael Tierney serves as a Vice Chief Judge at the USPTO, focusing on patent trial and appeal cases.
Rory Cooper, Ph.D.
NIHF Hall of Famer
Dr. Rory Cooper is a National Inventors Hall of Fame inductee recognized for his contributions to assistive technology and engineering.
Ryan Holte
Judge at Court of Federal Claims
Judge Ryan Holte serves on the Court of Federal Claims, overseeing cases involving claims against the U.S. government.
Scott Boalick
Chief Judge at USPTO
Scott Boalick is the Chief Judge at the USPTO, leading the Patent Trial and Appeal Board.
Event Details
- Date
- March 21, 2025
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Washington, D.C., United States
- Ritz-Carlton, Washington, D.C.
- Pricing
- $890 - $1,075
- Audience
- Patent practitioners, in-house counsel, members of the judiciary.
- CLE Credits
- CLE accreditation pending