Sedona Conference Working Group 10 Annual Meeting

The Sedona Conference Working Group 10 Annual Meeting is a premier event dedicated to advancing the study and practice of patent litigation. Organized by The Sedona Conference, a nonprofit research and educational institute, this meeting brings together leading legal professionals, judges, and scholars to engage in dialogue and develop consensus-based principles and best practices in patent law.

The 2026 meeting will feature sessions on the evolving landscape of patent law and litigation, including discussions on the scope of patent claims in worldwide litigation, the inter partes review process post-America Invents Act, and global updates on Standard Essential Patents (SEPs) and Fair, Reasonable, and Non-Discriminatory (FRAND) licensing. Attendees will gain insights into differing standards applied by courts across various jurisdictions and the implications of evolving technology and global commerce on these standards.

In addition to the substantive sessions, the meeting offers networking opportunities, including receptions and informal gatherings, allowing participants to connect with peers and industry leaders. Notable speakers include WilmerHale Partners Mark Selwyn and Anthony Trenton, who will contribute to the "Global SEP/FRAND Update" panel, providing valuable perspectives on international patent litigation trends.

This event is ideal for patent litigators, in-house counsel, judges, and academics seeking to stay abreast of the latest developments in patent law and to contribute to the formation of best practices in the field.