Consero Global IP Management Forum 2022

We are proud to sponsor the Consero Global IP Management Forum where Forum Chair and Principal Gwilym Atwell will co-moderate the panel "IPR Update: Latest Trends at the PTAB and How to Maximize Chances of Success" with Principal Nitika Gupta Fiorella on June 15. Additionally, on June 16, Principal Tracy Hitt will moderate the panel "KnowledgeBridge: Developments in International Patent Prosecution.” This is an invitation-only event, where attendees will hear about hot topics and best practices for today’s IP executives.

Wednesday, June 15, 2022 | 1:00 - 3:30 p.m. PT

Opening Remarks: Chair, Gwilym Atwell, Fish & Richardson

Gwilym and Principal Nitika Gupta Fiorella will co-moderate the panel "Latest Trends at the PTAB and How to Maximize Chances of Success" where they will discuss the latest on IPRs including strategies as Petitioner or Patent Owner, recent trends on institution and discretionary denials, key cases on PTAB authority and procedure, and more. Practical tips to maximize your chances of success at not only the PTAB, but also on appeal, and share tips on how to set yourself up for the best ultimate result will also be provided.

IPR Update: Latest Trends at the PTAB and How to Maximize Chances of Success
2:30 - 3:30 p.m. PT

Co-Moderators:

• Gwilym Atwell, Principal, Fish & Richardson
• Nitika Gupta Fiorella, Principal, Fish & Richardson

On Thursday, June 16, Principal Tracy Hitt will moderate the panel “KnowledgeBridge: Developments in International Patent Prosecution.” This session will explore various aspects of international patent prosecution, including trends in international filings, the creation of the Unified Patent Court in Europe, and creative approaches to increasing your international reach on a budget. As part of this session, discussion on how to best approach the international stage (e.g., Filing PCT first, Filing PCT after priority filing, or filing direct foreign applications), and personal experiences with different international prosecution options (e.g., Art. 19/34submissions vs. ISR responses filed at national stage entry vs. entering national stage without a response to the ISR) will be explored. An additional key point will be discussing ideas for balancing your international portfolio, coordinating strategy among jurisdictions, and some pitfalls to watch out for in the context of international prosecution.

Thursday, June 16, 2022 | 3:30 p.m. PT

KnowledgeBridge: Developments in International Patent Prosecution
3:30 - 4:30 p.m. PT

Moderator: Tracy Hitt, Principal, Fish & Richardson

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