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Bob Surrette to Join Panel “Hidden Value, Hidden Risk: The Critical Role of IP in M&A”
On Thursday, April 30, from 2:30 to 3:10 p.m. CT in St. Louis, Bob will participate in a Smart Business Dealmakers Conference panel on identifying IP value – and risk – in M&A deals. Those attending will hear perspectives from an experienced CEO, an investor who views IP as a core value driver, and Bob, […]
04.16.26
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Ron DiCerbo Analyzes Schedule A Litigation’s Role Amid Court Concerns
In a recent Managing IP article, Ron emphasizes that despite the increasing scrutiny of Schedule A litigation, it remains a cornerstone of U.S. brand protection. Schedule A offers a cost-effective way to combat online counterfeiting. Ron highlights a growing focus on client education and more strategic, disciplined use of the tool as it evolves under […]
04.16.26
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Ben Mahon Covers Ethics for IP Practitioners in IPO Chat Channel Webinar
On Wednesday, April 29, at noon CT, Ben, alongside Tammy Pennington Rhodes of SuperCharger, and Hunter Yancey of Qualcomm, will discuss “Ethics for IP Practitioners: Balancing Civility and Zealous Advocacy.” This CLE will explore recent case law from various jurisdictions and tribunals involving interesting legal ethics and civility issues for both outside and in-house counsel. […]
04.15.26
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Ben Mahon Speaks at ACI Paragraph IV Disputes Conference
On Wednesday, April 22, at 4:15 p.m. ET, Ben will participate in the panel, “It’s Not Over Yet: Preparing Hatch-Waxman Cases for Federal Circuit Appeal.” The session will examine how to effectively prepare Hatch-Waxman cases for appeal, from identifying issues that resonate with the Federal Circuit and shaping persuasive arguments to assessing success rates, avoiding […]
04.13.26
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Christopher Santone Shares Strategic Insights on, and Misconceptions About, Design Patent Prosecution
On Tuesday, April 14, at 11 a.m. CT, as part of a National Association of Patent Practitioners Education webinar, Chris – a design patent agent at McAndrews – will deliver insight into how design patents are leveraged in today’s intellectual property landscape. The program will cover the fundamentals of design patent prosecution, including distinctions between […]
04.07.26
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Leland Hansen Covers Essentials and Pitfalls in Drafting IP Provisions in Commercial Agreements
On Tuesday, March 31, at 1 p.m. CT, as part of a Medical Device Manufacturers Association (MDMA) member-only webinar, Leland will discuss the importance of commercial agreements in relation to protecting a company’s IP. The webinar will touch on what parties should consider when drafting non-disclosure, joint development, service, manufacturing, and license agreements. It will […]
03.30.26
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Bob Surrette to Join Panel on Unlocking IP Value – and Risk – in M&A Deals
On Thursday, April 9, from 3:30 to 4:10 p.m. ET in Detroit, Bob will participate in a Smart Business Dealmakers Conference panel, “Hidden Value, Hidden Risk: The Critical Role of IP in M&A.” In transactions involving technology and intellectual property, value and risk are often two sides of the same asset. This session explores how […]
03.23.26
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Chris Carani, Phil Ruben, and Sean Sparrow Author Law360 Article, “Fed. Circ. Must Bury Design Patent Doctrinal Zombies”
Following the recent Federal Circuit decision in Range of Motion Products LLC v. Armaid Co. Inc., Chris, Phil, and Sean offer a unique perspective on the decision’s impact on design patent law. The article argues that the Federal Circuit should eliminate the “plainly dissimilar” test and reaffirm the Supreme Court’s “ordinary observer” test as the […]
03.11.26
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