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Eligio Pimentel and Chris Scharff Present on Commercial Agreements at IP Law & Management Institute
On Sunday, Oct. 20 from 4:30 p.m. to 5:15 p.m. Pacific, Eligio and Chris will serve on the panel “Essentials and Pitfalls of IP Provisions in Commercial Agreements.” The panel will discuss best practices and red flags when drafting agreements, including how to customize an agreement to best protect your company. They will cover the […]
10.16.24
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Bob Surrette Quoted in Managing IP Article on Artificial Intelligence
In the Managing IP article, “Too much too soon? Firms reveal AI expectations,” Bob Surrette is quoted about the impact artificial intelligence will have on intellectual property law. Bob believes that “it’s not going to be this panacea that’s going to change our industry.” He sees AI as being helpful for tactical activities like developing […]
10.14.24
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Bob Surrette Covers Strategies for Monetizing and Maximizing IP Value in Crain’s Chicago Business Article
In a special Law Thought Leader Report in Crain’s Chicago Business, Bob shares how a well-designed IP monetization program can generate significant additional revenue, provide competitive advantages, and fuel growth. In the article, he discusses approaches for identifying IP assets for monetization and developing strategies that maximize outcomes. Read Bob’s article here.
10.14.24
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Bob Surrette Receives Illinois Tech Alumni Award
Congratulations to Bob on being selected as the Collens Merit Award winner, part of Illinois Tech’s annual Alumni Awards program. The Collens Merit Award is given to “an individual nominated by the staff and/or faculty who has demonstrated outstanding commitment to the future of Illinois Tech.” For more than 75 years, Alumni Awards have been […]
09.30.24
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Alejandro Menchaca Receives Hispanic Lawyers Association of Illinois Highest Honor
Congrats to Alex on being selected as the 2024 HLAI Aguila Award recipient. This award is considered the organization’s highest honor and recognizes “the exceptional efforts of outstanding members who fiercely promote the advancement of all Latinos in the legal profession regardless of their heritage or their role in the legal community. This award is […]
09.23.24
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Sharon Hwang Named to the Chicago History Museum Board of Trustees
Congrats to Sharon on being selected to serve a four-year term on the Board of Trustees at the Chicago History Museum (CHM). According to its website, “CHM strives to be a destination for learning, inspiration and civic engagement. Through dynamic exhibitions, tours, programs, digital resources, and special events, the Museum connects people to Chicago’s history […]
09.19.24
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Christopher V. Carani to Speak at UIC Law’s International IP Practice Webinar
On Sept. 26, at 9:20 a.m., Chris will speak on the panel “Key Developments in International Trademark & Design Law.” This IP seminar is a “half-day, comprehensive CLE program that brings together seasoned experts to provide instruction on the issues of contemporary significance covering patents, trademarks, and design rights.” Learn more and register here: https://bit.ly/3Xj3mRy
09.16.24
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McAndrews Secures Second Victory for Client Accord Healthcare, Inc.
On Sept. 9, 2024, Judge Bryson of the Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, sitting by designation for the District Court for the District of Delaware, issued an opinion in favor of McAndrews client Accord Healthcare, Inc. For the second time in as many years, the McAndrews ANDA litigation team successfully defended its client, […]
09.12.24
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