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About the Course:

Unlocking PTAB Procedures: Expert Insights and Recent Trends

Meta Description: Delve into the latest updates at the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) with our comprehensive webinar. Led by patent attorney Scott McKeown, explore critical topics like General Plastic factors, standing requirements for inter partes review, and the impact of PTAB proceedings on district court litigation.

Description:

Join us for an insightful webinar as we navigate the dynamic landscape of the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB). Led by Scott McKeown, Partner at Ropes & Gray and renowned PTAB expert, this session offers a deep dive into key procedural changes and emerging trends shaping patent law.

Key Discussion Points:

• General Plastic Factors: Gain valuable insights into the General Plastic factors and their influence on AIA trial petitions, empowering you to strategize effectively in PTAB challenges.
• Impact on Business Methods Patents: Explore the ramifications of the termination of the Covered Business Methods track at the PTAB and its implications for challenging business methods patents.
• Standing Requirements for Inter Partes Review: Learn about the standing requirements essential for mounting successful inter partes review challenges and optimizing your approach.
• PTAB Proceedings and Start-Up Companies: Discover how start-up companies can leverage PTAB procedures to their advantage when navigating patent invalidity challenges.
• Expert Testimony and Discovery: Understand the nuances of expert testimony availability and the extent of discovery permitted during PTAB proceedings, crucial for building a robust case.

Highlighted Decisions:

• General Plastic Co., Ltd. v. Canon Kabushiki Kaisha
• Shenzhen Silver Star Intelligent Technology Co. Ltd., v. iRobot Corp
• NHK Spring Co. Ltd. v. Intri-Plex Technologies Inc.
• Wirtgen America, Inc. v. Caterpillar Paving Products Inc.
• Valve Corp. v. Elec. Scripting Prods., Inc.
• Adobe Inc. v. Rah Color Techs. LLC

About the Course Leader:

Scott McKeown is a distinguished patent attorney with extensive experience in post-grant patent counseling and litigation matters. With a focus on PTAB proceedings, Scott has handled over 270 PTAB matters since 2012, making him one of the most active PTAB trial attorneys in the U.S. Scott’s expertise extends to complex International Trade Commission (ITC) and district court litigations, providing valuable insights for his clients.

Duration: Approximately 1.5 hours