Introduction to IP with emphasis on patents

A supervisory patent examiner will give an overview of the intellectual property landscape, with a focus on the patent system, and answer general intellectual property questions during a live information session. This session is designed for inventors, entrepreneurs, and those who would like to learn what types of intellectual property are available to protect their inventions and creations.  Attendees will have a beginning to intermediate knowledge of the intellectual property system.

This event is free and open to the public. Space is limited. Please register by September 19, 2018.

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Please note that the Silicon Valley USPTO is a federal facility. Attendees are required to present a valid form of government-issued identification (driver license or passport) and may be subject to screening to gain access.

This event is accessible to individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation, including captioning, sign language interpreting, or other, please email siliconvalley@uspto.gov or call (408)918-9900.