June 5
Virtual office hour with USPTO patent examiners noon ET
Bring your questions about the agency, the role of a USPTO patent examiner, and the hiring process to this informal Q&A session with current team members.
Trademark basics: Learn the fundamentals 7 p.m. ET
During this webinar, you'll learn definitions and types of trademarks, benefits of federal registration, how to select a trademark, and filing and registration procedures.
June 6
One-day patents boot camp 9 a.m. CT
This in-person only event, held in Hammond, Louisiana, will help you understand patents and intellectual property rights, the importance of claims in a patent application, and the various patent application requirements.
Exploring your options: USPTO resources and Small Business Innovation Research or Small Business Technology Transfer programs 10:30 a.m. ET
Learn how the SBIR/STTR programs work and what resources are available to help you navigate the processes. Additionally, get the latest on USPTO resources and programs to help you protect your intellectual property.
Path to Patent Part VII: How to file patent applications using Patent Center 2 p.m. ET
This presentation will feature filing application documents in DOCX format, including using Patent Center training mode to practice filing. You will learn about some helpful resources, such as the Inventors Assistance Center and the Patent Electronics Business Center.
June 7
Federal trademark searching: Overview 3 p.m. ET
This webinar will introduce attendees to the fundamental mechanics of searching using the trademark search tool.
June 8
One-day trademarks boot camp 9 a.m. CT
This in-person only event, held in Chicago, explores what trademarks are, the benefits of federal trademark registration, and the basics of the registration process. We’ll also discuss why it’s so important for any new business to select a trademark that is both federally registrable and legally protectable.
Next week
June 10
Attend the Public Engagement Partnership meeting: Learn how to search for prior art and file a third-party submission 11 a.m. ET
Get an in-depth look at how examiners search for prior art when reviewing a patent application and learn how you can provide input on pending patent applications that matter to you.
June 11
One-day patents boot camp 9 a.m. CT
This is an in-person, single-day workshop in Chicago for entrepreneurs, small businesses, and inventors that will cover tools, techniques, and resources to understand the patent application process.
Learn how to conduct a patent search at the USPTO Texas Regional Office 10 a.m. CT
This in-person, interactive session will be led by USPTO experts who will demonstrate how to conduct a patent search using the Patent Public Search tool.
Attend DOCX filing training 1 p.m. ET
Join us online to learn how to file patent-related documents in DOCX format using Patent Center. You will hear from experts on our eCommerce Modernization team, who will provide demonstrations and answer your questions.
Federal trademark searching 2 p.m. ET
This webinar will introduce attendees to the fundamental mechanics of searching using the trademark search tool.
June 12
Virtual office hour with USPTO patent examiners noon ET
Bring your questions about the agency, the role of a USPTO patent examiner, and the hiring process to this informal Q&A session with current team members.
LEAP to Chambers – Detroit 2 p.m. ET
LEAP-eligible practitioners will visit the Midwest Regional Office in Detroit for a PTAB judge-guided tour of PTAB’s facilities. They will also learn oral and written advocacy tips from PTAB judges.
Successful Inventing: Protection for your innovation 11 a.m. ET
The second event in the Successful Inventing series focuses on how to protect your innovation and will address the advantage of a patent, trademark, or copyright, as well as cost and timing.
Proud Innovation 2024: Getting your products to market 3 p.m. ET
Join us virtually as we share the stories of founders from the LGBTQIA+ entrepreneur community who developed their businesses from the ground up.
June 13
Virtual office hour with USPTO trademark examining attorneys noon ET
Learn more about the hiring process, how trademark examining attorneys contribute to the protection of intellectual property, what a day in the life looks like, and what it's like to work at America’s Innovation Agency.
The Path to a Patent, Part VIII: Common mistakes and post-filing support 2 p.m. ET
In the final part of this eight-part recurring series, you will learn about common mistakes to avoid, and you'll gain a better understanding of post-filing procedures and support.
Federal trademark searching 4 p.m. ET
This webinar will introduce attendees to the fundamental mechanics of searching using the trademark search tool.
