March 26
Strategies for protecting and enforcing intellectual property in China: What Illinois businesses need to know 8:30 a.m. CT
Experts from the U.S. government, IP attorneys, and local businesspeople will share their insights on how U.S. rights holders can protect and enforce their IP in China and the United States.
Learn how to conduct a patent search at the USPTO Texas Regional Office 10 a.m. CT
Are you interested in learning more about patent searching? Attend this in-person, interactive session where experts will share how to conduct a search using the Patent Public Search tool.
SOaR presents: How to use Patent Public Search tool (PPUBS) to search like an examiner
1 p.m. ET
This virtual training from an expert will highlight techniques examiners use for the Patent Public Search tool (PPUBS). See live search demonstrations and learn how to search like an examiner.
March 27
Public symposium on AI and IP 10 a.m. PT
The USPTO's AI/ET Partnership will hold a public symposium on intellectual property and artificial intelligence. The symposium will build on previous AI/Emerging Technologies (ET) events and feature panel discussions by experts in the field of patent, trademark, and copyright law.
2024 Women’s Entrepreneurship Symposium: Understanding the global impact of women in IP 1 p.m. ET
Learn how women entrepreneurs from around the world are bringing their innovations to impact in the global marketplace. Hear about how they got started and the opportunities that exist for women innovators.
March 28
USPTO PTAB/TTAB Stadium Tour – Live at Southern University 10 a.m. CT
Are you interested in learning about intellectual property law or practicing before the PTAB or TTAB? Observe judges and counsel in action, learn about the structure and format of proceedings, and join a networking reception at this in-person program.
A day in the life of a USPTO patent examiner noon ET
Learn more about the USPTO patent examiner position, our tremendous benefits, and why employees love to work here.
PTAB Inventor Hour – Episode 26 noon ET
This episode will feature an interview with a special guest, Jacqueline Bonilla, Deputy Chief Administrative Judge of the PTAB and Senior Legal Advisor to the Director of the USPTO.
Attend DOCX filing training 1 p.m. ET
This event is a must for patent applicants learning to navigate filing and retrieving their documents in DOCX format. We will provide information, conduct a demo, and answer questions.
March 29
Federal trademark searching: Overview 3 p.m. ET
This webinar will introduce attendees to the fundamental mechanics of searching using the trademark search tool.
Next Week
April 2
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 1: Fundamentals 2 p.m. ET
A must for any new trademark owner. In this module, we’ll cover definitions and types of trademarks, benefits of federal registration, selecting a trademark, filing and registration, and how to find help.
April 3
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.
April 4
One-day patents boot camp 9 a.m. CT
This free, one-day patents workshop will cover tools, techniques, and resources to understand the patent application process.
April 5
One-day trademarks boot camp 9 a.m. CT
Join us for a free, one-day trademarks workshop that explores what trademarks are, the benefits of federal trademark registration, and the basics of the registration process.
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