USPTO events for the weeks of November 4-15

Published on: 11/04/2024 11:51 AM

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USPTO Events

This week

November 4

Getting started with Patent Public Search 2 p.m. ET
Librarians from the Patent and Trademark Resource Center Program will demonstrate Patent Public Search features for new patent searchers.

November 5

Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 6: Responding to an office action 2 p.m. ET
This module of our eight-part virtual series will focus on office actions, which are the official letters that USPTO examining attorneys issue after reviewing your trademark application. 

November 6

Virtual office hour with USPTO patent examiners noon ET
Learn more about the USPTO patent examiner position, our tremendous benefits, and why employees love to work here.

Get equipped with the latest Patent Trial and Appeal Board resources noon ET
Join us virtually for our fourth Public Engagement Partnership meeting to get an overview of free resources for parties in proceedings before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board.

Trademark basics: Learn the fundamentals 7 p.m. ET
In this webinar co-hosted by the USPTO and the U.S. Intellectual Property Alliance, we’ll focus on trademark protection in the United States.

November 7

Intellectual property basics and helpful resources noon ET
Learn from USPTO experts about intellectual property basics and potential ways to protect your innovation as you transition from idea to product. 

Virtual office hour with USPTO trademark examining attorneys noon ET
Don't miss the opportunity to ask questions in real time and learn how trademark examining attorneys contribute to intellectual property protection.

The Path to a Patent, Part V: Understanding the role of claims in a patent application
2 p.m. ET
In this module of our eight-part recurring series, USPTO experts will discuss the parts of the claim, show examples of claim illustrations from issued U.S. patents, and help participants develop a better appreciation of how a patent examiner views a claim.

Attend DOCX filing training 2 p.m. ET
Learn how to file patent-related documents in DOCX format using Patent Center and hear from experts on our eCommerce Modernization team who will provide demonstrations and answer your questions. 

November 8

Federal trademark filing: Overview 3 p.m. ET
This webinar will introduce you to our new filing system in Trademark Center, including a pre-filing checklist, a filing demonstration, and where to find help.

November 9

One-day trademarks boot camp 9 a.m. PT
This is an in-person, one-day workshop in San Diego, California, for entrepreneurs, small businesses, and startups in communities with limited or no internet access, covering what they should know about trademarks.


Next week

November 12

Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 7: Keeping your registration alive 2 p.m. ET
This module of our eight-part virtual series will focus on what happens after registration, including mandatory filings to keep your registration alive.

November 13

Learn about mechanical disciplines at the Technology Centers 3600 and 3700 Customer Partnership Meeting 8:30 a.m. ET
Join us to learn about mechanical disciplines and perspectives from USPTO patent examiners and practitioners.

Virtual office hour with USPTO patent examiners noon ET
Learn more about the USPTO patent examiner position, our tremendous benefits, and why employees love to work here.

November 14

Join us for Noche de Ciencias (Night of Science) 2024 5:30 p.m. ET
Students and families can explore science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) at this in-person event in Alexandria, Virginia. Participants can check out exhibits, engage with hands-on activities, and learn about STEM concepts and careers. 

November 15

Name, Image, Likeness for student-athletes 9 a.m. PT
Are you interested in leveraging your image and influence to monetize your personal brand? This dynamic program offers invaluable insights and tools to transform your passion into profit.

Federal trademark searching: Overview 3 p.m. ET
Learn the fundamental mechanics of searching using the trademark search tool, including why you should search, basic search strategy, and where to find help.


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