USPTO events for the weeks of April 14-25

Published on: 04/14/2025 9:14 AM

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USPTO Events

This week

April 15

Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 3: Searching 2 p.m. ET
In this module, we'll focus on important principles related to federal trademark clearance searching and effective use of the USPTO’s trademark database.

April 16

USPTO Hour: Patents priorities for FY2025 and fraud and threat mitigation noon ET
Check out our new webinar series, USPTO Hour, where you'll have a unique opportunity to engage with agency leadership and subject matter experts. This first session will be hosted by Patents, covering their priorities for 2025 and fraud and threat mitigation.

April 17

Learn about the new interim processes relating to institution in AIA proceedings noon ET
Join the next Boardside Chat webinar for a discussion about the new interim processes for Patent Trial and Appeal Board workload management. 

The Path to a Patent, Part II: Drafting provisional patent applications 2 p.m. ET
In part two of this series, we'll discuss key differences between provisional and nonprovisional patent applications, filing requirements and fees, the different ways to file a provisional application, and more.

April 18

Federal trademark searching: Overview 3 p.m. ET
This webinar will introduce you to the fundamental mechanics of using our trademark search system. It’s geared toward new users and those interested in conducting basic searches.


Next week

April 22

Learn to think like a patent examiner with STEPP's four-day course noon ET
Registered patent attorneys and agents will learn how examiners review applications, conduct searches, write office actions, and more at this immersive multi-day virtual training. Submit an interest form by April 15 to be considered.

Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 4: Application requirements 2 p.m. ET
In this session of our eight-part series, we'll focus on the requirements for an initial trademark application. Knowing what you need up front when applying for trademark registration will help your filing process go more smoothly, and there will be time for questions at the end.

April 24

The Path to a Patent, Part III: Patent searching 2 p.m. ET
Searching existing patents is an important step when you begin your patent journey. In this session of our eight-part series, USPTO experts will discuss preliminary searching, suggested strategies, and more.

April 25

Federal trademark filing: Overview 3 p.m. ET
If you're a small business owner preparing to file an application to federally register your trademark or an experienced trademark attorney or paralegal interested in a new way of filing, join this webinar to learn the fundamentals of our new filing system in Trademark Center.


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