This weekFebruary 25Learn how to conduct a patent search at the USPTO Southwest Regional Outreach Office
10 a.m. CT
Join us in Dallas for an in-person, interactive session on patent searching. You'll learn about patent searching tools and how to conduct a preliminary U.S. patent search. Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 8: Question-and-answer panel 2 p.m. ET
During the final session of this eight-part series, you'll meet attorneys and other trademark experts who can answer your trademark questions. February 27The Path to a Patent, Part V: Understanding the role of claims in a patent application
2 p.m. ET
Learn about the parts of a claim in a patent application, see examples of claim illustrations from issued U.S. patents, and hear how patent examiners view claims. Attend DOCX filing training 2 p.m. ET
In this webinar, patent applicants will learn how to file and retrieve their documents in DOCX format. We'll provide information, conduct a demo, and answer any questions. February 28Federal trademark filing: Overview 3 p.m. ET
Are you preparing to file an application to federally register your trademark? Or are you a trademark attorney interested in a new way of filing? Join this webinar to learn the basics of our new filing system, Trademark Center. Next weekMarch 4International agents and attorneys: Learn to think like a patent examiner with STEPP's four-day course noon ET
Get a better understanding of how examiners make decisions with this Stakeholder Training on Examination Practice and Procedure (STEPP) four-day course. March 5Trademark basics: Learn the fundamentals 7 p.m. ET
Are you a small business owner or entrepreneur interested in learning about trademarks and how to apply for a federal registration? If so, this event is a must-attend. March 6Intellectual property basics and helpful resources noon ET
An opportunity to learn from USPTO experts about intellectual property (IP) basics and potential ways to protect your innovation as you transition from idea to product. The Path to a Patent, Part VI: Pursuing patent protection abroad 2 p.m. ET
USPTO International Patent Legal Administration experts will discuss considerations and options for filing foreign patent applications and provide an overview of the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT). March 7Federal trademark searching: Overview 3 p.m. ET
This webinar will introduce you to the fundamental mechanics of searching using the trademark search tool. View all upcoming USPTO events. To invite a USPTO official to speak at your event, please complete our speaker request form. | 
