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- Andrew D. Stover
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Featured CLEar Knowledge
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- Patent Reform - Qui Tam and the False Marking Statute
- Trevor K. Copeland, Arthur Gollwitzer III, and Prof. Elizabeth Winston debate the issues (moderated by Prof. Adam Mossoff)
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Featured CLEar Knowledge
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- Patent Enforcement after Passage of the America Invents Act: The Comparative Advantages of the ITC and District Court
- Carl C. Charneski, Timothy Q. Delaney, Anastasia (Stacy) Heffner, Jay H. Reiziss and Lyle Vander Schaaf discussed the impact of the recently-enacted America Invents Act on the choice of forum for patent enforcement. They also addressed the relative advantages of the ITC to district courts from the perspective of the patentee and the defendant.
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Featured CLEar Knowledge
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- Hot Topics in IP Law: Techniques for Protecting Weak Trademarks
- Brinks' Trademark Practice Group partnered with the Chicago Chapter of the Association of Corporate Counsel to present "Hot Topics in IP Law: Techniques for Protecting Weak Trademarks." The seminar addressed the difficulties with establishing and protecting “weak” trademarks. Howard S. Michael and Scott J. Slavick were the featured presenters along with Winnie Kuo, corporate counsel at Morton Salt. Please note: This program does not offer CLE credit.
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Featured CLEar Knowledge
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- Patent Reform: What Should You Be Doing Now? Part II
- Allen R. Baum and Ryan L. Marshall discussed strategies for taking advantage of the new proceedings and provisions in the U.S. patent system. Brinks is an accredited MCLE provider in Illinois and this program is worth 1.0 hour of general CLE credit.
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Patent Prosecution

A patent is much more than a symbol of innovation; it is the spark that ignites and drives the engine of our modern economy and it provides the framework for business success. Our patent prosecution attorneys have experience in obtaining patents in every major technical field worldwide, including biotechnology, computer science, electronics, chemistry, pharmaceuticals, nanotechnology and mechanical engineering.

We excel in protecting your interests because we share the excitement of your innovations and develop your patent rights with a deep understanding of the myriad of laws, rules and procedures that change and evolve with advances in technology.

Our experience and insight into your needs enables us to obtain patents tailored to optimize your enforcement and licensing options. We are prepared to negotiate and obtain whatever licenses or agreements are required to protect your interests. In addition, our International Patent Group serves as a full-service resource for global companies by establishing, protecting and enforcing patent portfolios around the world.