Annual Conference for Senior Patent Administrators
Newly updated outline programme now available – including the new Unitary Patent (UP) and the Unified Patent Court (UPC) which came into full force in June 2023.
The event is very participative, providing plenty of time for open questions and round table discussions with the experts. To maximise the benefit from attending this event, please bring your questions along so you can get the answers and solutions you need.
Attending this event is also a chance to learn more about procedural issues and the practical aspects of the EPO, WIPO and USPTO, and how the Unitary Patent Court coming into operation impacts you.
At the end of day one you are invited to a drinks reception where you will have the opportunity to network with other delegates, and share your experiences and views on important patent formalities issues.
Why this conference is important for you
- The programme is designed exclusively for you and your colleagues, not for lawyers and attorneys
- In just one event, you will hear information about:
- the EPO, WIPO and USPTO
- latest tips and best practices
- projected changes for the next year so you’re ahead of the game
- latest developments of the UP and UPC and its impact to date
- The expert speakers have first-hand practical experience and knowledge of their areas which they will share with you
A unique networking opportunity
By talking to other delegates you will be able to:
- share your experiences
- find the answers to your questions
- take home solutions to your problems
- build contacts through networking
As a result you will:
- have the most up to date information to enable you to excel in your role
- get to grips with best practice and procedures
- be able to work more efficiently and effectively
- avoid mistakes, saving time and money
Upcoming start dates
Suitability - Who should attend?
Benefits of attending
By attending this event you will learn about:
- EPO and European patent formalities
- A review of the changes to the European patent grant procedure that have entered into force in recent years, including:
- New PPH partner offices
- Developments with respect to the electronic filing of documents
- Fee changes
- 10 day rule changes
- The Unitary Patent
- Practicalities and benefits of filing
- How to obtain a UP
- Re-establishment of rights and renewals
- PCT update and best practices
- Recent PCT Rule and other practice changes
- Effective use of ePCT for filing and post-filing
- Best practices for the international and the national phase
- US update and best practice
- US application filing options
- Surcharge for non-DocX application filings
- PCT national phase in the US
- Continuation, Divisional, Continuation-in-Part
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