Protecting Innovation in the Life Sciences: Updates and Key Trends in Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology IP Law

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We look forward to hosting our annual in-person seminar covering updates on key developments in US and European patent law and practice for the Boston life sciences community. Please join us for a lively discussion of recent case law, regulatory and PTO developments, and emerging trends shaping life sciences patent strategy in 2026.

Interactive discussion will cover:

• Developments in support and enablement case law in the US, including Duke and Seagen, and related discussion of changes to support and claim construction rules in Europe
• Changes to Patent Term Extension (PTE) and Supplementary Protection Certificate (SPC) practice in the US and Europe
• Hikma and the future of skinny labeling
• Updates on recent PTO procedures and practice, including IPR trends and EPR alternatives, addressing patentable subject matter rejections with declarations (SMEDs), and potential legislation surrounding terminal disclaimers

Presenters:
Jana E. Harris, Ph.D.
Jeffrey M. Jacobstein
Antoinette E. Nibbs, Ph.D.
Ryan P. O'Quinn. Ph.D.
Victoria A. Randall, Ph.D.
Mary C. Till
M. David Weingarten, Ph.D.