U.S. Patent Prosecution and Litigation in the Pharmaceutical, Chemical, and Biotech Fields

Understanding U.S. patent law is vital for legal professionals serving innovative Japanese companies. Designed for in-house practitioners who are familiar with the basic requirements of U.S. patent law, this seminar addresses the current key issues for obtaining and enforcing U.S. patent protection. As seasoned lawyers with a wealth of experience in the pharmaceutical, chemical, and biotech fields, the speakers will discuss strategies for obtaining and protecting valuable U.S. patents.

The topics are set forth below. A reception will follow the presentations.

• Litigating Life Science and Chemical Patents
• Pre-litigation Investigations
• The Reexamination Process
• Recent Developments at the USPTO under Director Kappos
• Drafting and Prosecuting Life Science Patents - Preparing Your Application for Litigation

Location:

Tokyo
UDX Conference
UDX カンファレンス

Moderator:
Naoki Yoshida