Join us for the third and final session in a dynamic series of workshops and office hours with expert attorneys from Morrison Foerster, designed specifically for university researchers and startup founders. Explore essential topics including corporate financing, licensing strategies, and patent protection to help you build a strong legal foundation for your venture. Whether you're launching your first company or navigating your next funding round, this is your chance to get practical insights and tailored guidance from legal professionals who understand innovation.
TOPIC: Patent Playbook: Practical Approaches to Filing and Beyond
This session we welcome Jeffrey Schmidt, Life Sciences Patent Attorney, and Karen Potter, Partner, both of Morrison Foerster, as they dive into the Patent Playbook: Practical Approaches to Filing and Beyond. Together, they will reveal how innovative companies strategically leverage patents and other intellectual property - from the earliest stages of invention through commercialization. The seminar will explore a hypothetical invention to illustrate creative approaches to protecting intellectual property, including patent protection, portfolio building, and competitive positioning. Attendees will gain practical insights into crafting intellectual property strategies that not only safeguard inventions but also enhance business value, while navigating evolving standards on eligibility and obviousness across jurisdictions. They will also explore how these strategies apply to emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence.
Event Schedule:
11:30 a.m. - Registration open with Boxed Lunch and Beverage available for pick up*
12 -1 p.m.- Lunch and Learn Session in Room 208
1 - 1:30 p.m. - Q&A
1:30 - 3:30 p.m. - Office Hours on 4th Floor with Mofo Reps, 20-minute slots available, sign up at the event
*Subject to availability
This event is powered by Morrison Foerster, a proud supporter of our innovation ecosystem.
