Schedule Overview
Thursday, October 1
*All times are listed in Central time zone.
| 10:30–11:40 a.m. | Welcome and Opening Session: Recruiting and Onboarding IP Talent in the Wake of the Pandemic |
| 11:50–12:55 p.m. | Part 1: Overview of the USPTO Patent Center and DOCX filing Part 2: Legislative Update |
| 1:05–1:35 p.m. | Networking Lunch and Bingo |
| 1:45–2:50 p.m. | Leading a Virtual Team in an IP Practice |
| 3:00–4 p.m. | Idea Exchange and Closing |
The schedule is subject to change.
Here are some highlights of this year’s Intellectual Property Virtual Conference:
- We will explore the ability to digitally collaborate and leverage technology in the new normal, as well as how to manage this successfully in an IP practice.
- An HR expert will describe tips and tools that will enable us to make better decisions about the operation of our IP business.
- USPTO experts will discuss updates that may affect how we manage our IP practices, and they will provide an update on the new Patent Center.
- Back by popular demand, the Idea Exchange will offer an opportunity to learn and engage with other attendees.