2025-03-31 2025-03-31 , online online, 1,150 € plus tax James C. Signor https://forum-institut.com/seminar/25098000-u-s-patent-formalities-solving-challenges-for-global-practitioners/referenten/25/25_09/25098000-online-seminar-us-patent-formalities_signor-james-c.jpg U.S. Patent Formalities: Solving Challenges for Global Practitioners

This live webcast provides in-depth guidance on effectively protecting your patent in the U.S. It offers a comprehensive overview of the formal requirements for U.S. patent prosecution, ensuring compliance and minimizing procedural risks.

The contents of your online course
  • Relevant law, rules and guidelines for a U.S. patent application
  • Requirements and formal documents
  • Example filing of patent application - documents and amendments
  • Prosecuting a U.S. patent application: objections/rejections, timing, RCE practice and appeals
  • Post-issuance of a granted U.S. patent, i.a. Inter Partes and Post-Grant Reviews
  • How to identify patentable innovations


Who should attend
Do you work as an IP administrator, legal assistant, formalities manager/officer or paralegal and deal with U.S. patent formalities?

Then this online course is designed for your and all those who require an overview of the administrative and formalities requirements of the U.S. patent system.
The objectives of your online course
Are you struggling with the complex formal requirements of U.S. patents? Do procedural mistakes delay your applications and increase costs?

Many practitioners face uncertainty about necessary papers, forms, and fee structures, while also grappling with understanding patent eligibility criteria under U.S. law. Managing counterpart applications across multiple jurisdictions presents additional challenges that can impact prosecution timelines and outcomes.

This comprehensive online course provides practical guidance to navigate and overcome the formal requirements of U.S. patent prosecution. Participants will learn:

  • Essential papers, forms, and fees required for successful U.S. patent practice
  • Best practices for meeting formality requirements efficiently
  • Strategic approaches to successfully navigate prosecution of applications from filing to grant
  • Practical solutions to commonly encountered procedural problems
  • Critical differences between U.S. and European formalities

Specially tailored for patent administrators, this course offers in-depth understanding of the U.S. Patent System with emphasis on effective management of counterpart applications. Participants will have ample opportunity to raise questions on all procedural aspects and discuss real-world challenges with experienced professionals.
Your benefit

  • Mastering U.S. Patent Formalities and Procedures

Gain a clear understanding of the essential laws, rules, and guidelines governing U.S. patent applications. The seminar provides step-by-step guidance on required documents, forms, and fees, helping you avoid costly procedural mistakes and streamline your filing process.

  • Enhancing Prosecution Strategies and Efficiency

Assess best practices to handle objections, rejections, RCE practice, and appeals effectively. By understanding prosecution timelines and strategies, you can reduce delays and improve the chances of a successful grant.

  • Strengthening Multijurisdictional Patent Management

Navigate the complexities of managing U.S. applications alongside international filings. The course covers key challenges in coordinating applications across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring more efficient and synchronized prosecution strategies.

Online Seminar - U.S. Patent Formalities

U.S. Patent Formalities:
Solving Challenges for Global Practitioners

The Guide to the Formal Requirements

Benefits
  • Practical, first-hand expertise
  • Succinct and effective knowledge transfer
  • Seminar material as a source of reference

Webcode 25098000

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Speakers

James C. Signor

Attorney at Law, Leydig, Voit & Mayer, Frankfurt (Germany)

James C. Signor focuses his practice on serving European clients in all aspects of U.S. intellectual property law. His patent prosecution practice has a particular emphasis in the mechanical, electrical and computer fields. He is also experienced in drafting opinions on patent validity, patentability and the freedom to operate, drafting petitions for reexamination and Inter Partes Review, assisting in patent infringement litigation and counseling with respect to litigation-related matters, performing due diligence and negotiating and drafting license and joint development agreements.

Magki Strati

Patent Paralegal, Leydig, Voit & Mayer Frankfurt

Magki Strati supports the Leydig, Voit & Mayer Frankfurt office as a patent paralegal and has been an integral part of the firm for the past two years. She possesses comprehensive knowledge of USPTO rules and practices and holds a law degree from the University of Bucharest. Magki is committed to ensuring clients receive the best possible support in their intellectual property endeavors.

Everything at a glance

Appointment

22/09/2025

22/09/2025

Period

09:00 to 17:00 CET

09:00 to 17:00 CET
Venue

online

online

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Event - 1,150 € plus tax
The fee includes online participation, access to the learning platform as well as course documentation for download.

Event - 1,150 € plus tax
The fee includes online participation, access to the learning platform as well as course documentation for download.

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Dr. Viola Prifti
Conference Manager

+49 6221 500-660
v.prifti@forum-institut.de

Details

This live webcast provides in-depth guidance on effectively protecting your patent in the U.S. It offers a comprehensive overview of the formal requirements for U.S. patent prosecution, ensuring compliance and minimizing procedural risks.

The contents of your online course

  • Relevant law, rules and guidelines for a U.S. patent application
  • Requirements and formal documents
  • Example filing of patent application - documents and amendments
  • Prosecuting a U.S. patent application: objections/rejections, timing, RCE practice and appeals
  • Post-issuance of a granted U.S. patent, i.a. Inter Partes and Post-Grant Reviews
  • How to identify patentable innovations


Who should attend
Do you work as an IP administrator, legal assistant, formalities manager/officer or paralegal and deal with U.S. patent formalities?

Then this online course is designed for your and all those who require an overview of the administrative and formalities requirements of the U.S. patent system.

The objectives of your online course

Are you struggling with the complex formal requirements of U.S. patents? Do procedural mistakes delay your applications and increase costs?

Many practitioners face uncertainty about necessary papers, forms, and fee structures, while also grappling with understanding patent eligibility criteria under U.S. law. Managing counterpart applications across multiple jurisdictions presents additional challenges that can impact prosecution timelines and outcomes.

This comprehensive online course provides practical guidance to navigate and overcome the formal requirements of U.S. patent prosecution. Participants will learn:

  • Essential papers, forms, and fees required for successful U.S. patent practice
  • Best practices for meeting formality requirements efficiently
  • Strategic approaches to successfully navigate prosecution of applications from filing to grant
  • Practical solutions to commonly encountered procedural problems
  • Critical differences between U.S. and European formalities

Specially tailored for patent administrators, this course offers in-depth understanding of the U.S. Patent System with emphasis on effective management of counterpart applications. Participants will have ample opportunity to raise questions on all procedural aspects and discuss real-world challenges with experienced professionals.

Your benefit

  • Mastering U.S. Patent Formalities and Procedures

Gain a clear understanding of the essential laws, rules, and guidelines governing U.S. patent applications. The seminar provides step-by-step guidance on required documents, forms, and fees, helping you avoid costly procedural mistakes and streamline your filing process.

  • Enhancing Prosecution Strategies and Efficiency

Assess best practices to handle objections, rejections, RCE practice, and appeals effectively. By understanding prosecution timelines and strategies, you can reduce delays and improve the chances of a successful grant.

  • Strengthening Multijurisdictional Patent Management

Navigate the complexities of managing U.S. applications alongside international filings. The course covers key challenges in coordinating applications across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring more efficient and synchronized prosecution strategies.

Detailed programme

09:00 to 17:00 CET

08:30 - 09:00

Registration

09:00 - 09:15 Introduction of participants


09:15 - 10:00

Introduction to the U.S. patent system and to the USPTO
  • Laws, rules and USPTO guidelines
  • USPTO website and resources
  • Patent Center
  • Global Dossier

10:00 - 10:15 Q&A


10:15 - 10:45

Requirements and formal documents for a U.S. patent application - Part I
  • Types of U.S. patent applications
  • Parts of a U.S. patent application and required filing forms
  • Applicant and assignment
  • Example filing of a sample U.S. patent application (National Phase)
  • Example filing documents and amendments with Patent Center
  • Differences for other application types

10:45 - 11:00 Coffee break


11:00 - 11:45

Requirements and formal documents for a U.S. patent application - Part II
  • Types of U.S. patent applications
  • Parts of a U.S. patent application and required filing forms
  • Applicant and assignment
  • Example filing of a sample U.S. patent application (National Phase)
  • Example filing documents and amendments with Patent Center
  • Differences for other application types

12:00 - 12:30

Post-Issuance of a granted U.S. patent
  • Term and PTA
  • Payment of maintenance fees
  • Reissue and Certificates of Correction
  • Patent Marking

12:30 - 13:30 Lunch break


13:30 - 14:30

Prosecuting a U.S. patent application
  • USPTO papers issued after filing
  • Accelerated Examination possibilities
  • Information Disclosure Statements (IDS)
  • Office Actions, restriction, requirements, types of rejections, requirements for patentability
  • Examiner interviews and Ombudsman
  • After-final practice
  • Requests for Continued Examination (RCEs)
  • Appeals
  • Allowance and issuance

14:30 - 14:45 Q&A


14:45 - 15:30

Challenging patents at the USPTO
  • 3rd party submissions
  • Inter Partes Review (IPR)
  • Post-Grant Review (PGR)
  • Covered Business Methods (CBM)

15:30 - 15:45 Q&A


15:45 - 16:00 Coffee break


16:00 - 16:45

How to identify what innovations can be patented
  • Patentable vs. Non-Patentable Innovations
  • Understanding Patentability Criteria
  • Conducting a Preliminary Patent Search
  • Processes for Identifying Patentable Innovations
  • Handling Common Challenges (what to file, business goals, etc.)

16:45 - 17:00 Q&A


17:00 End of the course


Further information

Documentation

Participants will receive comprehensive course materials prepared by the speaker, providing detailed documentation that serves as a valuable reference for future use.

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  • ''The fact that it was a smaller group allowed a good exchange of experience within the subject; very good material, good speaker, time for questions and discussions!'

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Testimonials

Gives a great idea of the US Rule & guidelines.

IP Admin

Very informative and complete, even if you already have a lot of US experience.

Formalities Officer

Gives a great overview and understanding of the US prosecution.

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'It was much more in-depth as I expected, which was really great! Great speaker, great masterclass and it was nice to meet colleagues from other countries and companies!'

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'The fact that it was a smaller group allowed a good exchange of experience within the subject; very good material, good speaker, time for questions and discussions!'

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