How the UPC has Changed the Patent Landscape in Europe
February 18, 2025
SLW Institute Webinar
Tuesday, February 18, 2025
Time: 12:00 P.M. CT
Cost: Free
CLE: We will apply for 1.0 hours of CLE credit for Minnesota, California, Texas, and Washington state for this webinar
Join guest speaker Graham Burnett-Hall (Shoosmiths) and moderator Adeel Haroon (SLW) for an insightful discussion on the transformative impact of the Unified Patent Court (UPC) on European patent litigation. After 1.5 years of operation, the UPC has emerged as Europe's premier patent litigation forum, reshaping traditional approaches to patent enforcement and protection.
Key Topics:
Strategic interplay between UPC and national proceedings, particularly in life sciences/biotech and FRAND cases
Comparative analysis of UPC vs. traditional German bifurcated system
Forum shopping considerations between national courts and UPC divisions
Practical insights into UPC litigation teams and processes
Technical aspects of UPC proceedings, including:
Role of patent attorneys in litigation
Case management systems
Opposition proceedings
Language requirements
Timeline and procedural efficiency
This webinar offers essential insights for patent practitioners, in-house counsel, and professionals involved in European patent litigation. Attendees will gain practical understanding of the UPC's evolving role and its implications for international patent strategy.
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