Boston Intellectual Property Law Association Annual Meeting
The Boston Intellectual Property Law Association (BIPLA) hosts its Annual Meeting to bring together professionals in the field of intellectual property law. This event serves as a platform for members to discuss recent developments, share insights, and network with peers in the industry.
The meeting typically covers a range of topics pertinent to intellectual property law, including patent litigation, trademark issues, copyright developments, and emerging trends in technology law. Sessions often feature expert panels, case study analyses, and discussions on legislative updates affecting the IP landscape.
Attendees can expect opportunities for professional development through workshops and seminars led by distinguished speakers. The event also includes networking sessions designed to foster connections among practitioners, academics, and industry leaders.
This gathering is ideal for attorneys, legal scholars, and professionals involved in intellectual property law who are seeking to stay informed about current issues and to engage with a community dedicated to the advancement of IP practice.
Speakers(20)
Alexander Ried
Partner at McCarter & English, LLP
Courtney Herndon
Associate at Mintz, Levin, Cohn, Ferris, Glovsky and Popeo, P.C.
Ms. Herndon practices in the field of intellectual property law.
David Hricik
Professor of Law at Mercer Law School
Professor Hricik specializes in legal ethics and patent law, providing insights into ethical considerations in intellectual property practice.
David Olson
Professor at Boston College Law School
Professor Olson teaches and researches in the area of intellectual property law.
Emily Hayes
Attorney at Mewburn Ellis
Emma Graham
Attorney at Mewburn Ellis
Howah Hung
Senior Legal & IP Counsel, Senior Director at Constellation Pharmaceuticals
Mr. Hung oversees legal and intellectual property matters at Constellation Pharmaceuticals.
Jonathan Lovely
Partner at McCarter & English, LLP
Lawrence T. Stanley, Jr.
Interlocutory Attorney at United States Patent & Trademark Office Trademark Trial and Appeal Board
Mr. Stanley serves as an Interlocutory Attorney at the USPTO's Trademark Trial and Appeal Board.
Lori Shyavitz
Partner at McCarter & English, LLP
Michael DeGrazia
Partner at McCarter & English, LLP
Dr. DeGrazia specializes in patent law, focusing on biotechnology and life sciences.
Michelle Han
Senior Patent Counsel at Novartis Institutes for BioMedical Research, Inc.
Nicole Rizzo Smith
Global Trademark Counsel at Seqirus
Ms. Smith manages global trademark portfolios and strategies.
Patrick Concannon
Partner at Nutter McClennen & Fish LLP
Peter Karol
Professor at New England Law School
Professor Karol specializes in intellectual property law.
Sarah Kostiuk Smith
Attorney at Mewburn Ellis
Sharona H. Sternberg
Partner at Sunstein LLP
Ms. Sternberg specializes in trademark and copyright law.
Valencia Martin Wallace
Deputy Commissioner for Patents at United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)
As Deputy Commissioner for Patents, Ms. Martin Wallace manages and leads the Patent Organization’s efforts related to international IP harmonization and oversees patent examining functions in various technology centers. She is also the Executive Lead for the USPTO’s National Council for Expanding American Innovation (NCEAI).
Wyley Proctor
Partner at McCarter & English, LLP
Zick Rubin
Of Counsel at Archstone Law Group P.C.
Mr. Rubin provides counsel on intellectual property matters.
Event Details
- Date
- June 10, 2021
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Boston, United States
- To be announced
- Audience
- Attorneys, legal scholars, and IP professionals