The AIPLA Annual Meeting is a premier event organized by the American Intellectual Property Law Association, bringing together intellectual property professionals from around the world. The 2022 meeting was held from October 27 to 29 at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center in National Harbor, Maryland, and marked the association's 125th anniversary.
The conference featured a diverse range of sessions covering key topics in intellectual property law. Attendees engaged in discussions on patent law, including the sufficiency of written descriptions for claimed ranges and the state of patent subject matter eligibility. Trademark sessions addressed the Trademark Modernization Act's impact on filing and maintaining trademarks, as well as professional responsibility in practice before the USPTO. Additionally, global design protection developments were explored, with insights into practices in the USA, Europe, and China.
Beyond the educational sessions, the meeting offered numerous networking opportunities, including luncheons, receptions, and special events like the Women in IP Law Breakfast. An exhibit hall showcased over 20 exhibitors, providing attendees with access to the latest products and services in the IP field. Notable speakers included esteemed professionals from various sectors, contributing to the event's rich educational experience.
The AIPLA Annual Meeting is ideal for intellectual property attorneys, corporate counsel, academics, and other professionals seeking to stay abreast of developments in IP law. The event provides a platform for learning, networking, and professional growth, making it a valuable experience for anyone involved in the IP community.
Speakers(35)
Ali Anoff
Senior Counsel at Procter & Gamble Company
Ali Anoff serves as Senior Counsel at Procter & Gamble Company, advising on intellectual property matters.
Amy Cotton
Deputy Commissioner for Trademark Examination Policy at USPTO
Amy Cotton serves as the Deputy Commissioner for Trademark Examination Policy at the USPTO.
Bernard Ledeboer
Board Member at European Patent Litigators Association
Bernard Ledeboer is a Board Member of the European Patent Litigators Association.
Brent A. Hawkins
Partner at Morgan Lewis
Brent A. Hawkins is a Partner at Morgan Lewis, focusing on intellectual property litigation.
Brian Murphy
Partner at Haug Partners LLP
Brian Murphy is a Partner at Haug Partners LLP, focusing on patent litigation and PTAB proceedings.
Charles Macedo
Partner at Amster Rothstein & Ebenstein LLP
Charles Macedo is a Partner at Amster Rothstein & Ebenstein LLP, focusing on intellectual property litigation.
Clara Jimenez
Senior Counsel, Patent Litigation at Johnson & Johnson
Clara Jimenez is Senior Counsel for Patent Litigation at Johnson & Johnson, managing complex IP disputes.
David Bohrer
Partner at Greenfield LLP
David Bohrer is a Partner at Greenfield LLP, focusing on patent litigation and trade secret disputes.
David J. Kappos
Partner at Cravath Swaine & Moore LLP
David J. Kappos is a Partner at Cravath Swaine & Moore LLP and former Director of the US Patent & Trademark Office.
Dunstan H. Barnes
Shareholder at McAndrews, Held & Malloy, Ltd.
Dunstan H. Barnes is a Shareholder at McAndrews, Held & Malloy, Ltd., specializing in design rights.
Hon. Barbara M. G. Lynn
Chief Judge at US District Court for the Northern District of Texas
Hon. Barbara M. G. Lynn serves as the Chief Judge for the US District Court for the Northern District of Texas.
Hon. Kathi Vidal
Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and Director at US Patent & Trademark Office
Hon. Kathi Vidal is the Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and Director of the US Patent & Trademark Office.
J. Scott Humphrey
Partner at Benesch
J. Scott Humphrey is a Partner at Benesch, specializing in trade secret litigation.
James Donald Smith
Chief Intellectual Property Counsel at Ecolab
James Donald Smith is the Chief Intellectual Property Counsel at Ecolab and former Chief Judge of the PTAB.
Jim Crowne
Former Deputy Executive Director at AIPLA
Jim Crowne is the Former Deputy Executive Director of AIPLA, with extensive experience in IP law.
Jonathan Bowser
Partner at Haynes and Boone, LLP
Jonathan Bowser is a Partner at Haynes and Boone, LLP, focusing on post-grant proceedings and patent litigation.
Kim Van Voorhis
Senior Counsel at Nike
Kim Van Voorhis is Senior Counsel at Nike, specializing in trademark law and brand protection.
Laura Purcell Verdun
Owner at Voicetrainer, LLC
Laura Purcell Verdun is the Owner of Voicetrainer, LLC, specializing in voice therapy and training.
Lauren Rose Keller
European and U.S. Litigator
Lauren Rose Keller is an experienced litigator with expertise in both European and U.S. patent law.
Lisa Collins
Partner at BakerHostetler
Lisa Collins is a Partner at BakerHostetler, specializing in intellectual property law.
Mark C. Vallone
Senior Counsel at IBM Corporation
Mark C. Vallone is Senior Counsel at IBM Corporation, specializing in patent law and innovation strategies.
Mel Garner
Partner at Leason Ellis
Mel Garner is a Partner at Leason Ellis and a Past President of AIPLA.
Monica McCabe
Assistant General Counsel at US Copyright Office
Monica McCabe is an Assistant General Counsel at the US Copyright Office.
Monica Riva-Talley
Director at Sterne Kessler Goldstein & Fox
Monica Riva-Talley is a Director at Sterne Kessler Goldstein & Fox, focusing on trademark law.
Patrick Coyne
Partner at Finnegan
Patrick Coyne is a Partner at Finnegan and served as the AIPLA President during the 2022 Annual Meeting.
Russ Slifer
CEO at Black Hills IP
Russ Slifer is the CEO of Black Hills IP, with extensive experience in patent law and intellectual property management.
Savaria Harris
Vice President, Law, Patient Engagement & Customer Solutions at The Janssen Pharmaceutical Companies of Johnson & Johnson
Savaria Harris is the Vice President of Law for Patient Engagement & Customer Solutions at Janssen Pharmaceuticals.
Stephanie H. Bald
Partner at Kelly IP
Stephanie H. Bald is a Partner at Kelly IP, specializing in trademark law and litigation.
Tara Trask
President at Trask Consulting
Tara Trask is the President of Trask Consulting, providing expertise in trial consulting and jury research.
Vicky Salmon
English Solicitor, UK and European Patent Attorney, Patent Attorney Litigator
Vicky Salmon is an English Solicitor and UK and European Patent Attorney with extensive litigation experience.
Vincent E. Garlock
Executive Director at AIPLA
Vincent E. Garlock serves as the Executive Director of the American Intellectual Property Law Association.
W. Keith Robinson
Professor of Law at Wake Forest University School of Law
W. Keith Robinson is a Professor of Law at Wake Forest University, specializing in patent law.
Will Covey
Deputy General Counsel and OED Director at US Patent & Trademark Office
Will Covey is the Deputy General Counsel and OED Director at the US Patent & Trademark Office.
Willem Hoyng
Chair of the UPC Advisory Committee at Hoyng Rokh Monegier
Willem Hoyng is the Chair of the UPC Advisory Committee and a Partner at Hoyng Rokh Monegier.
Zong-Wei (Wade) Lin
Patent Counsel at Berkeley Lights
Zong-Wei (Wade) Lin is a Patent Counsel at Berkeley Lights, specializing in intellectual property law.
Event Details
- Date
- October 27, 2022
- Location
- 🇺🇸 National Harbor, United States
- Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center
- Pricing
- $995 - $1,695
- Audience
- Intellectual property attorneys, corporate counsel, academics, and other IP professionals.
- CLE Credits
- 690 minutes, including 60 minutes of Ethics and 60 minutes of Elimination of Bias
- Attendees
- Over 1,400 attendees