PTAB LEAP: AIA Oral Hearing Encore

The PTAB LEAP: AIA Oral Hearing Encore is a virtual event organized by the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) as part of its Legal Experience and Advancement Program (LEAP). Scheduled for May 17, 2024, from 12:00 to 1:30 p.m. ET, this session aims to provide practitioners with a platform to present arguments in a mock America Invents Act (AIA) trial proceeding before a panel of PTAB administrative patent judges.

The event will feature a mock oral hearing where practitioners will demonstrate their advocacy skills in a simulated AIA trial setting. Following the mock hearing, a panel discussion will be held to evaluate the effectiveness of the arguments and approaches presented during the session. This discussion will offer insights into best practices and strategies for successful oral advocacy before the PTAB.

Notable speakers for this event include Jeremy Monaldo from Fish & Richardson, Larissa Bifano from DLA Piper, David Cavanaugh from Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr, and Sangeeta Shah from Brooks Kushman. Their combined expertise will provide attendees with valuable perspectives on PTAB proceedings and oral advocacy techniques.

This event is particularly beneficial for patent practitioners seeking to enhance their oral advocacy skills before the PTAB. Participants will gain firsthand experience in presenting arguments and receive constructive feedback from experienced professionals, making it an excellent opportunity for both novice and seasoned practitioners to refine their techniques.