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As we do each year, were dedicating the last day of December to readers' comments on what the IP landscape would look like to them if a little thing called reality was not an issue. So, below are our participants heartfelt IP wishes for 2025.
We are seeking a law student for a paid IP/Trademark internship ($25/hr) from May 2025 to August 2025 (dates are flexible, minimum 10 weeks is required). Applications will be accepted through February 28, 2025. To learn more about our firm, and our work and values, please visit our website.
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This latest edition features an interview with retiring longtime Wilson Sonsini IP partner Vern Norviel and articles on MedTech and pharma trends for 2025, the eligibility of life sciences companies for qualified small business stock, what life sciences companies need to know about brands, double-patenting jeopardy, and life sciences venture financings (..)
Attention IP and tech enthusiasts! We are very excited to announce the SpicyIP Tech Innovation Policy Fellowship 2025! The SpicyIP Tech Innovation Policy Fellowship is distinct from our existing SpicyIP Fellowship , and we see it as a significant step towards creating a more collaborative and productive IP innovation ecosystem.
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Deadline The voting is open until 31 January 2025. Winners will be announced in February 2025. We eagerly anticipate your nominations and look forward to celebrating another year of exceptional IP scholarship! We eagerly anticipate your nominations and look forward to celebrating another year of exceptional IP scholarship!
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There is no time to waste with so many opportunities and events in the IP field! Another (IP) week has begun and it's time to catch up with the usual IPKat round-up of IP developments, events, and opportunities. 2025 National Patent Application Drafting Competition The U.S. For further information, click here.
The new rules went into effect on February 3, 2025. International Trade Commission (ITC) recently amended its Rules and Regulations, making a number of changes to its discovery and complaint-filing procedures. Parties litigating at the ITC should be aware of these new changes and its impact on discovery and case.
A new year has just begun and, as expected, new IP adventures and opportunities are on the horizon as well! If that sounds like your (Kat)calling, do not forget to apply by 20 January 2025. The deadline for submitting your preferences is 31 January 2025. Students are invited to submit papers by 31 January 2025.
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