It seems that not a day goes when by someone doesn’t come up with the “next big thing.” Even if your product doesn’t change the world, you certainly don’t want someone else taking credit for it. This CLE course on patent law will explain the importance of patents, the different types of patent protections and the patent application process.

The course will also review:

• Patent vs. Intellectual Property
• Typical Lifespan of Patents
• Preventing Loss of Rights
• Legal Requirements for Patentability
• Application Components
• Patent Application Filing
• Infringement Analysis
• Post Grant Procedures
• Remedies
• Assignment and Licensing