Prosecution
BSKB has been preparing and prosecuting patent applications for our clients since 1976. Our attorneys have substantial experience in preparing and prosecuting patent applications as well as providing validity and infringement opinions, portfolio management and client counseling in the area of chemistry/biotech, electronics/information technology, and mechanical engineering. Our clients include major manufacturers in a variety of industries, research organizations and universities.
Our reputation in this field is directly attributable to the level of skill among our attorneys and patent agents. A number of our attorneys and agents have worked for corporations, research institutes or the government and have been actively involved in all phases of product development. Many are also former examiners at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and have first-hand knowledge of and insight into the procedures and prosecution strategies that help our clients obtain the broadest range of protection efficiently.
BSKB has consistently ranked among the top patent firms in the U.S. for number of patent registrations annually. Our attorneys and agents participate in various domestic and international intellectual property organizations and regularly lecture to groups in the U.S. and abroad. BSKB attorneys and agents are also involved in a number of technical and legal organizations and attend meetings to stay current on the technological and legal advancements in their fields.
Attorneys and Professionals
Insights
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October 9, 2024
Explanation and Practice of US Export Regulations
JPAA
Partner Chad M. Rink has recently authored an insightful article titled "Explanation and Practice of US Export Regulations." This comprehensive piece has been published with the Japanese Patent Attorneys Association (JPAA) and provides valuable information on the complexities of Export Administration Regulations (EAR) in the United States.
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September 20, 2024
’Hear my story’ – Giving voice to first-generation lawyers and clerks
WIPR
At BSKB, we are committed to fostering an inclusive legal community. Our latest article by Dr. MaryAnne Armstrong, "’Hear my story’ – Giving voice to first-generation lawyers and clerks" highlights the unique challenges and strengths of new attorneys and law clerks from first-generation and limited-income (FGLI) backgrounds.
Related Presentations
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October 23, 2024
Resolution of Arthrex Decision and DOC New Rules
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October 9, 2024
Recent Developments in Obviousness-Type Double Patenting
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September 25, 2024
Overview of USPTO’s July 2024 guidance on patent subject matter eligibility concerning AI-related inventions
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May 22, 2024
PureCircle USA Inc. v. SweeGen, Inc. (Fed. Cir. 2024)
Recent News
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October 7, 2024
USPTO Announcement
On September 25, 2024, the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) issued a Notice that a recent update to their software introduced a coding error into the patent term adjustment (PTA) software used to perform PTA determinations.
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October 3, 2024
USPTO ANNOUNCEMENT
Effective December 15, 2024, the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) will eliminate the After Final Consideration Pilot Program 2.0 (AFCP 2.0).