Johnston IP Law, PLLC

09/10/2026

Some patents are worth fighting for.

This client was tenacious. After years of prosecution, a petition, and an appeal, we got his patent. It was a pleasure to personally deliver the ribbon copy today.

Persistence pays off. If you have an invention worth protecting, I’d be glad to help.

07/28/2026

Thank goodness for the invention of air conditioning!

Do you have a favorite invention you would like to share?

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☀️ As temperatures rise this summer, we're celebrating the innovations that help shape the future of modern comfort.

In 1926, Carrier's installation at the T.W. Patterson Building in Fresno, California became the first multi-story building to be air conditioned by Carrier, bringing comfort to tenants and paving the way for air-conditioned skyscrapers around the globe.

07/28/2026

The future of intellectual property (IP) law was once again on display at WIPO this summer. 👩🏻‍⚖️👨🏻‍⚖️⚖️

Nigeria's University of Lagos (Team Antimony) won this year's WIPO IP Moot Court Competition.

Held at WIPO headquarters in Geneva, the finals brought together the top eight teams, challenging participants to demonstrate their advocacy skills, legal knowledge, and ability to argue complex IP issues.

After written submissions, virtual rounds, and the final showdown, Israel Idara Ifiok and Kaosisochukwu Andrina Nkpolara emerged as the 2026 winners, with이화여자대학교 Ewha Womans University , Republic of Korea (Team Ruthenium), as runner-up.

Israel Idara Ifiok (University of Lagos) was named Best Oralist, and Sultan Qaboos University (Oman) received the Best Memorial Award.

Congratulations to the winners and thanks to all who took part! 👏

More: https://ow.ly/1HeJ50ZrVCf

Photo: WIPO/Berrod.

07/28/2026

Our firm has been helping entrepreneurs, established businesses, and other legal professionals protect their trademarks for over a decade. Drawing upon experience and assisting with training in technology, business, and law, we are well positioned to assist you in protecting your lead in the marketp...

07/22/2026

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07/22/2026

📬 The latest AIPLA Quarterly Policy Memo is here!

Members, check your inbox for the newest edition featuring updates on the legislative, regulatory, and policy issues shaping intellectual property.

Whether you're following developments on Capitol Hill or looking to better understand the evolving policy landscape, the Quarterly Policy Memo helps keep you informed and prepared.

Not receiving member-exclusive resources like this? Join AIPLA today!

👉 Learn more: https://www.aipla.org/members

07/22/2026

📬 A new edition of AIPLA Notes + News is here!

Members, check your inbox for the latest updates on advocacy, educational programs, publications, volunteer opportunities, and more.

Whether you're looking to stay informed on issues impacting the IP profession or discover new ways to learn, connect, and get involved, Notes + News helps you make the most of your AIPLA membership.

👉 Learn more: https://www.aipla.org/members/join-aipla-now

07/21/2026

🎙️ How do we create more pathways into the intellectual property profession?

In the latest episode of the POSITA Podcast, hosts Alexandra Low Smythe and Brian Trotter sit down with Lisa D**g of ADAPT.legal to discuss mentorship, expanding access to careers in IP, and why investing in the next generation strengthens the entire profession.

If you're passionate about professional growth, community, and the future of IP, this conversation is worth a listen.

🎧 Listen now: https://theagent2.substack.com/p/diversity-in-the-ip-community

Thanks to Chris Santone for the podcast artwork!
Produced by Wade Lin

07/04/2026

Happy Fourth of July from Johnston IP Law!

Happy Fourth of July from Johnston IP Law!