LAIPLA - The Los Angeles Intellectual Property Law Association

07/10/2024

Join LAIPLA friends and peers from across Los Angeles’ life sciences community for a special Patents On Tap Happy Hour event on Tuesday, July 23 at BioscienceLA!

The past several years have seen significant legislative developments and actions across governmental agencies that affect patent rights for life sciences companies. What might happen after the election? How could your company be affected? What can you do to prepare?

The LAIPLA Patent Committee’s informative panel will cover:

-Recent legislation and agency action (USPTO, FDA, FTC) that impact patent value – what’s new, and what you need to know now.
-How the election might change the landscape (or not).
-Best practices for preparing for and managing risk.

Networking to begin at 5 pm; panel to follow. BioScienceLA is located in Culver City and has ample free on-site parking. Although this event is life sciences-focused, all are welcome!

Our distinguished panelists include:
Natasha Daughtrey, Goodwin Procter LLP
Cynthia Hathaway, Global Patent Group
Sarah Cork, Ph.D. (moderator), Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan LLP

Pricing, registration and additional details: https://www.laipla.net/protecting-leveraging-biopharma-patent-rights/

10/05/2023

Attention LAIPLA small firm attorneys - we are thrilled to announce an upcoming event hosted by the LAIPLA Small Firm Outreach Committee at Bike Shed in L.A..

This event offers a unique platform for seasoned professionals to share their insights, experiences, and knowledge with the next generation of legal minds. Likewise, it provides new entrants the chance to learn, connect, and seek guidance from those who have paved the way.

This event includes a speed networking session, designed to break the ice and initiate meaningful conversations, paving the way for lasting relationships. It's an opportunity to forge connections that go beyond professional acquaintances and develop into valuable mentorship bonds.

Shift gears from your regular routine and floor it to an evening of rapid connections, rich insights, and roaring good times!

More information and registration:

06/23/2023

Congratulations to LAIPLA’s new officers and directors elected for the 2023-2024 term.

President: Erica Van Loon, Nixon Peabody; Vice President: Xinlin Li Morrow, Morrow Firm; Treasurer: Sarah Cork, Quinn Emanuel; Secretary: Jordan Nafekh, Irell & Manella; Past-President: David Randall, Orbit IP, LLP

Directors: Elizabeth Rogers Brannen, Stris & Maher; Nicholas Fung, Morrison & Foerster; Stephen Kelly, Cypress; Steve Smyrski, Smyrski Law/Stradling; Jennifer So, American Honda Motor Co; Judge Kewalramani, Magistrate Judge, C.D. Cal.; Adam Kwon, Munger, Tolles & Olson; Sarah Rahimi, Stris Maher; Robert T., Ziff Davis; Alexander Zeng, Knobbe Martens

03/24/2023

The Los Angeles Intellectual Property Law Association (LAIPLA) is proud to announce that it is seeking applicants for the 2023 Diversity Fellowship. LAIPLA created the Diversity Fellowship to increase the number of IP practitioners from underrepresented backgrounds. This year, the Diversity Fellowship is graciously sponsored by KBBP LLP, Lewis Roca Rothgerber Christie LLP, Alston & Bird LLP, and Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP. The Diversity Fellowship will be hosted this year by Tubi (Fox Corporation’s ad-supported video-on-demand service) during the upcoming summer. The selected recipient of the Diversity Fellowship will receive a stipend of $7,500 and gain an invaluable opportunity to build contacts with IP practitioners and experience in the field.

Applicants can refer to the application for additional information on the Fellowship requirements and guidelines. Completed applications must be received by Friday, April 7, 2023. Please email completed applications to Chloe Stepney. Application and details:

The Los Angeles Intellectual Property Law Association (LAIPLA) is proud to announce that it is seeking applicants for the 2023 Diversity Fellowship. LAIPLA created the Diversity Fellowship to increase the number of IP practitioners from underrepresented backgrounds. This year, the Diversity Fellowsh...

03/16/2023

Join us on April 14, 2023, for a casual meetup hosted by the LAIPLA Small Firm Outreach Committee. This is a great opportunity for solo and small firm attorneys to meet committee members in an informal setting for networking, sharing experiences, and discussing the challenges and opportunities that solo and small firm attorneys face in the legal industry.

Don’t miss this chance to connect with other legal professionals and find out how you can make a difference in the small law firm community. We hope to see you there!

More: https://lnkd.in/gDpt6vXX

06/17/2022

Washington in the West is one week away!
Don’t miss out on your chance to meet old friends and make new ones!

June 23, 2022 (Thursday)
Luxe Sunset Boulevard Hotel, Los Angeles

Register: https://lnkd.in/gS5pkA3

Video of LAIPLA Washington in the West 2020 Recap: https://lnkd.in/etC39fMu

06/17/2022

Don’t miss out on the chance to hear from experts in intellectual property law in various industries and practices. Washington in the West presents our esteemed speakers for the Trademark Tracks!

Alesha Dominique, Partner, Stroock & Stroock & Lavan LLP
Lauren Keller Katzenellenbogen, Partner, Knobbe Martens
Joyce Liou, Partner, Morrison Foerster
Brittany Estell, Trademark Director, Western Digital
Jordan Keglovits, Legal IP Manager, Taylor Guitars
Diane Gabl Kratz USPTO, CIPP/E, CIPP/US, Senior IP Counsel, Manager, Dolby Laboratories
Sui Duong, Senior Counsel, Pure Storage
Beverly Shin, Group VP of IP, Beachbody
Steven Shape, Managing Partner, Dennemeyer
Jason Lott, USPTO Attorney Advisory for Trademarks Customer Outreach
Colette Durst, 3M Innovative Properties Company, Vice President
Michael Rose, Homeland Security Investigations Special Agent at IP Rights Coordination Center
Amy Breyer, Breyer Andrew LLP

Register: https://www.laipla.net/wiw/

06/14/2022

Happening June 23rd! Don’t miss out on the chance to hear from experts in intellectual property law in various industries and practices. Washington in the West presents our esteemed speakers for the Patent Tracks!

Scott Boalick, Chief Judge of the PTAB, USPTO
Arka Chatterjee, Lead IP Counsel, Natera
Christopher DiLeo, Assistant General Counsel – IP, BD
Nicholas Transier, Partner, Dinsmore & Shohl LLP
Jean Nguyen, Associate, Morrison Foerster
Hector Agdeppa, Partner, Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP
John Tsai, Head of Patents, Stripe
Alexander Korenberg, Kilburn & Strode
Melissa Patterson, Senior Associate, Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP
Diane Gabl Kratz USPTO, CIPP/E, CIPP/US, Senior IP Counsel, Manager, Dolby Laboratories
Shirin Tefagh, Director, IP Legal Counsel, Dexcom
Sharmini Green, Associate General Counsel, Intel Corporation
Kristin Lamb, Head of IP, ŌURA
Paul Liu, Global Head of IP, TuSimple
Donald Min, VP of IP, Virgin Hyperloop
Richard Yoon, Cepheid, Business Development Dir. Licensing and New Ventures
Kyrie Cameron, Associate, Patterson + Sheridan, LLP
Michelle Armond, Partner, Armond Wilson LLP
Jay Choi, Director, IP, Uber Technologies, Inc.
Erin Mehta, Principal Counsel, Litigation & Patents, Hulu (Disney)
Jordan Nafekh, Associate, Irell & Manella LLP

Register: https://lnkd.in/gS5pkA3

06/09/2022

Learn from the best! Thursday, January 23rd - Join PTAB Chief Judge Scott Boalick, USPTO Attorney Advisory for Trademarks Customer Outreach, Jason Lott, and seasoned IP practitioners from Dolby, Intel, Stripe, 3M, Virgin Hyperloop One, Western Digital, Uber, Department of Homeland Security and numerous companies and law firms coming together for a full-day MCLE conference: Washington In The West.

Interested in beating the traffic, or coming from out of town? Book your stay at The Luxe Sunset Boulevard (www.luxehotels.com).

See the full program schedule and register today: https://lnkd.in/gS5pkA3

06/06/2022

Thank you to our sponsors who make this year’s Washington in the West possible! Now in its 26th year, Washington in the West is an MCLE-accredited event featuring unparalleled programs for patent and trademark attorneys with world-class speakers and top IP professionals.

Date: Thursday, June 23, 2022
Time: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Location: Luxe Sunset Blvd Hotel, Los Angeles

More info and register: https://lnkd.in/gS5pkA3

06/01/2022

Scenes from Spring Seminar in Santa Barbara, May 21-22, 2022 -- enjoy!

If you missed this year's Spring Seminar -- or you just crave more of LAIPLA's premier IP programming -- you are invited to join us for Washington in the West, June 23rd in Los Angeles, for a day of top tier and panels, United States Patent and Trademark Office leaders as well as networking at the Luxe Sunset Boulevard: https://www.laipla.net/wiw/

04/20/2022

"Best seminar, best networking, best location!"
* Save $800 per night. Special hotel rate ends April 20.
* 6+1 hours of MCLE -- the "1" is Ethics.
* Hon. Jimmie V. Reyna, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, will be speaking.

More details and registration for Spring Seminar 2022: https://lnkd.in/gm_qzCQc