Information below (including descriptions of the event) is taken from news bulletins of USPTO’s Eastern Regional Outreach Office and Texas Regional Office and cover most of training offered online by USPTO Regional Offices. All information is given in US Easter Standard Time (New York, (GMT-5)). For full list of events, see an USPTO event page. Information about some previously recorded events (from an USPTO video archive) have also added.
Upcoming events
January 2021
Meet the trademark experts
January 6, 11:30-2:30 p.m. ET
Learn more at this interactive question and answer session with trademark experts that will cover navigating the Trademark Electronic Search System (TESS), the Identification of Goods and Services Manual, and maintaining federal trademark registration
The Path to a Patent, Part I: IP basics
January 8, 1-3 p.m. ET
Learn about intellectual property basics at this interactive virtual session. In this module, we will provide a brief overview of the different types of IP (trademarks, trade secrets, copyrights, and patents). USPTO experts will then review the patenting process from invention to application to issue. We will also cover the requirements for patentability, how to determine whether a provisional or nonprovisional application is right for you, and how to weigh the costs and benefits of hiring a patent attorney.
Trademark fundamentals
January 12, 3-4 p.m. ET
Learn about trademark registration and ask experts your questions during a virtual meeting with the Trademark Assistance Center (TAC). The USPTO regional offices host this interactive question and answer session quarterly. This free event is intended for individuals with a beginning to intermediate level of knowledge of trademarks.
The Path to a Patent, Part II: How to draft a provisional patent application
January 21, 1-3 p.m. ET
Experts from the USPTO will discuss the key differences between provisional and nonprovisional applications, the filing requirements and fees, different ways available to file a provisional application, and more.
The Path to a Patent, Part III: Patent searching Recording (2:00:30)
January 22, 1-3 p.m. ET
Before you file your patent application, you need to conduct a prior art search. Learn about the benefits of searching, how to perform a prior art search using keywords and the Cooperative Patent Classification (CPC) system, how to build a search strategy using the suggested Seven Step Strategy, tips and resources for searching, and more.
(see also recordings of previous webinars on patent sesrching: Path to a Patent, Part I Patent searching June 6, 2020 (57 min)) and “Tips and tricks for patent searching” May 5, 2020 (1 h 21 m)); National Patent Drafting Competition Search Class, Nov. 7, 2020 (1h), PTRC Webinar Patent Searching Concepts, Strategies and Tools , Dec. 17, 2020 (1h 31 m))
Patent prosecution boot camp, Module Two
January 23, 1-3 p.m. ET
If you are a law student interested in pursuing a career in intellectual property (IP), you need to understand the patent process and the ways patent examiners review patent applications. The USPTO regional offices are offering an interactive four-part course on patent prosecution. Module Two covers the importance of patent claims, different types of claims, and claim interpretation.
The Path to a Patent, Part IV: Learn how to draft a patent application
January 29, 1-3 p.m. ET
You need to understand patent application drafting to protect your invention. Attend this virtual workshop and learn from USPTO experts about the formalities and requirements of drafting a patent application, as well as common pitfalls to avoid.
February 2021
Patent prosecution boot camp, Module Three
February 6, 1-3 p.m. ET
If you are a law student interested in pursuing a career in intellectual property, you need to understand the patent process and the ways patent examiners review patent applications. The USPTO regional offices are offering an interactive four-part course on patent prosecution. Module Three covers legal statues more in-depth, including common prior art rejections and ways to overcome rejections to advance patent prosecution towards allowance.
The Path to a Patent, Part V: Learn how to draft patent claims
February 12, 1-3 p.m. ET
Claim drafting may be the most important part of protecting your invention. Learn the basics of claim drafting from USPTO experts in this interactive workshop. You will develop a better appreciation of how patent examiners view claims during the course of examination, the formalities and requirements for drafting claims, and common pitfalls to avoid.
(See recording of Nov. 13, 2020 webinar at https://rev-vbrick.uspto.gov)
Meet the patent experts: Class Three
February 17, 1:30-2:30 p.m. ET
This interactive question and answer session with patent experts will be class three of a five-class series and cover key aspects of nonprovisional applications.
Patent prosecution boot camp, Module Four
February 20, 1-3 p.m. ET
If you are a law student interested in pursuing a career in intellectual property, you need to understand the patent process and the ways patent examiners review patent applications. The USPTO regional offices are offering an interactive four-part course on patent prosecution. Module Four covers one of the most important skills for patent practitioners: drafting patent applications claims.
Trademark application walk-through
February 23, 3-4:30 p.m. ET
Don't miss this live walk-through of the trademark application process with Jason Lott, Attorney Advisor for Trademark Educational Outreach. The presentation will cover how to use the Trademark Electronic Application System (TEAS) and explanations of the various sections of each form.
The Path to a Patent, Part VI: Learn how to protect your IP abroad
February 26, 1-3 p.m. ET
Did you know that patents offer country-by-country protection? Learn how to help protect your intellectual property in foreign jurisdictions. The USPTO's International Patent Legal Administration will host a two-hour seminar on considerations and options for filing foreign patent applications. The discussion will include an overview of the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) and the use of the Paris Convention for non-PCT countries.
(see also a recording of webinar International Patent Practice and Resources for SBIR/STTR, June 24, 2020, (1 h 32 min))
March 2021
Learn to protect your IP on a budget
March 5, 3-4 p.m. ET
Tom Cowan, co-chair of Licensing Executive Society (LES) San Diego Chapter and partner at intellectual property and technology law firm Knobbe Martens, will present options that inventors and companies may consider for securing and maintaining intellectual property rights. In addition, USPTO's Silicon Valley Regional Director Wayne Stacy will discuss USPTO resources available to assist the innovation and entrepreneur community.
The Path to a Patent, Part VII: Learn how to file your patent application using EFS-Web
March 12, 1-3 p.m. ET
Now that you have finished your patent application, the last step is filing with the USPTO. Learn how to use the Electronic Filing System-Web (EFS-Web) and manage your patent application online using the Patent Application Information Retrieval (PAIR) system. The presentation includes an interactive tutorial, an overview of various helpful resources such as the Inventor’s Assistance Center (IAC), and information about the Patent Electronics Business Center (EBC).
Meet the patent experts: Class Four
March 17, 1:30-2:30 p.m. ET
This interactive question and answer session with patent experts will be class four of a five-class series. This program will cover components of nonprovisional applications and include a discussion on claim interpretation and common pitfalls.
Learn about design patents Recording (1:59:18)
March 19, 1-3 p.m. ET
What is a design patent? How do design and utility patents differ? Learn the basics of the design patent system from USPTO design supervisory patent examiners. This session will be useful for inventors, entrepreneurs, and all those who would like to learn more about patents and have a beginning to intermediate knowledge of the patent system.
The Path to a Patent, Part VIII: Common mistakes and support after filing
March 26, 1-2:30 p.m. ET
Don't miss this session designed to provide inventors with relevant information on filing for a patent. Learn about common mistakes to avoid in patent application filing, and gain a better understanding about post filing procedures and support.
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/USPTO/bulletins/2af4758 (Eastern Regional Outreach Office)
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/USPTO/bulletins/2b17709 (Texas Regional Office)
https://rev-vbrick.uspto.gov/#/media/search?q=patent%20searching (an archive of videos of USPTO recorded events)
Update 4/23/2021 10:00 Links to recordings of 1/22/2021 (Patent Searching) & 3/19/2021 (Design Patents) has been added
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