Please join Fitch Even for a free webinar, “Navigating the Changes to the Test for Obviousness in Design Patents After LKQ Corp. v. GM Global,” on Tuesday, October 29, at 9:00 a.m. PDT / 10:00 a.m. MDT / 11:00 a.m. CDT / 12 Noon EDT.
This webinar will explore the changes in the test for obviousness of design patents in light of the Federal Circuit’s recent decision in LKQ Corp. v. GM Global Tech. Operations LLC. The discussion will include a comparison of the prior test for obviousness with recent case law updates and suggestions for design patent prosecution given these recent case law updates.
During this webinar, our presenter will address these topics and more:
- Key points from LKQ Corp. v. GM Global decision
- Comparison of new vs. old obviousness test
- Prosecution strategies post-LKQ decision
- Future outlook on design patent law
Our speaker will be Fitch Even partner Jon A. Birmingham.
For over 20 years, Jon has represented clients ranging from Fortune 100 companies to startups in intellectual property litigation, opinion matters, and complex patent prosecution matters.
CLE credit has been approved for California and Illinois and is pending for Nebraska. Other states may also award CLE credit upon attendee request. There is no fee to attend, but please note registration is required.
To reserve your place, please REGISTER HERE.
Jon A. Birmingham
Jon A. Birmingham is a patent attorney and litigator who is particularly skilled at coordinating the prosecution of complex patent families on a global scale. Jon’s practice has a strong focus on mechanical opinion and prosecution matters, including the creation of strategies to protect high-value products.
