Showing posts with label IP attorneys. Show all posts
Showing posts with label IP attorneys. Show all posts

Thursday, October 26, 2023

Intellectual Property Careers: Top 9 Jobs to Consider and the Skills Needed to Get Them; The Michelson Institute for Intellectual Property, October 26, 2023

The Michelson Institute for Intellectual Property ; Intellectual Property Careers: Top 9 Jobs to Consider and the Skills Needed to Get Them

"When it comes to Intellectual Property (IP), many envision legal battles and courtrooms. However, the world of IP is a vast ecosystem with roles that extend well beyond IP attorneys. While lawyers are essential in this dynamic field, the career opportunities presented by the myriad variety of intellectual property jobs are as diverse as the creations they protect...

Skills and Qualities for Success in IP Careers

Regardless of the specific career path within IP, certain skills and qualities are highly valuable:

  • Legal Foundation: Strong foundational knowledge in IP law—including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets—is essential. Protip: try our Intangible Advantage digital textbook to get started.
  • Technical Expertise: Depending on the field, a technical background in fields such as engineering, science, or IT can be advantageous, especially in patent-related careers.
  • Communication Skills: Effective written and oral communication is crucial for conveying complex legal concepts to clients, colleagues, and stakeholders.
  • Analytical Thinking: The ability to analyze legal issues, research IP matters, and make informed decisions is fundamental. 
  • Business Acumen: Understanding the business objectives and strategies of clients or employers is essential for aligning IP efforts with broader goals. To understand IP in a business context, check out our business case stories.
  • Negotiation Skills: Negotiating licensing agreements, resolving disputes, and managing relationships with stakeholders require strong negotiation skills. 
  • International Awareness: In an increasingly globalized world, having an understanding of international IP laws and practices can be a significant asset."

Wednesday, December 1, 2021

E-commerce and China: Strategies for fighting online counterfeits, Part 2; United States Patent and Trademark Office Webinar: Thursday, December 2, 2021 9 AM - 10:30 AM EST

United States Patent and Trademark Office Webinar; E-commerce and China: Strategies for fighting online counterfeits, Part 2

E-Commerce and China

"E-commerce now accounts for nearly 14% of all retail sales, and continues to grow at a healthy rate. But U.S. businesses engaged in e-commerce, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), face a number of challenges in protecting their intellectual property (IP) on e-commerce platforms.

Register now for this free program to learn proven strategies for protecting and enforcing your IP rights when selling on e-commerce platforms.

Part 2 of the two-part series will focus on administrative and judicial mechanisms for enforcing IP rights and combatting the sale of Chinese counterfeits on e-commerce platforms in China. The program will feature presentations by senior United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) IP attorneys with extensive China IP experience and experts from Mattel, Specialized Bicycles, and Amazon.

Topics to be covered include: 

  • overview of administrative, civil, and criminal IP enforcement
  • strategies for collaborating with e-commerce platforms
  • industry perspectives and experiences
  • establishing a criminal case

During the program, participants can submit their questions to a dedicated email box. There will be time allotted to respond to participants' questions.

(Note: Although some advanced IP topics may be touched upon in the webinar, the materials presented are intended for representatives from SMEs with limited experience in IP protection and enforcement in China.)"

Register today