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Biotechnology
ARP maintained rejection of two claims of Xencor’s antibodies patent application | Panel clarified specification for means-plus-function claim limitations. 21 May 2024
Biotechnology
Despite attempts by Pfizer and BioNTech to invalidate the patent, the ruling strengthens Moderna’s position in ongoing global litigation | Pfizer is considering an appeal, while BioNTech remains steadfast in defending its innovations. 21 May 2024
Careers
Experienced patent attorney represents clients in a wide range of industries, including renewable energy, semiconductors and artificial intelligence. 21 May 2024
Europe
As the company challenges Pfizer and BioNTech over COVID-19 vaccine patents, issues over the enforceability of pledges made during the pandemic may make pharma think twice in future, finds Marisa Woutersen. 16 May 2024
Careers
Firm adds counsel to IP department in Boston office | Ex-senior patent attorney at Novartis brings broad range of life sciences experience. 16 May 2024
Biotechnology
Puritan Medical argued it had immunity under PREP Act in patent suit | Fed Circ said the district court had not conclusively determined any issue. 16 May 2024
Americas
An LSPN panel discusses the challenges and strategies for effective collaboration between in-house counsel and outside legal teams, stressing the importance of communication, strategic planning, and clear expectations. 14 May 2024
Americas
New recruit, who joins the firm’s Orange County office, brings patent experience in genomics, immunology and gene editing technologies. 14 May 2024
Americas
As Congress considers the Patent Eligibility Restoration Act of 2023, experts from NeoGenomics, Biogen, and Choate Hall & Stewart at LSPN Spring weigh in on its potential effect and the need for further clarification to improve patent eligibility standards. 13 May 2024
Europe
A significant uptake in unitary patents show court is here “in a big way” | Speakers shed light on the UPC's approach to preliminary injunctions and evidence gathering at LSPN Spring in Boston. 9 May 2024