Virtual Panel: Judicial Wisdom In Action: The Journey From Administrative Patent Judge to Optimized Advocate

The discussion highlights how their prior experience as APJs, adjudicating complex patent disputes, provides invaluable insights into litigation strategies, patent prosecution, and advocacy. The panelists share real-world examples of how their judicial wisdom positively impacts their current roles and emphasize the importance of a balanced approach to intellectual property disputes, especially before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) at the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

Furthermore, the panel emphasizes the value of collaboration between APJs-turned-advocates and the USPTO, fostering a more efficient and effective patent ecosystem. The session underscores the dynamic evolution of legal professionals and the role of judicial wisdom in shaping a more optimized and fair IP landscape.

Moderator:

Azie S. Aziz, Ph.D., Patent Agent, Womble Bond Dickinson US, LLP (Houston, TX)

Azie is a Patent Agent and IP Analyst at Womble Bond Dickinson, Houston, Texas office. She specializes in patent drafting and prosecution across…