McCoy Russell Partner Justin Wagner recently presented an online webinar for the Chartered Institute of Patent Attorneys (CIPA) concerning the Duty of Disclosure at the United States Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO).
In the U.S., the duty of disclosure requires patent applicants and inventors to disclose any information that may be relevant to the patentability of their invention. A key tool for meeting this requirement is the Information Disclosure Statement (IDS). In this recent webinar, Justin examined IDSes and their role in ensuring compliance with USPTO regulations, and covered the duty of disclosure in depth, exploring real-world examples and best practices.
Those in attendance gained a clearer understanding of their disclosure obligations and learned how to navigate the process effectively—ensuring they meet USPTO expectations while avoiding common pitfalls. McCoy Russell understands the benefit of developing a strong IDS practice. The firm routinely files hundreds of IDS submissions each year and continues to refine its process and training in IDS filings.
