DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Effective Defence of EPO Patent Applications" conference to their offering.
Clarity in drafting patent applications has always been a serious issue: Complete clarity is required to distinguish the subject-matter of a claim from prior art, and an unclear claim can be interpreted to the disadvantage of the applicant or proprietor.
The problem/solution' approach is not officially part of the EPC, but is a criterion which has been developed by case law. It is now is hard to find a decision of the Boards of Appeal which do not rely on the problem/solution approach in order to decide upon inventive step. It looks easy, but when applied, it should be applied correctly. This is not just a formal matter, but a substantial issue of first importance.
Why You Should Attend
Clarity in drafting patent claims has always been a serious issue: Clarity is required to distinguish the subject matter of a claim from prior art, and an unclear claim can be interpreted to the disadvantage of the applicant or proprietor. This is not just a formal matter, but a substantial issue of first importance.
The problem/solution' approach is not officially part of the EPC, but is a criterion which has been developed by case law. It is now hard to find a decision of the Boards of Appeal which does not rely on the problem/solution approach in order to decide upon inventive step. It looks easy, but when applied, it should be applied correctly. The purpose of this seminar is to teach delegates the essentials of clarity, and the most effective use of the problem/solution approach, giving them an edge over other parties.
Who Should Attend:
- Trainee patent attorneys
- EQE Candidates
- Patent attorneys in private practice
- Corporate patent attorneys and lawyers
- People working or training in intellectual property
- Qualified European Patent Attorneys
- US Attorneys working in Europe
For more information about this conference visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/scnmj6/effective_defence