Novak Druce + Quigg LLP Speaks on Patent Reform at BioFlorida Annual Conference

ORLANDO, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--This morning, Novak Druce + Quigg LLP Executive Partner Tracy W. Druce spoke on patent reform during the “Federal Policies Impacting Biosciences” session at BioFlorida’s 12^th Annual Conference, “Convergence, Creating Biosynergy” in Orlando.

Mr. Druce’s presentation, “Changes in the Patent Reform Act of 2009,” discussed potential changes to the life sciences industry that could result from the passage of the Patent Reform Act of 2009, which was introduced in March and is currently pending before Congress. In his presentation, Mr. Druce discussed specific points on the bill and the possible impact to the life sciences industry.

Novak Druce sponsored the “Business Track” sessions at the conference, which focused on opportunities to expand the bioscience industry in Florida.

Novak Druce opened its Florida office in February 2009 and has already established a strong presence in the area. In addition to the BioFlorida conference, on December 2 Novak Druce is sponsoring the Miami Chamber of Commerce December Trustee Luncheon on ‘Florida’s Future and the Biotech Vision’ featuring Florida Senator George LeMieux.

About Novak Druce + Quigg LLP

Novak Druce + Quigg LLP is a national law firm focused exclusively on complex intellectual property matters. With a renowned patent reexamination practice and more than 70 attorneys and professionals in offices in Houston, San Francisco, Washington DC, and West Palm Beach, Novak Druce attorneys help our clients navigate the complexities of U.S. intellectual property law by securing, enforcing, and defending their intellectual property rights. Novak Druce has twice been named the #1 firm in the WORLDleaders International IP Awards - North America / Canada Patent Excellence (2008 and 2007). The Novak Druce Centre for Professional Service Firms at Oxford University launched on October 1, 2009. For more information, see www.novakdruce.com.

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