Webinar: Prior art search – innovate, monetize and defend patent portfolios
Prior art search underpins every strong patent decision – from early-stage innovation through monetization and, when needed, defense. Done well, it gives patent lawyers and IP teams the confidence to move forward, knowing risks have been tested and opportunities clearly mapped.
In this practical webinar, RWS IP search experts show how a single, well-structured prior art strategy can support patentability decisions, inform licensing and assertion planning, and stand up to scrutiny in high-stakes invalidity challenges.
In this session, you’ll learn how prior art search supports:
- Innovation – assessing novelty and patentability, understanding what’s already been filed, identifying competitors and tracking filing trends
- Monetization – mapping the patent landscape, identifying licensing prospects, spotting potential infringers and prioritizing assertion targets
- Defense – stress-testing patents before assertion, uncovering 102 art and robust 103 combinations, and delivering maximum confidence that no stone has been left unturned
Register now to secure your place and gain a clearer, more defensible approach to prior art search.
This webinar will be in English.
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Speakers
Jim Burns
VP, IP Research
RWS
Jim has been working in the IP services space since his days as a law clerk with the University of Nebraska – Lincoln Technology Transfer department (circa 1999).
His passion for problem solving is a perfect fit with prior art searching, driving actionable results, and successful searches for his clients. Supporting his clients search needs and success is an absolute thrill.
Away from the search ‘Thunderdome,’ Jim loves spending time with his family and friends, sitting at St. Pete beach, watching the waves roll in, and re-charging.
J. Eric Churilla
Patent Attorney
Law Office of J. Eric Churilla
Eric has been a patent attorney for nearly three decades and has drafted and prosecuted patents for IBM, Sony, Caterpillar, Hitachi, AT&T, Medtronic, Bosch, Dell, and many more.
Eric excels in a wide variety of technology areas, including medical devices, software, artificial intelligence, network systems, tools, oil exploration equipment, abrasives, automotive-related devices, and robotics.
When he is not crafting high-quality patent applications, Eric can be found in his kitchen, in his workshop, or with his wife and kids.