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Overview

This lecture, presented by Brian C. Trinque, Ph.D., a partner in the Boston office of Lathrop & Gage LLP, provides a summary of the most recent Federal Circuit cases pertaining to “second generation” patents.  These patents are directed toward discoveries involving previously-known pharmaceuticals, such as pharmaceutical formulations, dosing strategies, and combination therapies.  When these cases are considered collectively, they provide important insight into effective patent specification and claim drafting for such discoveries.  This presentation will be useful to those with all levels of experience in pharmaceutical patent law. 

Highlights include: 

  • A discussion of the most recent Federal Circuit cases that focus on second generation patents;
  • Practice tips for effectively preparing pharmaceutical patent applications for filing in the U.S. and abroad; and
  • A brief discussion of recent small-molecule obviousness cases decided by the Federal Circuit.
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