Technology Transfer Tactics will be offering a webinar entitled "How University TTOs Can Slash Patent Expenses While Improving Patent Quality" on November 13, 2013 from 1:00 - 2:00 pm (Eastern). Hamid Piroozi, Associate Director, Legal, Purdue Office of Technology Commercialization will provide specific, detailed strategies that promise to save TTOs significant dollars. The webinar will cover the following topics:
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Proven methods for saving time and money during prior art searches
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How streamlining the disclosure process translates into dollars
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Using the fast-track process to maximize your licensing revenue
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How to be a good steward of your institute’s resources by:
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Using detailed engagement letters to reduce costs for each major project
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Creating a legal fee guideline for specific legal services
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Leveraging invoice review to reconcile internal records and work product
deliverables
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Creating an internal management system of payments for maintenance and
annuities
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Establishing an infrastructure for in-house legal practice
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Best practices for utilizing the Common Customer Number with the PTO
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Strategies for timely, efficient response to office actions
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How to ensure compatibility with commercial embodiments through claim review
The registration fee for the webinar is $197. Those interested in registering for the webinar, can do so here.
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