Two Years of the Unified Patent Court: Trends, Outcomes, and Practical Insights
A Seminar at Mintz in Partnership with Bardehle Pagenberg and Thum & Partner
May
8
2025
Date: May 8, 2025
Time: 4:00PM (EST)
Location: Mintz, 919 Third Ave New York, NY 10022
Join Mintz, Bardehle Pagenberg, and Thum & Partner for an in-person seminar and networking event reflecting on the first two years of the UPC, featuring speakers with firsthand experience at both the local and central divisions. Mintz Member Michael Van Loy and Of Counsel Carolina Säve will be speaking at this seminar.
The discussion will cover:
- Building a UPC Playbook:
- Preparation strategies for infringement and revocation actions
- Understanding the advantages and risks associated with UPC timelines and its front-loaded nature
- Getting insights into the dynamics of court hearings in different UPC divisions
- Assembling a strong, multi-disciplinary team and battle proven workflows for success
- Preparation strategies for infringement and revocation actions
- Outcome trends since the UPC launch and a look ahead to year three
Speakers
Michael D. Van Loy, PhD, is a Mintz patent attorney and technology protection strategist. Michael works with growing and established companies to create, manage, and improve intellectual property portfolios in the US and abroad. His practice focuses on enforceability and business value.
Carolina Säve is an attorney at Mintz who leverages her experience as an in-house counsel and registered patent attorney to help companies with patent prosecution, strategic portfolio development, freedom to operate analysis, licensing, and diligence. She focuses on protecting innovations in the mechanical, electrical, and computer science arts, including technologies involving artificial intelligence (AI).
Dr. Tobias Wuttke
Partner at Bardehle Pagenberg
Bernhard Thum
Managing Partner at Thum & Partner