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The PTAB Bar Association has elected Principal Thomas Rozylowicz as Vice President of its Board. A longtime leader in the PTAB Bar community, Tom will help advance initiatives that support post-grant practice and strengthen collaboration across the PTAB ecosystem. His election reflects a continued commitment to thoughtful engagement and the evolution of PTAB practice. Please join us in congratulating Tom. Learn more: link.fr.com/4dyI7ET #FishRichardson

As virtual and augmented reality technologies evolve, design patent protection is evolving with them. Principal Craig Deutsch spoke with Law360 about new USPTO guidance recognizing design patents for computer-generated images displayed through projections, holograms, and VR/AR technologies. The update brings greater clarity for applicants and may shape how emerging technologies are protected moving forward. Read more of Craig's insights: link.fr.com/4stkdiY #FishRichardson

On April 14, Principals Cynthia Walden, Keith Barritt, Sarah Kelleher, and Ryan Steinman will host a webinar covering effective strategies for clearing, prosecuting, and enforcing pharmaceutical trademarks. Learn more: link.fr.com/4bFSuo2 #FishRichardson

Please join us in welcoming Associate Laura Christeson to our Boston office! Learn more about Laura's experience in trademark and copyright counseling and portfolio development: link.fr.com/4lByvLq #FishRichardson

New guidance from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office may add a new dimension to Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) institution decisions. Post-Grant Practice Leader Karl Renner spoke with Law360 about the policy directing the PTAB to consider domestic manufacturing activity when evaluating whether to institute America Invents Act reviews. He noted that the change could increase discretionary denials or be applied more neutrally, shifting outcomes only modestly, and may affect U.S. and foreign companies differently. Read the full article: link.fr.com/4rY6TSF #FishRichardson

Two recent Federal Circuit decisions address questions the court left open in EcoFactor: (1) What record district courts may consult to address reliability and (2) whether a damages expert may use a royalty base comprising non-accused product sales. Principals Frank Albert and Michael Ballanco cover these latest developments in the Federal Circuit's evolving admissibility standard for patent damages expert testimony. link.fr.com/3NwfGNk #FishRichardson #CAFC

Did you miss our latest webinar, "A Practical Overview of Damages in Trademark Infringement Cases"? Catch the replay to hear insights and practical tips from Principals Vivian Cheng, Nathan Ranns, and Ryan Steinman. link.fr.com/3PaYj5a #FishRichardson

When determining whether to institute IPR or PGR proceedings, the USPTO will now consider the parties' size and investments in domestic manufacturing activities. Here's what that could mean for you. link.fr.com/4b9M6q0 #FishRichardson #PTAB

We're heading to the 2026 NSBE Annual Convention! Visit our career fair table on March 19 and 20 to meet our team and learn more about careers in IP law. #FishRichardson #NSBE2026

On April 15, Principal Ryan McCarthy will moderate the panel "Navigating IP Strategy in China’s Era of Expanding Influence" at IAM Live: SEP Summit Asia. Held in Hong Kong, the summit gathers influential patent practitioners and industry leaders for expert analysis, dynamic sessions, and strategic relationship-building within the standard essential patent landscape. link.fr.com/4rswkeM #FishRichardson

Principals Alex Gelberg and Tim Rawson presented the Texas General Counsel Forum's March 5 virtual CLE program “Ethical Use of AI in Practice," a discussion of what lawyers need to know about using AI in their practices. #FishRichardson

Principal Madelyn McCormick will moderate the LSX World Congress Europe session “The Art of the Pitch: Communicating Commercial Potential to Investors" on March 26 in Lisbon, Portugal. link.fr.com/4llS1M4 #FishRichardson #LSXEurope

As semiconductors power AI, advanced memory, and next-generation connectivity, the disputes surrounding them are becoming more complex. In Commercial Dispute Resolution, Principal Frank Albert explores how the integration of standards such as Wi-Fi 7 and 5G into chip designs is driving new IP disputes. He discusses the uncertainty surrounding SEP and FRAND licensing and forecasts where semiconductor litigation may head as emerging technologies continue to evolve. Read Frank’s full insights: link.fr.com/4sA2m9t #FishRichardson

2025 saw a continued maturation of the U.S. biosimilars market, with expanding approvals and launches; sustained development activity; increased multi-defendant BPCIA litigation; and growing antitrust challenges and legislative proposals addressing patent acquisition, assertion, and contracting practices. Learn more about the latest developments in the biosimilars landscape and how 2025 trends may develop in 2026 in our annual industry report. bit.ly/46SJMRB #FishRichardson

Save the date for our March 11 webinar, "A Practical Overview of Damages in Trademark Infringement Cases." Register here: link.fr.com/40PRKaG

On March 18, Principal Michael Shepherd will moderate the PTAB Bar Association Annual Conference session "Section 101 at the USPTO and Beyond," a discussion of recent Section 101 developments. Learn more: link.fr.com/4l9aZFq #FishRichardson #PTAB

Trademark disputes can turn on the strength of the evidentiary record. Principal Nathan Ranns shares insight on the procedural twists in the “Perplexity v. Perplexity” dispute and why the matter has returned to the TTAB. Nathan explains that proving fraud on the USPTO requires clear and convincing evidence and highlights a key takeaway for trademark owners: retaining records of how a mark is used from the date of first use is a best practice that can shape how a dispute unfolds Read more of Nathan’s insights: link.fr.com/4rdRBZm #FishRichardson

At the PTAB Bar Association Annual Conference on March 19, Principal Karl Renner will join fellow past PTAB Bar Association presidents for a retrospective on the past decade of PTAB practice — highlighting key cases and memorable moments from their tenures. Learn more: link.fr.com/46LfdgD #FishRichardson #PTAB

For Principal Rodeen Talebi, what stood out about Fish from the start was the people. From the interview process on, he sensed a genuine culture—one where colleagues were thoughtful, collaborative, and deeply client-focused. After joining, that initial impression held true. Smart, ethical professionals who support one another, work as a team, and consistently put clients first. That authenticity, he says, is what makes Fish different and what keeps the culture strong. Meet the 2026 class of newly elevated principals and learn more about Rodeen’s professional journey to principal: link.fr.com/4r30UMo #FutureOfFish #FishRichardson

The EPO has announced that official fees for some services will increase on April 1, 2026, with most fees increasing by about 5%. Learn more about the fee increases and how they could impact you. link.fr.com/4ssccdG #FishRichardson