Domingos Silva, Partner; Intellectual Property Practice Vice Co-Chair at Saul Ewing, will guide inventors through the crucial aspects of the patent application process, focusing on the expectations of inventors after submitting their disclosures to external counsel for review.

Domingos will share insights and tips to ensure a smoother collaboration between inventors and legal professionals, including: 

• Timely Responses for Draft Requests: Understand the importance of providing prompt and thorough responses during the drafting phase.
• Duty to Disclose References: Gain clarity on the duty to disclose relevant references and its impact on the patentability of inventions.
• Assignments and Declarations: Navigate the intricacies of assignments and declarations in the patent process.
• Role Clarity During Drafting: Address common challenges faced by inventors in understanding their roles during the drafting of patent applications.