Model Patent Prosecution Templates
AIPLA's Patent Law Committee maintains a collection of sample documents related to day-to-day patent prosecution. These documents are exemplary and may not be ideal for every situation. Use them at your own risk.*
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Model Response Shells:
Each of these documents contains a comprehensive shell document that can be used to formulate a response to 35 U.S.C. 112, 102, 103, or 101 rejections made by a patent examiner during prosecution.
Model Appeal Brief: (Doc) (PDF)
This document contains the overall structure of appeal brief with a section for drafting responses to point out error in rejections made in 35 U.S.C. 112, 102, 103, 101, and obviousness-type double patenting rejections. The model appeal brief includes summaries of the relevant portions of the PTAB’s designated informative and precedential decisions applicable to ex parte appeals along with associated Federal Circuit case law.
Model Reply Brief: (Doc) (PDF)
This document contains the overall structure of a reply brief along with relevant case law summaries to use for handling new grounds of rejection in an Examiner’s Answer.
*Nothing included in these sample documents or elsewhere on this site should be considered legal advise on the part of AIPLA or any of its members.
Location
Rancho Mirage, CA, United States
Contact
Unlock Your Leadership Potential!
Join us for the inaugural AIPLA Leadership Forum, a transformative experience designed for current and aspiring leaders within the AIPLA community. Guided by subject matter experts, this program will include best-in-class leadership training, interactive team-based workshops and skill-building activities, and one-of-a-kind professional and personal development opportunities with many of the country’s leading IP attorneys. Mark your calendars for January 29-30, 2025, at the stunning Omni Rancho Las Palmas in Rancho Mirage, California.
Why Attend?
At AIPLA, we believe that strong leadership is the cornerstone of success. This exclusive, invitation-only event will empower you to elevate your leadership skills and inspire those around you, not just within AIPLA, but in your career. Over two dynamic days, expert coaches will guide you through:
- Individual Discovery: Discovering your leadership style and how it impacts others.
- Effective Communication: Learn strategies to connect with diverse teams and stakeholders.
- Visionary Thinking: Cultivate a forward-thinking mindset to navigate the complexities of our field.
- Collaborative Strategies: Build relationships that foster innovation and teamwork.
Who Is Invited?
Current AIPLA leaders have received invitations. If you're in the AIPLA leadership and haven't received your invitation, please contact us at aipla@aipla.org.
AIPLA members interesting in leadership or honing their leadership skills are also encouraged to apply. Click here to complete the application to attend.
What to Expect
- Interactive Workshops: Participate in hands-on sessions that encourage active learning.
- Inspiration and Insight: Hear from thought leaders who are shaping the future of our profession.
- Collaborate: Engage with fellow AIPLA leaders and industry experts around strategic initiatives including membership, committee work, education and advocacy.
Save the Date!
More details, including how to request your invitation, will be available soon. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your leadership capabilities and inspire others within the AIPLA community.
Elevate yourself, inspire the future—be part of the AIPLA Leadership Forum!
Sponsorship Opportunities available! Please contact Lisa Beller @ 703-981-8440, lbeller@aipla.org. See the prospectus here.
Registration
Early Registration Fee (by January 6, 2025) - $1,695
Late/Onsite Registration, begins January 7, 2025 - $1,895
Registration fees are inclusive of all conference materials, meeting app, CLE, breakfasts, luncheons, networking breaks, and tickets for social events and organized wellness activities. Travel and hotel fees are not included in the registration fees.
Book your stay:
Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa
41000 Bob Hope Drive
Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
1-800-THE-OMNI
RESERVATION LINK:
https://bookings.omnihotels.com/event/palm-springs-rancho-las-palmas/aipla-2025
Single/Double Room Rate: $289 plus a $15 resort charge and applicable taxes (currently 13.195%) per night.
The resort charge includes toll free and local calls, access to the fitness center, in-room high-speed Internet access, in-room coffee and tea, access to Splashtopia and Conchilla Valley Pool, digital Wall Street Journal, and two bottled waters per day. The $20 per day self-parking fee is waived. Valet parking is $30 per day. Guests also receive 10% off all Spa services and Giftshop retail.
Reservation Cut-off - Monday, January 6, 2025.
Cancellation deadline - 72 hours prior to arrival.
Omni Select Loyalty Program: http://www.omniselectguest.com
Pre-Meeting and Board Meeting Schedule
IP Practice in Japan will host their Pre-Meeting beginning Monday, January 27 (full-day) and ending January 28 (half-day). Separate Registration Required.
Executive Committee - Tuesday, January 28 - 10:00 am - 12:00 Noon PT
Board of Directors Meeting- Tuesday, January 28 - 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm PT
Board of Directors Team Building Event - Tuesday, January 28 - 6:00 - 9:00 pm PT
Past President's Dinner - Thursday, January 30 - 7:00 - 10:00 pm PT
Board of Directors Meeting - Friday, January 31, 9:00 am - 12 Noon PT
General Event Schedule - Subject to change
Wednesday, January 29*
- 8:00 am PT - Breakfast, Registration and Check-in (Confirm Team Assignments)
- 9:00 am PT - Welcome and Forum Kick Off!
- 10:00 am PT - COFFEE BREAK
- 10:15 am PT - Session 1 - Interactive expert coaching session with author Chris DeSantis on generational leadership
- 12:00 Noon PT - REFRESHMENT BREAK
- 12:30 pm PT - LUNCHEON - Table Talks
- 1:45 pm PT - Break
- 2:00 pm PT - Session 2 - Interactive expert coaching session with author Mary Abbajay on leadership profiles and strategies
- 3:45 pm PT - COFFEE BREAK
- 4:00 pm PT - Team Presentations and Day 1 Team Winners announced
- 5:00 pm PT - Sessions conclude
- 7:00 pm PT - TEAM BUILDING Networking Event and Reception
Thursday, January 30*
- 7:00 am PT - Rise & Shine: Morning Wellness Program and AIPLA Fun Run!
- 8:00 am PT - Breakfast
- 9:00 am PT - Session 1- CONCURRENT SESSIONS
- Session A - with interactive breakouts - Civility
- Session B - with interactive breakouts - Hard conversations
- Session C - with interactive breakouts - Counsel/Client Relationship
- Session A - with interactive breakouts - Civility
- 10:45 am PT - COFFEE BREAK
- 11:00 am PT - Session 2- Team Exercises based on Session 1 prompts
- 12:00 pm PT - Team/Division Presentations
- 12:30 pm PT - REFRESHMENT BREAK
- 12:45 pm PT - LUNCHEON - Keynote Speaker
- 2:00 pm PT - Break
- 2:15 pm PT - Session 3 - Strategic plan with interactive breakouts
- 3:30 pm PT - COFFEE BREAK
- 3:45 pm PT - Team Presentations and Day 2 Team Winners announced
- 5:00 pm PT - Sessions conclude
- DINNER - DINE AROUND (on own) - not included in registration
- 7:00 pm PT - AIPLA Past President's Dinner (Past Presidents and Board Members Only)
- 9:30 pm PT - Networking Event and Reception - Game night and Wind down!
*Some events will offer CLE – more details to follow.
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