Emil J. Ali
Should I Take the Matter? A COVID-19 Refresher on Competence and Communication
the practitioner should self-reflect regarding their own risks to their reputation and license, as well as the malpractice risk if, during a
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Emil J. Ali
Apr 10, 20204 min read
All About the Signatures – Requirements for Filings Made with the USPTO
The USPTO’s regulations provide that documents requiring a person’s signature must be an original or graphic of a signature, whether handwri
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Emil J. Ali
Mar 5, 20204 min read
Allegations of Inequitable Conduct, and the Ramifications at OED
Patent practitioners often call me frantically wondering whether the fact that a patent application they prosecuted years ago, which is...
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Emil J. Ali
Feb 10, 20203 min read
OED’s War on Signatures – Understanding Signature Issues in Trademark Filings
The letter comes in the mail from OED asking you a few questions about a handful of applications, including whether each form was...
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Emil J. Ali
Dec 2, 20196 min read
Responding to a Request for Information and Evidence from the USPTO's OED
Top tips to respond to an RFI from the Office of Enrollment and Discipline, including tips to understanding why and how OED receives info
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Emil J. Ali
Nov 20, 20193 min read
Federal Circuit Delivers Another "Win" for OED; Lessons Learned Regarding OED Procedure
Practitioners should be mindful that much of their conduct outside of patent and trademark law may implicate the jurisdiction of the USPTO,
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Emil J. Ali
Oct 25, 201910 min read
Executive Orders 13891 and 13892: changes we can expect at the USPTO
Learn more about Executive Orders 13891 and 13892 and what changes we expect (or hope) to see at the USPTO, including within OED.
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Emil J. Ali
Oct 7, 20194 min read
Understanding OED’s Reciprocal Discipline System under 37 CFR § 11.24
Read more about Reciprocal Discipline by the USPTO under 37 CFR § 11.24, and how to respond to OED.
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Emil J. Ali
Sep 25, 20194 min read
The Sanctity of Attorney-Client Privilege and OED Investigations
So what do you do when the Office of Enrollment and Discipline (OED) seeks communications between you and your client that are privileged?
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Emil J. Ali
Sep 23, 20191 min read
Trademark Attorneys Prepare to "Log-In" to TEAS
Beginning on October 26, 2019, users accessing TEAS will be required to log-in to their MyUSPTO account, including using a two-factor authen
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Emil J. Ali
Aug 19, 20196 min read
The Basics of Moral Character Evaluations by OED
Learn more about enrollment investigations and moral character evaluations by OED.
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Emil J. Ali
Jul 29, 20193 min read
Commissioner for Trademarks Announces Major Upcoming Changes in Remarks to Congress and TPAC
Following our posts regarding the USPTO’s increased interest in trademark filing quality and amended procedures, including Director...
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Emil J. Ali
Jul 24, 20193 min read
Key Facts - Limited Recognition to Practice before the USPTO
This article discusses some of the most common reasons for an individual to obtain limited recognition, and practical issues to consider.
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Emil J. Ali
Jul 12, 20192 min read
How Practitioners Should React to the New Trademark Examination Guide
In order to ensure practitioners are providing their clients with valuable legal services, and that they do not run feel the wrath of OED...
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Emil J. Ali
Jul 2, 20192 min read
USPTO Publishes Final Rule Implementing Rule Changes Affecting Foreign Trademark Filings
U.S. practitioners should be mindful of their responsibilities, including in complying with the USPTO Rules of Professional Conduct.
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Emil J. Ali
Jun 7, 20191 min read
June CLE Opportunities
Emil J. Ali of Carr Butterfield, LLC will be speaking at a handful of upcoming continuing legal education seminars. Please click the...
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Emil J. Ali
May 24, 20193 min read
USPTO Director Raises Glass to Trademark Enforcement and Issues Sober Warning about Bad Faith Actors
Over the last few years, the USPTO has seen a tremendous uptick in foreign applications with inaccurate or possibly fraudulent claims of use
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Emil J. Ali
Apr 22, 20191 min read
April and May CLE Opportunities
Emil J. Ali of Carr Butterfield, LLC will be speaking at a handful of upcoming continuing legal education seminars. Please click the...
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Emil J. Ali
Mar 25, 20192 min read
The Perilous Case of Double Disbarment by OED
Can you lose a law license you don’t presently have? According to the USPTO, yes you can. While not a common occurrence, a practitioner...
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Emil J. Ali
Mar 18, 20193 min read
The Inherent Bias of OED
Just like any agency or group operated or managed by individuals, OED is sometimes perceived to be biased. That is not to say that they...
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