USPTO Examination Updates and Evolving Patent Eligibility Standards

USPTO Examination Updates and Evolving Patent Eligibility Standards

From FedSoc Forums by The Federalist Society

June 10, 2026 · 1h 2m

About this episode

The episode discusses updates to the USPTO's examination policy and evolving patent eligibility standards.

Join us for a timely webinar examining the latest updates to the United States Patent and Trademark Office's examination policy under Director John Squires, with a focused look at how these changes are reshaping patent prosecution. Our panel will break down key shifts in examination practice—including updates to patent eligibility—and applicant strategies emerging in response, offering practical insights for navigating this evolving landscape. Designed for practitioners, in-house counsel, and policy observers alike, this discussion will highlight what matters most for day-to-day prosecution. Featuring: Dr. Julie Burke, Founder, IP Quality Pro, LLC Noel Egnatios, Chief Executive Officer and Chief Legal Officer, DivX Eli Mazour, Of Counsel, Foley & Lardner LLP Clint Mehall, Partner, Davidson Kappel LLC (Moderator) John M. Rogitz, Managing Attorney, Rogitz & Associates

People in this episode

Host: Clint Mehall

Guests: Dr. Julie Burke, Noel Egnatios, Eli Mazour, John M. Rogitz

Topics covered

  • patent examination
  • patent eligibility
  • intellectual property
  • legal strategies
  • policy updates
  • patent prosecution

Keywords

  • USPTO
  • patent prosecution
  • examination policy
  • eligibility standards
  • intellectual property
  • legal insights
  • applicant strategies

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: IP Quality Pro, LLC, DivX, Foley & Lardner LLP, Davidson Kappel LLC, Rogitz & Associates, United States Patent and Trademark Office

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