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IN PERSON: Demystifying the Patent Bar
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Credit: 0 CLE Credit Hours
Join the D.C. Bar Intellectual Property Law Community and renowned patent bar expert John White for an evening demystifying the patent bar exam through the experiences of those who’ve recently passed it. Hosted in person at Sterne Kessler Goldstein & Fox, this event features John White alongside newly certified patent attorneys and agents sharing insights on exam preparation, career impacts, and lessons learned, with additional speakers to be announced. Attendees will gain practical advice on navigating study resources, balancing competing demands, and exploring inclusive pathways into the field of patent law.
A live audience Q&A and optional networking reception with light refreshments will follow. All attendees will also be entered into a raffle to win a discount on the PLI (Practising Law Institute) Patent Bar Review course, bringing the price down to $1,000 (regularly $2,995). Whether you're gearing up for the exam or just exploring a career in patent law, this event offers direct access to firsthand knowledge and meaningful community connections.
Pre-registration for this program is required. Feel free to share this invitation with colleagues. D.C. Bar membership is not required to register. Non-members will need to create a profile to register. This event is free for current law students. Business casual dress.
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Sponsored by: Patent Committee of the D.C. Bar Intellectual Property Law Community
Related Communities of Interest: D.C. Bar Early Career Lawyers Community; D.C. Bar Law Student Community
Program Partner: Sterne Kessler Goldstein & Fox
Speakers:
- Scott Amankwatia, Associate, The Marbury Law Group, PLLC
- Kyla Butler, Senior Patent Counsel, Unified Patents
- Payton Miles, Associate, Sterne, Kessler, Goldstein & Fox
- Gene Quinn, President & CEO, IPWatchdog, Inc.
- Marguerite Smith, Patent Engineer, Banner Witcoff
- John M. White, Special Counsel, Harness IP
- Daniel Ikem, Founder, DiverseIP Alliance (Moderator)
**Early Bird Registration ends on Friday, October 3. Registration will close at 4pm the day before the program.
Early Bird rate expires Friday, October 3, 2025 | Registration Fees | Early Registration | Standard |
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| Non-Member | $25.00 | $35.00 | | D.C. Bar Member | $15.00 | $20.00 | | D.C. Bar Premium Community Member | $0.00 | $0.00 | | D.C. Bar Regular Community Member | $0.00 | $0.00 | | Law Student Community | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Government Registration Fee | Early Registration | Standard |
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| Non-Member | $10.00 | $15.00 |
| Non Profit Registration Fee | Early Registration | Standard |
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| Non-Member | $10.00 | $15.00 |
| Law Student Non Member Registration | Early Registration | Standard |
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| Non-Member | $0.00 | $0.00 |
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