Patent Law Basics for Chemists and Research Professionals

After working as an Examiner, Sarah attended law school at Franklin Pierce Law Center (now known as the University of New Hampshire School of Law). About the Author Sarah Hasford has been involved in the field of patent law for almost ten years. area. While in law school Sarah interned for the Honorable Arthur J. Gajarsa of the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit. In 2015, Sarah left law firm practice to pursue her passion for educating non-legal professionals about patent law. . Upon graduating from law school, Sarah entered private practice in the Washington, D.C. Sarah’s practice spanned all aspects of patent law, including patent prosecution, opinion work, and litigation with an emphasis on pharmaceutical patent litigation under the Hatc

Delving deeper into what can be a mysterious process to the outsider, the book also explores relevant case law and typical patent litigation.Provides valuable information about patent law changes brought about by the 2011 America Invents Act (AIA)Demystifies the patent application process and highlights common, avoidable mistakesIncludes a handy glossary for quick reference, along with accessible explanations and summaries for the laypersonIntroduces the reader to patents, patents rights and other types of intellectual property, such as trademarks and copyrights. The book discusses the types of inventions patented in the life sciences, and

Gajarsa of the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit. While in law school Sarah interned for the Honorable Arthur J. She began her career working as a Patent Examiner at the United States Patent and Trademark Office in Alexandria, Virginia where she examined patent applications directed to heterocyclic pharmaceutical and agricultural compounds. area. After working as an Examiner, Sarah attended l