Exploring Legal Ethics in Intellectual Property: Join Will Covey for a Free Ethics CLE Session in New Orleans

Join Intellectual Property Consulting (IPC) in New Orleans for a free Ethics CLE session led by William Covey, Deputy General Counsel and Director of the Office of Enrollment and Discipline at the USPTO. Explore the regulations governing patent practitioners and delve into case law relevant to practice before the USPTO. Don't miss this opportunity to expand your knowledge of legal ethics in intellectual property. RSVP now to secure your spot at this highly anticipated event.

Intellectual Property Consulting (IPC) is thrilled to announce an exclusive opportunity for the legal community in New Orleans. William Covey, the Deputy General Counsel and Director of the Office of Enrollment and Discipline at the USPTO, will be leading a captivating 1-hour Ethics CLE session on Wednesday, November 15th at 4:30 p.m. This event will delve into the crucial regulations that govern patent practitioners and provide insights into select scenarios from court cases and disciplinary proceedings.

Unveiling Core Aspects of Legal Ethics

Covey's presentation will encompass an overview of several core aspects of legal ethics and practice specifically before the USPTO. The session will commence by briefly touching on various OED programs and initiatives, creating a solid foundation for the ensuing discussion. Attendees will then gain valuable insights into select regulations governing the USPTO's disciplinary process, complemented by statistics highlighting recent disciplinary orders.

A Comprehensive Examination of Case Law

The final segment of the presentation will be devoted to a thorough discussion of select case law relevant to practice before the USPTO in patent and trademark matters. Covey will emphasize USPTO disciplinary decisions and the USPTO Rules of Professional Conduct, providing attendees with a comprehensive understanding of the legal landscape. This segment promises to be an enlightening exploration of the nuanced world of intellectual property law.

A Generous Collaboration

We are honored to share that William Covey will be present in New Orleans to address the National Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts meeting, hosted by The Ella Project. In a generous collaboration with IPC, Covey has agreed to offer this highly informative session free of charge to the New Orleans legal community. However, given the limited space available, we encourage interested individuals to RSVP promptly by emailing gene@ellanola.org.

​Event Details

Will Covey Ethics CLE
Wednesday, November 15th
4:30 p.m. (1-hour presentation)
Intellectual Property Consulting, LLC
​400 Poydras St Suite 1400, New Orleans, LA 70130

Don't miss this exceptional opportunity to expand your knowledge of legal ethics in the realm of intellectual property. William Covey's expertise, combined with IPC's commitment to providing valuable insights, guarantees an engaging and informative experience.

​RSVP now to secure your spot at this highly anticipated event.

We look forward to welcoming you!