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10.21.26
Intellectual Property (IP) for Antibody and Related Therapeutics: Strategies, Best Practices and Case Studies
Antibody and related biologic therapeutics present unique intellectual property (IP) challenges throughout discovery, development, and commercialization. This online workshop will bring together IP attorneys and industry experts from Haynes Boone, Wilson Sonsini, Morgan Lewis, Morrison Foerster, and Amgen to discuss practical strategies, emerging legal issues, and real-world case studies. Attendees will gain insights into protecting innovation, managing IP risks, and navigating an evolving legal landscape shaped by advances in biologics and AI.
Affiliated Programs
6.15.26
IPBC Global 2026
Wilson Sonsini is proud to sponsor the IPBC Global 2026 on June 15-17, 2026, at the InterContinental San Diego. Partner Michael Levin will serve as the moderator for this panel, "IP: The Voice of Value" on Wednesday, June 17 at 10:10 a.m.-11:10 a.m. and will be joined by leaders from Burford Capital, Qualcomm Technology Licensing, Dolby Laboratories, BASF and Sisvel International SA.
WSGR Events
5.19.26
Building Patent Portfolio Value and Strategic Licensing Trends for In-House Counsel
Patent portfolios are under increasing pressure to do more than protect innovation. In today’s market, in-house legal teams are being asked to manage costs, support business growth, and think more strategically about how patent assets can create long-term value. That includes making smart decisions about portfolio development and pruning, while also understanding how licensing structures, acquisitions, and patent pools can help advance business goals and reduce risk.
Affiliated Programs
3.18.26
2026 PTAB Bar Association Annual Conference
Wilson Sonsini is proud to sponsor the 2026 PTAB Bar Association Annual Conference. This event will feature three days of engaging presentations and discussions among practitioners, in-house counsel, and members of the bench, focusing on best practices, recent developments, and current policy considerations.
WSGR Events
10.16.25
Fall Executive Dinner
Partner Rezwan Pavri is pleased to host an exclusive, invitation-only dinner for General Counsels and CFOs. He will be joined by Jordan Jaffe, a leading IP litigator and fellow partner, who will share timely insights on emerging trends in intellectual property litigation—particularly in the realm of AI. The discussion will explore how these developments are increasingly impacting boardroom decisions at fast-growing technology companies.
Speaking Engagements
8.21.25
Stella Masterclass - From Idea to Asset: Mastering IP Due Diligence Across the Startup Journey
Join us for our August 2025 Stella Masterclass where the Stella Community gains access to key insights and expertise from industry professionals including corporate partners, investors, founders, service providers and more! In this session, hear from firm associate Alicia Umpierre as she presents, Idea to Asset: Mastering IP Due Diligence Across the Startup Journey.
WSGR Events
4.22.25
Patent Transactions: Unlocking Value From Your Company’s Patent Portfolio
Please join Wilson Sonsini in Palo Alto on Tuesday, April 22, for insightful discussions on unlocking the value of your patent portfolio, followed by a networking reception. Wilson Sonsini attorneys Jim Yoon, Ryan Smith, and Christopher Mays—alongside a distinguished panel of experts from diverse fields—will share strategies for optimizing your patent portfolio through strategic cross-licensing, license on transfer (LOT), patent pools, patent acquisition, patent divestitures, and patent licensing programs.
Speaking Engagements
3.11.25
Innosphere & Wilson Sonsini Lunch and Learn: Intellectual Property Licensing for Entrepreneurs
Navigating intellectual property (IP) licensing is critical for ventures that access or monetize technology. These agreements are complex, and mistakes can be costly—potentially derailing investor due diligence or acquisitions. Join Bill Barrett, a seasoned patent attorney from Wilson Sonsini, for a focused discussion on best practices for structuring IP licenses, avoiding common pitfalls, and ensuring agreements stand up to scrutiny. Whether you're an entrepreneur or investor, this session will provide key insights to help you get licensing right the first time.
Speaking Engagements
10.30.24
Ad Idem Network CLE: IP Protection for Gen AI Inventions
Wilson Sonsini partner Jordan Jaffe will serve as a panelist for a CLE Webinar titled “IP Protection for GenAI Inventions,” hosted by Ad Idem Network. The panel will discuss the evolving rules, guidance, and court decisions regarding the patentability and copyrightability of inventions involving GenAI outputs, who owns those rights, and how to protect the business while remaining competitive. The discussion will also cover practical tips for how to advise the business on this rapidly evolving issue in today’s legal landscape.
Speaking Engagements
10.30.24
Association of Corporate Counsel San Francisco Bay Area CLE: How to Counsel Your Marketing Department (San Francisco)
In-house counsel are invited to join Wilson Sonsini attorneys Alyssa Worsham and Christine Au-Yeung for an ACC San Francisco Bay Area CLE program titled “Marketing 101: How to Counsel Your Marketing Department” in San Francisco on Wednesday, October 30. Alyssa and Christine will be joined by Stephanie Hall, Director of Trademark & Brand at Lyft, and will discuss how to be an effective legal voice to your marketing and brand teams as they launch innovative products on a global scale, embrace opportunities in social media, and leverage influencers and endorsements in their marketing initiatives. The program will also cover new FTC rules on using reviews and testimonials in marketing and ways to promote brands through sweepstakes and contests.
Speaking Engagements
10.29.24
Association of Corporate Counsel San Francisco Bay Area CLE: How to Counsel Your Marketing Department (Palo Alto)
In-house counsel are invited to join Wilson Sonsini attorneys Alyssa Worsham and Christine Au-Yeung for an ACC San Francisco Bay Area CLE program titled “Marketing 101: How to Counsel Your Marketing Department” in Palo Alto on Tuesday, October 29. Alyssa and Christine will be joined by Stephanie Hall, Director of Trademark & Brand at Lyft, and will discuss how to be an effective legal voice to your marketing and brand teams as they launch innovative products on a global scale, embrace opportunities in social media, and leverage influencers and endorsements in their marketing initiatives. The program will also cover new FTC rules on using reviews and testimonials in marketing and ways to promote brands through sweepstakes and contests.