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Mastering the Art of the Inventor Interview: Ensuring Confidence While Asking the Right Questions
Greetings fellow patent enthusiasts! An inventor interview is not just an information-gathering session; it's an opportunity to build rappor...
A Strategic Approach to Preparing Patent Claims for Multiple Jurisdictions
Welcome back, fellow patent enthusiasts! In the dynamic world of patents, one size does not fit all, especially when considering internation...
Enhancing Claim Readability for a Competitive Edge
Greetings once again, esteemed patent aficionados! We're back this week with Neil Kardos' Practical Patent tips, as he shares a valuable tip...
Honing Business Methods Patent Applications: A Shift Towards Technicality
Welcome back, fellow patent enthusiasts! We're back this week with Neil Kardos' Practical Patent tips, as he draws on his experience as a fo...
Crafting Single-Party Infringement Claims: A Strategic Approach
Hello there, fellow patent enthusiasts! We're back this week with Neil Kardos' Practical Patent tips, as he explains how drafting claims cap...
Handling Different Types of Invention Disclosure Forms (IDFs): A Practical Guide with Neil Kardos
Greetings, fellow patent enthusiasts! We're back this week with Neil Kardos as he shares invaluable insights into handling different types o...
Essential Tips for Conducting Inventor Interviews with Minimal Documentation
Greetings, fellow patent enthusiasts! We're back this week with valuable insight from Neil Kardos as he unveils a strategic approach for acq...
Efficiently Handling Overwhelming Amounts of Invention Disclosure Materials
Greetings, fellow patent enthusiasts! We're back this week with valuable insight from Neil Kardos on dealing with a common challenge faced b...
Boosting Patent Application Drafting Efficiency and Quality
Greetings, fellow patent enthusiasts! Today, we're excited to share an invaluable tip from Neil Kardos on how to improve the efficiency and...
Improving Patent Application Readability and Avoiding Misinterpretation
Greetings, patent enthusiasts! In this latest blog post, Neil Kardos sharessome valuable tips for enhancing the readability of your patent a...
Navigating the Pitfalls of “At Least One” in Patent Claims
Greetings, patent enthusiasts! In this latest blog post, Neil Kardos shares some valuable tips on how to avoid common mistakes in patent app...
Eli Mazour on The Art of SEP Claim Drafting: SEP Couch Podcast
In a recent episode of the SEP Couch Podcast, Eli Mazour, Partner at Harrity and head of our Prosecution Team, shared his insights on the co...
Tips for Improving Readability of Patent Claims
Greetings, patent enthusiasts! In this latest blog post, Neil Kardos shares some valuable tips on how to enhance the readability of your pat...
Unraveling the Intricacies of Negative Claiming
In this latest blog post, Neil Kardos brings to light an essential tip about drafting patent claims - the art of sidestepping negative claim...
The Global Impact of Pro Bono Intellectual Property Work – Alexander Zajac
Alexander Zajac's article, "The Global Impact of Pro Bono Intellectual Property Work," discusses the significant global effects that pro bon...
Improving Clarity in Patent Applications: The Red Flag of “It”
In this latest blog post, Neil Kardos shares why the seemingly innocuous word "it" can lead to ambiguity and misinterpretation in your descr...
Mastering the Art of List Management in Patent Applications
Neil Kardos covers "Mastering the Art of List Management in Patent Applications", in this Practical Patents short blog. Today, we're divi...
Avoiding Anthropomorphizing in Patent Applications
Neil Kardos covers why "Avoiding Anthropomorphizing in Patent Applications" is important, in this Practical Patents short blog. Today, we...
How a Track One Patent Filing Could Increase Your Chances of Getting a Patent
Neil Kardos covers "How a Track One Patent Filing Could Increase Your Chances of Getting a Patent" in this Practical Patents short blog....
Hindsight Bias in Patent Examination: How Language Models Can Help
Derek Abeyta covers "Hindsight Bias in Patent Examination: How Language Models Can Help" in a featured article for IPWatchdog.com. The ar...
The Importance of Using Commas After “Such As” in Patent Applications
Neil Kardos covers "The Importance of Using Commas after 'Such As' in Patent Applications" in this Practical Patents short blog. As paten...
Rocky Berndsen Featured in IAM Article: Covid Impact on US Patent Filings
A recent article by Angela Morris for IAM features patent data and insight from Rocky Berndsen, Head of the Harrity Patent Analytics Team. U...
Harrity Featured in Bloomberg Law: Moving the Needle
Harrity & Harrity has recently been recognized by Bloomberg Law for our diversity initiatives, specifically with respect to increasing t...
Elaine Spector Featured in ChIPs for World IP Day
Harrity's Elaine Spector was recently featured in a blog by ChIPs in celebration of World IP Day. The organization shared what World IP D...
Leveraging the Patent 300® Dashboard for Competitive Intelligence
The Patent 300® Dashboard, created by Harrity Patent Analytics, is a powerful patent analytics tool that provides valuable insights into com...
Infographic of the Top 15 Companies Obtaining Patents in 2022
Each year, Harrity Analytics releases the annual Patent 300® List, a ranking of the top 300 companies, organizations, and universities obtai...
Harrity Analytics’ Top Patent Firms List Featured in Law360
The newly released 2022 Top Patent Firms List by Harrity Patent Analytics and accompanying data is featured in a recent Law360 article, titl...
Bloomberg Features Patent 300® by Harrity Analytics
The newly released 2023 Patent 300® List by Harrity Patent Analytics and accompanying data is featured in a recent article by Brody Ford for...
Rocky Berndsen Featured in IAM Article: Covid Impact on US Patent Filings
A recent article by Angela Morris for IAM features patent data and insight from Rocky Berndsen, Head of the Harrity Patent Analytics Team. U...
AT&T Slips in Patent Rankings, Rocky Berndsen Quoted for DBJ
A recent article by Brian Womack, Staff Writer for Dallas Business Journal, referred to data and expertise from Rocky Berndsen and the Harri...
Visual Capitalist Features Patent 300® by Harrity Analytics
Visual Capitalist is one of the fastest growing online publishers globally, focused on topics including markets, technology, energy and the...
Track One Filings on Faster Track?
Are Track One Filings on a Faster Track? By Neil Kardos, Partner Does filing a Track One prioritized examination request increas...
Using Examiner Analytics for Prosecution
A Look at Examiner Analytics By Paul Harrity, Managing Partner If you had a patent application with a particular Examiner and these we...
Top Medical Device Companies in 2021 US Patents
Top Medical Device Companies in 2021 US Patents By Rocky Berndsen, Head of Harrity Analytics Medical devices are a $432 billion dollar...
Business Methods Patents Are Alive & Well!
By Rocky Berndsen, Head of Harrity Patent Analytics Business Method patents are alive and well! Here is a list of the top 25 companies th...
Comparing Auto Manufacturer’s Patent Data to Sales, Revenues, and R&D
By Rocky Berndsen, Head of Harrity Patent Analytics One of my favorite ways to look at patent data is by comparing the data to...
Harrity Analytics Announces Top Patent Firms of 2021
HARRITY PATENT ANALYTICS ANNOUNCES THE TOP PATENT FIRMS OF 2021 WASHINGTON (January 20, 2022) – Harrity Patent Analytics is excited to a...
Harrity Analytics Releases 2022 Design Patent 100 List
HARRITY PATENT ANALYTICS RELEASES THE 2022 DESIGN PATENT 100 LIST List ranks top 100 companies, organizations, and universities in the de...
A Look at Patent 300® Companies’ Office Actions Per Patent
HARRITY PATENT ANALYTICS: A LOOK AT PATENT 300® COMPANIES' OFFICE ACTIONS PER PATENT By Rocky Berndsen, Head of Harrity Analytics One...
Law 360: IBM, Samsung Keep Top Spots On Annual Patent 300® List
Law360 publishes report based on Harrity Analytic's annual Patent 300® List. Law360 (January 6, 2022, 7:42 PM EST) -- IBM Corp. maintain...
Harrity Analytics Releases 2022 Patent 300® List
HARRITY PATENT ANALYTICS RELEASES THE 2022 PATENT 300® LIST Top 300 innovators in the patent field ranked by patents obtained WASHINGT...
Titans of Technology: Blockchain / The Top Companies in Blockchain Patents 2021
By Rocky Berndsen Blockchain patenting has been exploding since 2016 and with Bitcoin and Ethereum hitting new all-time highs this year, Ha...
Perfecting Your Prosecution Strategy with Patentprufer
Eli Mazour leads Harrity’s patent prosecution team, developing and implementing best practices for managing workflow and creating innovative...
Harrity Analytics Provides Patent Data on Medical Diagnostics for IAM
Harrity Analytics provides patent data relating to medical diagnostics for IAM to gain an understanding of how Mayo vs Prometheus has impact...
Paul Harrity Featured in Washington Lawyer Magazine
In a recent feature by the Washington Lawyer Magazine, Paul Harrity, Managing Partner at Harrity & Harrity, LLP, shared his experiences...
Paul Harrity and Elaine Spector Named 2023 Patent Stars in MIP’s IP Stars Rankings
Harrity & Harrity is pleased to announce that Paul Harrity & Elaine Spector were recently selected by Managing IP, the leading speci...
Elaine Spector: Thoughts on Mandatory Returns to Office
Elaine Spector shares her candid thoughts on law firms requiring an in-person return to office as we transition into a post-COVID environmen...
Elaine Spector Honored with the 2023 Stars of the Bar Award
In a remarkable acknowledgement of excellence, Elaine Spector, a partner at Harrity & Harrity, has been awarded the 2023 Stars of the Ba...
Vault ‘Quality Of Life’ Rankings: Harrity Named Best Midsize Law Firm To Work For 2024
Harrity & Harrity has been named the Best Midsize Law Firm to Work for in the Vault's 2024 rankings, among additional recognitions. W...
Harrity & Harrity LLP Achieves High Accolades in IAM Patent 1000 Rankings
In a profession where intellectual prowess and precision matter the most, being recognized by a prestigious global ranking is an achievement...
Harrity Named Top 10 Firm in Four USPTO Tech Centers
In the competitive landscape of patent law firms, staying at the forefront of quality and innovation is crucial. Harrity & Harrity, a le...
The Transformative Power of Mentorship: A Spotlight on the Patent Pathways™ Mentor Program
In the realm of personal and professional development, the role of mentorship is often underscored. The Patent Pathways™ program, a unique i...
Patent Pathways™ Webinar: Law Firm Partnership Informational Session
Patent Pathways (a 501(c)(3)) is a virtual program that focuses on helping the least represented demographic in patent law, Black women, by...
Sandra Maxey Featured on World of Marketing Podcast
Harrity's Firm Controller, Sandra Maxey, was featured on Foster Web Marketing's World of Marketing Podcast! Along with host, Tom Foster, San...
John Harrity & WashingtonExec’s Rachel Kirkland: American Heart Association’s Lawyers Have Heart 10K, 5K and Fun Walk
WATCH NOW: Lawyers Have Heart Co-Chairs John Harrity, David Jaffe on May 20 10K, 5K and Fun Walk Heart health is a topic that resonates...
Patent Pathways™ Webinar: How You Can Get Involved & Help Solve the Diversity Problem in Patent Law
Patent Pathways (a 501(c)(3)) is a virtual program that focuses on helping the least represented demographic in patent law, Black women, by...
Elaine Spector Featured in The Patent Lawyer Magazine in a Women in IP Leadership spotlight on inspirations, experiences, and ideas for equality.
Elaine Spector is determined to bring equality and diversity to the patent world, and she’s not afraid to show it. She recently sat down for...
John Harrity Featured in Law 360 on Disrupting Law Firm Models
John Harrity interviews for Law360 Pulse On Disrupting Law Firm Models Law360 reported that Harrity is disrupting the traditional law fir...
Elaine Spector on How to Make the Future DigitALL: Persevere
Elaine Spector, Partner at Harrity & Harrity, LLP, and ChIPs Washington D.C. Member, was featured in ChIPs recent spotlight, "How to Mak...
Celebrating Women’s History Month – MFI 2.0 Spotlight – Shawna Lemon
To celebrate Women's History Month, and what is to come for women in our field, Harrity is highlighting Shawna Lemon, a graduate of our Mino...
Harrity Named Juristat Top Patent Firm for 4th Year
Harrity & Harrity has been named a Top Patent Firm by Juristat for a fourth consecutive year. The list, backed by a database of more...
Elaine Spector Featured on Inclusion Evolution Podcast
Harrity Partner & Diversity Co-chair, Elaine Spector, joins Judy Yee (Microsoft) as guests on Inclusion Evolution, a podcast hosted by L...
Celebrating Women’s History Month – Harrity for Parity Spotlight – Bree Vculek
To celebrate Women's History Month, and what is to come for women in our field, Harrity is highlighting Bree Vculek, a participant from the...
Celebrating Women’s History Month – Harrity for Parity Spotlight – Bree Vculek’s Advice for Others
To celebrate Women's History Month, and what is to come for women in our field, Harrity is highlighting Bree Vculek, a participant from the...
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