Program Details
2025-12-08 14:00:00
Over 1,000+ webinars
Course Overview
2025-12-08 14:00:00
1h CLE Credits
Intermediate
1
2:00 pm - 2:30 pm ESTThis session examines key 2025 developments across intellectual property law, including patent eligibility for machine learning applications, IPR estoppel implications, and the ITC’s expanded domestic industry requirement. Attendees will also explore trade dress articulation standards, trademark functionality for all-purpose words, and copyright fair use principles in transformative works.
Rachel Zimmerman Scobie
Marra M. Clay 2:30 pm - 3:00 pm ESTThis session analyzes landmark Federal Circuit decisions including Eco Factor v. Google on Daubert expert testimony standards, patent term extension for reissue patents in Merck v. Aurobindo, and prosecution history disclaimer for design patents in Top Brand v. Cozy Comfort. The discussion also covers the Supreme Court’s Dewberry ruling on disgorgement of affiliate profits and the pending Cox v. Sony case addressing ISP contributory liability for copyright infringement.
Rachel Zimmerman ScobieMarra M. ClayRachel is an experienced first-chair trial lawyer who has handled all aspects of complex intellectual property disputes from investigation and preparation of the complaint through trial, post-trial, and appeal. With over 20 years of experience in patent litigation, she brings valuable appellate experience as a former clerk for U.S. Court of Appeals Chief Judge James B. Loken.
Marra brings a distinct perspective to IP law by going beyond litigation to see how it aligns with broader business strategies. She has expertise in copyright and trademark litigation with a chemistry training and technical background.
Rachel is an experienced first-chair trial lawyer who has handled all aspects of complex intellectual property disputes from investigation and preparation of the complaint through trial, post-trial, and appeal. With over 20 years of experience in patent litigation, she brings valuable appellate experience as a former clerk for U.S. Court of Appeals Chief Judge James B. Loken.
Marra brings a distinct perspective to IP law by going beyond litigation to see how it aligns with broader business strategies. She has expertise in copyright and trademark litigation with a chemistry training and technical background.
Requirements
The Alabama State Bar MCLE Commission requires attorneys to complete 12 credits, including 1 ethics, by December 31 of each year. All credits must be reported by February 15 of the following year. A maximum of 12 credits, including 1 ethics credit, may be carried over for 1 year only.
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