Dr. Thomas A. Haag, Partner, Seyfarth Shaw LLP to Speak at TKG's Bridging the Gap Between EU and U.S. Biotech Inventions Protection

Top Quote The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Dr. Thomas A. Haag, Partner, Seyfarth Shaw LLP, will speak at The Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “Bridging the Gap Between EU and U.S. Biotech Inventions Protection LIVE Webcast". End Quote
  • (1888PressRelease) February 22, 2018 - This event is scheduled for April 17, 2018 from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (ET).

    For further details, please visit:
    https://www.theknowledgegroup.org/webcasts/legal/intellectual-property-law/bridging-the-gap-between-eu-and-us-biotech-inventions-protection

    About Thomas A. Haag
    Thomas Haag is a partner in the Intellectual Property Department of Seyfarth Shaw LLP’s Washington D.C. office where he cochairs the firm’s chemical & life science patent team. His practice focuses on pharmaceutical and biotechnology patent counseling, due diligence and licensing/transactional matters; as well as Hatch-Waxman litigation and patent opinion work.

    He has extensive experience strategically managing large patent portfolios, drafting and negotiating biomedical patent licenses, asset purchase agreements and joint development agreements. Dr. Haag’s technical expertise is in molecular biology related technologies including those in the fields of immuno-oncology, cancer/infectious disease vaccines, nucleic acid-based therapeutics, stem-cell therapeutics, gene editing and therapy, epigenetics, transgenic plants, next generation sequencing (NGS), biologics and biosimilars.

    Previously, Dr. Haag was a Founding Partner and Chair of Fanelli Haag PLLC. Fanelli Haag was acquired by Seyfarth Shaw LLP in October 2016. Fanelli Haag was a leading intellectual property boutique law firm focused on issues facing the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, nanotechnology and chemical industries.

    About Seyfarth Shaw LLP
    At the forefront of intellectual property law for more than a century, Leydig, Voit & Mayer provides valued advice and trusted counsel on intellectual property issues to industry leaders around the world. Leydig's IP litigation, licensing, and prosecution services encompass patent, trademark, copyright, trade secrets, Internet and other IP issues, including post-grant proceedings. The firm represents clients in various industries including pharmaceuticals, chemical and chemical engineering, software, electronics, manufacturing and machine design, biotechnology, medical devices, financial services, and consumer products. The wealth of litigation and technical experience of the firm’s attorneys and staff enables the firm to tailor its services to the unique needs of each client.

    Event Synopsis:
    Biotechnology companies both in the U.S. and Europe rely greatly on patents to protect their biotech inventions, especially during the research and development process. However, with the evolving economic landscape, and the rise of complex developments and innovation, protecting biotech inventions has become more difficult.

    In this LIVE Webcast, a team of thought leaders and professionals brought together by The Knowledge Group will provide and present and in-depth analysis of the laws and regulations in the EU and U.S. concerning Biotech Inventions Protection. Speakers will also provide practical tips and strategies to maximize legal protection and to avoid risks and pitfalls while complying with applicable laws.

    Key topics include:
    • EU and U.S. Biotech Inventions Protection – Laws and Regulations
    • Similarities and Differences
    • Significant Court Rulings
    • Trends and Legal Updates
    • What Lies Ahead in 2018

    About The Knowledge Group, LLC/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series
    The Knowledge Congress was established with the mission to produce unbiased, objective, and educational live webinars that examine industry trends and regulatory changes from a variety of different perspectives. The goal is to deliver a unique multilevel analysis of an important issue affecting business in a highly focused format. To contact or register to an event, please visit: http://theknowledgegroup.org/

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