Effective Defence of EPO Patent Applications
Clarity in drafting patent claims has always been a serious issue: clarity is required to distinguish the subject matter of a claim from prior art, and an unclear claim can be interpreted to the disadvantage of the applicant or proprietor. This is not just a formal matter, but a substantial issue of first importance.
The ‘problem-solution’ approach is not officially part of the EPC but is a criterion which has been developed by case law. It is now hard to find a decision of the Boards of Appeal which does not rely on the problem-solution approach to decide upon inventive step. It looks easy, but when applied, it should be applied correctly.
The expert trainer will teach delegates the essentials of clarity and the most effective use of the problem-solution approach, giving them an edge over other parties. The use of practical exercises will help embed the learning.
There is also time allowed during the event for you to ask your specific questions to the trainer and get solutions to the challenges you are facing.
Key topics covered:
- Article 84 – the implications of clarity of claims
- Effective use of the problem-solution approach
- Article 56 – understanding inventive step
Upcoming start dates
Suitability - Who should attend?
Benefits of attending
By attending this course you will:
- Learn about Article 84 and the implications of clarity of claims
- Expand your knowledge of clarity versus novelty
- Consider the interplay between Art 83, 84 and 56
- Get to grips with Article 56 and understand the intricacies of inventive step
- Understand how to effectively use the problem-solution approach
Request information - obligation free
Customer Outreach Award
We believe that it should be easy for you to find and compare training courses.
Our Customer Outreach Award is presented to trusted providers who are excellent at responding to enquiries, making your search quicker, more efficient and easier, too.
Reviews by course attendees
Average rating 4.5
The speaker was perfect.
About IPI Academy
International Professional & Industry Academy (IPI) is an international leading professional training organisation based in London. Our training solutions provide a return on your investment with measurable results, and are delivered by experienced professionals and managed with exceptional care and...
A very good and practical course.