AI Patent Protection | Live CLE Intellectual Property Law Webinar

From Algorithms to Assets: Protecting AI Innovations in a Changing Patent World | Live CLE Intellectual Property Law Webinar

Broadcast Date: Tuesday, June 16, 2026, from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm (ET) | On-Demand Available 24 Hours Later

This CLE program provides attorneys with a substantive overview of current developments in U.S. patent law and U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) practices as they relate to artificial intelligence (AI) inventions. As AI technologies continue to evolve, patent practitioners must navigate complex issues surrounding subject matter eligibility, claim drafting, and prosecution strategy under 35 U.S.C. § 101 and related guidance.

In this CLE webinar, Robert Plotkin, Software Patent Lawyer & Founding Partner, at Blueshift IP, LLC and Michael Pack, Patent Attorney, at Pack IP Law, will examine recent USPTO guidance and key case law affecting AI-related patent applications. The speakers will focus on practical approaches to drafting and prosecuting claims that address eligibility challenges while preserving claim scope and enforceability. Attendees will gain actionable insights into aligning AI innovations with current examination standards and advising clients on legal risks and strategic considerations in this rapidly evolving area.

What You Will Learn in this Webinar

• Identify key legal standards governing patent eligibility for AI inventions, including USPTO guidance and the Alice/Mayo framework
• Analyze common subject matter eligibility issues arising in AI-related patent applications under 35 U.S.C. § 101
• Develop effective claim drafting and prosecution strategies to improve the likelihood of allowance while maintaining enforceable claim scope
• Evaluate USPTO examination practices and tools used in assessing AI-related patent eligibility
• Advise clients on legal risks and strategic considerations when seeking patent protection for AI technologies

Agenda

Segment 1:
Robert Plotkin, Software Patent Lawyer & Founding Partner, Blueshift IP, LLC

• Recent USPTO guidance, including the Kim Memo and MPEP updates
• Key case law, including Recentive Analytics v. Fox Corp. and Ex Parte Desjardins
• Practical claim drafting strategies for AI patent applications
• Prosecution strategies for overcoming § 101 rejections

Segment 2:
Michael Pack,Patent Attorney, Pack IP Law 

Why Attend This Webinar?

By attending, you will:

• Earn CLE credit online from the comfort of your office or home.
• Access both the live webinar and the on-demand recording at your convenience.
• Gain practical insights on drafting and prosecuting AI patent applications while staying current on USPTO guidance for AI subject matter eligibility.
• Fulfill continuing legal education requirements in a practical, engaging format tailored to legal professionals.

Who Should Attend

• Patent Lawyers and Consultants
• Intellectual Property Lawyers and Consultants
• Technology Lawyers
• Patent Agents
• Intellectual Property Professionals
• Chief Technology Officers
• General/In-house Counsel

Master AI Patent Law!

Join this CLE intellectual property law webinar for an in-depth look at the latest U.S. patent law developments and USPTO policies affecting AI innovations. Learn practical strategies for drafting and prosecuting AI-related patent applications to maximize allowance, validity, and claim scope. Stay current on USPTO guidance for subject matter eligibility and gain actionable tips for navigating the evolving landscape of AI patent law—all while earning CLE credits.