Best Practices for Parallel EP + US Patent Applications

Those seeking to have a patent granted by the EPO and USPTO for the same invention face the challenge of satisfying different requirements for the two jurisdictions. For example, a claim granted by the EPO may have a different scope than one granted by the USPTO. Moreover claim amendments permissible at the EPO might be impermissible at the USPTO and vice versa.
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You will save time and money by optimising your patent applications for both offices. By keeping in mind major differences, you can avoid duplicating work and achieve better results. Using concrete examples, our speakers will develop with you guidelines for preparing a patent application optimised for undergoing parallel procedures at the EPO and USPTO.