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The Novice Tries AI: A Cautionary Tale

Underscoring the Importance of Human Expert Oversight When Using Artificial Intelligence Tools Like many, I’ve been intrigued by the future prospect of artificial intelligence, including its applications specifically in the practice of IP law. But like others, I remain equally cautious in its adoption as a replacement for experienced and expert humans in certain aspects of the application of legal work. A recent exercise in exploring both the prospects and potential limitations of AI illustrates and illuminates both sides of the aisle — the intrigued and the intrepid. While queries were addressed nearly instantaneously, including the research of relevant case…

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How “The Enablement Requirement” Limits Some Inventors but Empowers Others

In May of 2023, the Supreme Court delivered a unanimous ruling that effectively states, “the more one claims, the more one must enable.” The decision was long-awaited by patent practitioners. The ruling was delivered by Justice Gorsuch in  Amgen Inc. v. Sanofi, 22-157, — U.S. — (2023) (21-757_k5g1), and has notable takeaways for inventors filing functional patent claims.  The case pertains to patents covering antibodies engineered by scientists that help reduce levels of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol. LDL cholesterol is also known as “bad cholesterol,” as it can lead to cardiovascular disease, heart attacks, and strokes. These antibodies inhibit the operation of…

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The Next Frontier: How AI Can Evolve to Transform a Patent Practice

The integration of artificial intelligence into patent prosecution holds immense promise to augment efficiency and insights. But what will it take for AI to truly revolutionize patent practice? Based on our experience, enhancing memory, accuracy, and real-time capabilities would unlock the next level of value. The Power of Institutional Memory Like a new associate, current AI models start each matter with a blank slate. Enabling deep learning across prior work product would allow AI associates to synthesize applications reflecting years of experience. With technology like Claude purpose-built to absorb lawyer’s drafting conventions, an AI imbued with your distinct style could…

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