Overview

The Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) is the heart of the international patent system and should be considered in every applicant’s patent filing strategy. When it is used appropriately, the PCT is a cost-effective option for international patent protection that provides benefits for applicants, patent offices, and third parties. But the PCT is also complex and challenging.  Based on the authors’ years of experience and the important lessons they have learned, this updated edition demystifies the PCT to help practitioners employ the system to their clients’ advantage. Starting with an explanation of the PCT’s framework and covering detailed information about procedures, safeguards, and strategy, the book’s comprehensive chapters provide the necessary tools to effectively understand and use this global system.

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"""I recently read The Practitioner's Guide to the PCT, [Second Edition], and I must say, it is a must-read for anyone interested in the patent cooperation treaty (PCT). The book is well-written and easy to understand, even if you don't have a legal background. The authors have done an excellent job of breaking down the complex PCT process into simple steps, making it easy to follow and understand. The guide is comprehensive, covering everything from the basics of the PCT to more useful and advanced topics like Procedural Safeguards: helpful options when things go wrong amendments, PCT strategies and recommendations, Selecting Countries for National Filing and Patent Prosecution Highway to name a few. One of the things I appreciated about this book is that it doesn't just provide information on the PCT process, but it also offers practical tips and advice for practitioners. The authors share insights and strategies based on their years of experience, which is invaluable for anyone looking to navigate the PCT system."" -Goutam Bhattacharyya (Dr.), Partner, K&S Partners"

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Jay A. Erstling's career has spanned law practice, teaching, and international service.  He recently retired as Special Counsel at Patterson Thuente IP, where he provided strategic advice on international patent and trademark issues and served as an advisor and expert witness in disputes involving the PCT, Paris Convention, and other treaties before US, foreign, and international tribunals.  Prior to joining Patterson Thuente, Jay served as Director of the Office of the PCT and Director-Advisor to the Director General of WIPO in Geneva, Switzerland, where he played a leading role in reforming the PCT legal framework and expanding the PCT system.  Jay continues to share his unique perspective on international IP as a Professor Emeritus at Mitchell Hamline School of Law, and a visiting professor at the Vytautas Magnus University Faculty of Law in Lithuania and the KDI Graduate School of Public Policy and Management in Korea.  He co-authored The Practitioner's Guide to the PCT (first edition with Sam Helfgott and Dave Reed; revised edition with Megan Millert), published by the ABA, and he is a frequent speaker on issues in international IP policy. Jay currently lives in Minneapolis, MN.

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