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FEB 4 CLE: Copyright Year in Review

Join us Wednesday, February 4th at noon, for a free CLE on Copyright Year in Review, presented by Klaus Hamm. Klaus will cover major copyright decisions from 2025, focusing on developments regarding third-party liability, statutory termination rights, fair use, and artificial intelligence. Our CLEs are free to attend, but registration is required. You can register here. […]

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JAN 15 CLE: ANNUAL PATENT DEFENSES UPDATE

On January 15th, John Vandenberg and Kristin Cleveland will present our annual Patent Defenses Update. In addition to our year-end review, they will introduce our Patent Defenses AI prompts (available exclusively to clients) for analyzing a patent’s intrinsic evidence. They’ll also cover: Key 2025 Federal Circuit decisions in substantive patent law and related litigation strategies […]

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Scott Davis Awarded Lexology’s 2026 Client Choice Award

We are pleased to announce that Klarquist partner Scott Davis has been named the top Intellectual Property – Patents Lawyer in Oregon in Lexology’s 2026 Client Choice Awards. This recognition celebrates legal professionals who deliver exceptional client service and add meaningful value to their clients’ businesses. Notably, nominations for this award are made exclusively by […]

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Patexia Ranks Sarah Jelsema in Top 100 and Klarquist in Top 50

Congratulations to Sarah Jelsema for being ranked among the Top 100 Attorneys in Patexia’s 2025 CAFC Intelligence Report, which evaluates attorneys appearing before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit. Sarah earned her place among the top 100 out of more than 5,000 attorneys nationwide. Patexia’s rankings use a data-driven methodology that measures […]

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OCT 16: PDX WOMEN IN TECH & LAW’S BLOOMS & BREWS NETWORKING EVENT

  Join Us for a Wreath Workshop & Networking Event! Connect with fellow women attorneys while crafting your own Halloween-inspired wreath at Treebeerd’s Taphouse. Enjoy local brews, light bites, and a relaxed atmosphere perfect for conversation and creativity. When: October 16th from 4-6pm Where: Treebeerd’s Taphouse on 822 SW 2nd Ave, Portland, OR 97204 What: […]

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Klarquist Welcomes New Managing Partner Derrick Toddy

              Klarquist is pleased to announce partner Derrick Toddy as the firm’s new managing partner, effective September 2025. Derrick is a patent attorney and seasoned litigator whose practice spans the full patent life cycle, from prosecution strategy and freedom-to-operate analyses to litigation, licensing, and USPTO post-grant proceedings. With deep […]

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Klarquist Achieves Mansfield Rule Certification for 2024–2025

We are excited to announce that Klarquist has achieved Mansfield Certification for 2024 –2025! Mansfield is a year-long, structured certification process that we’ve committed to since 2021 to ensure all talent at our firm has a fair and equal opportunity to advance into leadership. By applying Mansfield’s data-driven approach, we prioritize transparency and inclusive advancement […]

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August 21st CLE: Delegation, Deference, and Denials: Evolving Administrative Law and USPTO Procedure

On August 21st, Ryan Frei, Ph.D. and Cameron Clawson presented Delegation, Deference, and Denials: Evolving Administrative Law and USPTO Procedure. The USPTO Director’s recent memos are colliding with a shifting Supreme Court administrative law landscape, reshaping how the PTAB handles discretionary denials and agency guidance. Miss these developments, and your litigation or IPR strategy could […]

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11 Klarquist Attorneys Recognized in Best Lawyers in America® 2026 Edition

Klarquist is pleased to announce that 11 of our attorneys have been recognized in the 2026 edition of Best Lawyers in America. Seven attorneys were honored in Best Lawyers for their expertise in intellectual property and related legal fields: Lisa Caldwell – Trademark Law Scott Davis – IP Litigation Jim Geringer – Trademark Law, IP Litigation, & Patent […]

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Chambers USA 2025 Awards Klarquist Top-Tier Recognition

Klarquist is pleased to announce that we have once again been ranked in Chambers USA as a top-tier intellectual property law firm in Oregon. Scott Davis and John Vandenberg have also been individually recognized for their exceptional work as IP attorneys. As a leading boutique firm, Klarquist was recognized for its strategic guidance in portfolio management, […]

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