The European Patent Office (EPO) and the government of Costa Rica are making significant strides towards finalizing a validation agreement that would extend EPO patent rights into Costa Rica. In a recent meeting held at the EPO’s headquarters in Munich, representatives from both parties discussed the progress in negotiations that began earlier in October. This gathering marked an important step forward, following the EPO Administrative Council’s approval of formal talks aimed at exploring the potential for patent validation within Costa Rica.

Perilla Knox & Hildebrandt LLP (PKH) partners, Kenny Knox and Jason Perilla, attended the 2024 AIPPI World Congress in Hangzhou, China. The conference, hosted by the International Association for the Protection of Intellectual Property (AIPPI), took place on October 19-22, 2024, and brought together global leaders in intellectual property law.

Perilla Knox & Hildebrandt LLP (PKH) is excited to announce that Robert Gravois has joined Perilla Knox & Hildebrandt LLP as the latest addition to our intellectual property team. With a strong focus on IP litigation, patent and trademark portfolio development, and licensing, Robert enhances PKH’s capabilities and expertise.

Perilla Knox & Hildebrandt LLP (PKH) is pleased to announce the addition of Tom Finch to its Litigation Practice Group. Tom brings a wealth of experience in all aspects of patent litigation, including patent infringement, trade secret misappropriation, and other high-stakes IP disputes. His broad expertise in navigating complex litigation at both the trial and appellate levels makes him a strategic asset to PKH’s clients across a wide array of industries.

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has announced the termination of the After Final Consideration Pilot Program 2.0 (AFCP 2.0), a program designed to improve patent prosecution and reduce requests for continued examination. While the program was initially scheduled to expire on September 30, 2024, the USPTO has extended its deadline to December 14, 2024, providing extra time for those preparing submissions.

Hacker groups are now utilizing UDRP procedings to usurp valuable domain names. This case underscores the extreme lengths to which hacker groups will go to unlawfully obtain valuable assets. It’s a clear example of the innovative and aggressive strategies hackers employ to exploit domain disputes.

Perilla Knox & Hildebrandt LLP proudly announces that several of its esteemed partners have been recognized by Best Lawyers® in 2025. This recognition underscores the firm's dedication to excellence and its influential role in the field of intellectual property law.

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has proposed a comprehensive set of changes to its trademark fees, set to take effect in fiscal year 2025. These changes include increases in existing fees, the introduction of new fees, and the discontinuation of several fees.

On May 22, 2024, the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) issued updated guidance for evaluating obviousness in design patent applications following the Federal Circuit's decision in LKQ Corp. v. GM Global Technology Operations LLC. The decision replaces the allegedly rigid Rosen-Durling test with a more flexible approach akin to the KSR International Co. v. Teleflex Inc. standards used for utility patents.

On behalf of the entire team at Perilla Knox & Hildebrandt LLP, we extend our warmest thanks to all who attended our first INTA reception at trendy The Painted Duck in West Midtown, Atlanta. Your presence made this event truly exceptional, and we are immensely grateful for your support.

In April 2024, the Supreme People’s Court (SPC) of China issued various statistics relating to intellectual property (IP) disputes in China for 2023. China witnessed a notable surge in 2023 in intellectual property cases across various legal domains, reflecting both the country's growing emphasis on IP protection and the evolving nature of legal disputes in the digital age.

Brad Groff, a Partner at PKH, was prominently featured in an online article by Super Lawyers. This recognition underscores Brad's outstanding expertise and contributions to the field of intellectual property law, and even focuses on his career prior to becoming an intellectual property attorney.

Perilla Knox & Hildebrandt LLP is pleased to announce the promotion of Andrea Nguyen to Partner. With a proven track record of excellence in intellectual property litigation, Andrea has consistently demonstrated exceptional legal expertise and dedication to client success.

PKH proudly announces the expansion of its Mechanical Patent Prosecution team with the addition of three well-known and highly skilled attorneys. The new additions, Brad Groff, John Greenwald, and Daniel Hong, bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to PKH, further enhancing the firm's capabilities in handling complex mechanical patent matters and serving our clients in the consumer products space.

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) announced the selection of Atlanta as the site for its newest regional office, a strategic move aimed at fostering innovation and supporting the vibrant intellectual property community in the Southeast.

Perilla Knox & Hildebrandt LLP (PKH) a law firm known for its intellectual property legal services, is pleased to announce the addition of three accomplished trial attorneys to its team, Cynthia Lee, Scott Amy, and Eric Maurer.

PKH is excited to welcome Steph Davy-Jow to our firm. Steph is a patent agent and law student at Georgia State University College of Law. She also has considerable experience in the biotechnology and mechanical arts, regularly handling biotechnology applications for several prominent universities and having served as an outside patent agent for a multi-national liquid packaging corporation.

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This week marks the first anniversary of the founding of Perilla Knox & Hildebrandt LLP. PKH was launched in March 2022 by three lawyers with decades of patent, trademark, and other intellectual property law experience. Today, PKH includes nine attorneys and a staff of seasoned paralegals and docketing personnel. PKH is focused on providing top-tier intellectual property services and growing a strong team of exceptional attorneys and staff.