January 29: Patenting of Software and AI-based inventions before the European Patent Office (EPO)

Title:
Patenting of Software and AI-based inventions before the EPO
WSBA Legal Lunchbox Series
Description:

This session will provide a practical and up-to-date overview of how to obtain patent protection for software-related and AI-based inventions before the European Patent Office (EPO). 

We will discuss the legal framework and examination approach applied by the EPO, including technicality requirements, inventive step assessment for computer-implemented inventions, and emerging trends in the treatment of AI technologies. The presentation will also cover effective prosecution strategies, pitfalls to avoid and real-world examples. Participants will gain insights into how to position software and AI innovations for maximum patent eligibility and protection in Europe.
Webinar Date+Time:
January 29, 2026 

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM PT
Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar - Register Now!
Speakers:
Maximilian J. Weiss - SKM-IP, Munich, Germany
By:
Washington State Bar Association Legal Lunchbox Series; Developed in partnership with the WSBA International Practice Section .
Credits:

• Washington State: 1.00 Law & Legal Procedure
• Other States: A Certificate of Attendance can be provided on your request.

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