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News August 2022

Kirk Sigmon Explores the Implications of a Video Game Class Action on IP Rights for Law360

In an article published for Law360, Kirk Sigmon dives into a recent class action by video game collectors what that could mean for IP Rights. In the article, Kirk outline how the lawsuit, which involves a $1 million Super Mario Brothers game and the TV show “Pawn Stars,” holds a variety of lessons for intellectual […]

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Events May 2022

Kirk Sigmon Set to Speak on Blockchain and the Metaverse Panel at IPR Gorilla Conference

Kirk Sigmon is set to participate in the IPR Gorilla Panel Discussion III: Metaverse or Blockchains on May 11. The conference works to gather over 70 IP professionals to discuss findings and predictions of the IP industry in the new year. Learn more about the virtual conference here.

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News April 2022

Kirk Sigmon Recognized by Super Lawyers in 2022

Kirk Sigmon was recognized by Super Lawyers in 2022 for intellectual property work.

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Publication March 2022

Kirk Sigmon Provides Tips for Avoiding PR Disasters With Drafting Patents in Patent Lawyer Magazine

Kirk Sigmon wrote an article regarding avoiding mistakes and traps in patent drafting for Patent Lawyer Magazine. The piece addresses practical intellectual property and technology issues tied to the subject.

Intellectual Property Legal Analysis

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Publication March 2022

Kirk Sigmon Outlines Intellectual Property Traps in Everyday Operations for the Illinois Manufacturer

Kirk Sigmon explains intellectual property traps in everyday operations for manufacturers.

Intellectual Property Legal Analysis

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News December 2021

Kirk Sigmon Awarded Thomas Edison Innovation Law and Policy Fellowship

Kirk Sigmon has accepted a 2022-2023 Thomas Edison Innovation Law and Policy Fellowship at the Center for Intellectual Property x Innovation Policy (C-IP2) at George Mason University, Antonin Scalia Law School. C-IP2’s Thomas Edison Innovation Law and Policy Fellowship Program is a fellowship program for scholars working in economics, history, law philosophy, studying either innovation […]

Industry News Intellectual Property

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Events November 2021

Kirk Sigmon at IPR Gorilla Virtual IP Conference

Kirk Sigmon presented at the IPR Gorilla Virtual IP Conference 15th Edition in November of 2021. His presentation, titled “Best Practices for Software Protection: Patents, Trade Secrets, etc,” focused on software IP strategies. The conference works to gather over 70 IP professionals to discuss findings and predictions of the IP industry in the new year. […]

Intellectual Property Speaking Engagements

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Events June 2021

Kirk Sigmon Presents at Chulalongkorn University Startup Incubator

Kirk Sigmon taught an artificial intelligence IP masterclass at Chulalongkorn University Technology Center’s MedVentures Incubation Program. MedVentures is one of Thailand’s most comprehensive incubation programs for MedTech innovators. The program helps academic entrepreneurs transform their deep-tech research into successful startups. During his presentation, Kirk gave attendees an overview of the IP landscape related to artificial […]

Intellectual Property Speaking Engagements

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Publication May 2021

Pay to Play: Video Game Monetization Patents and the Doctrine of Moral Utility

Kirk wrote a law review article for the Georgetown Technology Law Review regarding game monetization patents and moral utility.

Intellectual Property Legal Analysis

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Events April 2021

Kirk Sigmon to Discuss IoT Trends at Virtual IP Conference

Kirk Sigmon spoke at the IPR Gorilla Virtual IP Conference on April 8. He was a panelist for a discussion on “IP Trending Challenges in the Future of the Internet of Things (IoT).” The conference touched on a variety of IP issues, including trademark portfolio management, brand issues, IPR enforcement, data privacy, and much more. […]

Intellectual Property Speaking Engagements

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