Insights

An Update on Obviousness-Type Double Patenting (ODP)

In this episode of Choate’s Examining Patents podcast series, Kristen Buteau and Stephanie Schonewald discuss obviousness-type double patenting (ODP) rejections issued by the USPTO based on the claims of later-filed, later-expiring unrelated patents and review a recent ex parteappeal case that addresses such rejections.

31 Choate Attorneys Named to Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court 2023 Pro Bono Honor Roll

31 Choate attorneys have been recognized by the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court’s Pro Bono Honor Roll for distinguished service by providing volunteer legal services for those most in need.

Choate Attorneys Recognized in Best Lawyers in America® 2025

The Best Lawyers in America® has recognized 44 Choate attorneys in its 2025 edition. Recognition in Best Lawyers® is based entirely on peer review and is widely regarded by both clients and legal professionals as a significant honor.

Choate Ranks Highly in 2024 Legal 500

The 2024 edition of The Legal 500 recognized 40 Choate attorneys in their respective fields and 10 practice areas.

Choate Receives Significant Accolades in 2024 IAM Patent 1000

Choate has been recognized by IAM Patent 1000: The World’s Leading Patent Professionals 2024.

Kristen Buteau to Moderate Roundtable on IRA’s Impact on Drug Pricing and Patents

Kristen Buteau will moderate the roundtable discussion, “Exploring the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA): Is it Patent Reform?” at the Consero IP Forum for Life Sciences on Tuesday, December 5, 2023.

The White House Issues Executive Order on AI

On October 30, 2023, President Biden issued an Executive Order (EO) that directs the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) to develop standards for red-team testing of AI models, that is, adversarial testing for software risks and vulnerabilities.

Choate Attorneys Recognized in Best Lawyers in America® 2024

Best Lawyers in America® has recognized 43 Choate attorneys in its 2024 edition, including naming 4 partners as Lawyer of the Year in Boston for their respective practice areas.

Choate Ranks Highly in 2023 Legal 500

The 2023 edition of The Legal 500 recognized 29 Choate attorneys in their respective fields and 12 practice areas, with education and middle-market M&A receiving Tier 1 rankings.