On AI, Inventions and Abstract Ideas

Welcome to AccelPro IP Law, where we provide expert interviews and coaching to accelerate your professional development. Today we’re featuring a conversation with Michael S. Borella, Chair of MBHB’s Software and Business Methods Practice Group, and co-Chair of the firm’s Diversity and Inclusion Committee.Artificial intelligence, patent reform and ambiguity in the patent process are creating new challenges for legal practitioners. In this conversation, we explore Borella’s roots in the tech world and his transition to patent law, while detailing the potential–and potential hazards–of leveraging generative AI to assist with legal work. We also discuss how companies and portfolio holders should prioritize acquiring new patents and how to best evaluate what should be patented and what should not.___AccelPro’s interviews and products accelerate your professional development. Our mission is to improve your day-to-day job performance and make your career goals achievable.Send your comments and career questions to [email protected]. You can also call us at 614-642-2235.If your colleagues in any sector of the IP law field might be interested, please let them know about AccelPro. As our community grows, it grows more useful for its members. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit iplawinsights.joinaccelpro.com