Founder Fundamentals: Lunch & Learn w/ Morrison Foerster- Schmidt/Potter

Thu Dec 04 2025 at 11:30 am to 03:30 pm UTC-08:00

Design & Innovation Building, Room 208 | San Diego

UC San Diego Office of Innovation & Commercialization
Publisher/HostUC San Diego Office of Innovation & Commercialization
Founder Fundamentals: Lunch & Learn w\/ Morrison Foerster- Schmidt\/Potter
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Join us for a dynamic series of workshops and office hours with expert attorneys from MoFo, designed specifically for university researchers
About this Event

Join us for the third and final session in a dynamic series of workshops and office hours with expert attorneys from Morrison Foerster, designed specifically for university researchers and startup founders. Explore essential topics including corporate financing, licensing strategies, and patent protection to help you build a strong legal foundation for your venture. Whether you're launching your first company or navigating your next funding round, this is your chance to get practical insights and tailored guidance from legal professionals who understand innovation.


TOPIC: Patent Playbook: Practical Approaches to Filing and Beyond

This session we welcome Jeffrey Schmidt, Life Sciences Patent Attorney, and Karen Potter, Partner, both of Morrison Foerster, as they dive into the Patent Playbook: Practical Approaches to Filing and Beyond. Together, they will reveal how innovative companies strategically leverage patents and other intellectual property - from the earliest stages of invention through commercialization. The seminar will explore a hypothetical invention to illustrate creative approaches to protecting intellectual property, including patent protection, portfolio building, and competitive positioning. Attendees will gain practical insights into crafting intellectual property strategies that not only safeguard inventions but also enhance business value, while navigating evolving standards on eligibility and obviousness across jurisdictions. They will also explore how these strategies apply to emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence.


Event Schedule:

11:30 a.m. - Registration open with Boxed Lunch and Beverage available for pick up*

12 -1 p.m.- Lunch and Learn Session in Room 208

1 - 1:30 p.m. - Q&A

1:30 - 3:30 p.m. - Office Hours on 4th Floor with Mofo Reps, 20-minute slots available, sign up at the event

*Subject to availability


This event is powered by Morrison Foerster, a proud supporter of our innovation ecosystem.


Directions to the Design & Innovation Building

The event is located on the second floor (room 208) of the . The entrances are located across from the or next to the bus and trolley stop.

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MTS Trolley

The easiest way to get to the DIB is by taking the MTS trolley UC San Diego Blue Line and getting off at the UC San Diego Central Campus stop. The trolley stop is a short 1 minute walk to the DIB.

Parking

Public transportation is highly recommended as parking is limited on campus. If you plan to drive to campus, please give yourself plenty of time. You can download the ParkMobile app to pay for your space digitally once you find a spot.

  • P510 - Pay and Display, Northside of the DIB *closest to the DIB*
  • Gilman Parking Structure, Southwest side of the DIB

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Design & Innovation Building, Room 208, 9510 Innovation Lane, San Diego, United States

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