For companies eying international markets, a major concern must be the complexity and cost of securing effective patent protection outside of the U.S. A savvy intellectual property strategy, informed by the pros and cons of patenting overseas, is essential to deciding when, where, and why to seek ex-U.S. coverage.
On April 9th, Foley Senior Counsel Brian McCaslin will discuss how small business can address the uncertainties of building an international patent portfolio at an MIT Enterprise Forum’s Get SMART Program. The presentation will illuminate general principles of patenting abroad and specific considerations relating to key countries in Asia and Europe.
Related Insights
April 3, 2026
Energy Current
Texas Legislature Sets Its Sights on Data Centers and AI: What You Need to Know
Texas House and Senate leadership recently released their interim charges, which serve as "homework assignments" for legislative…
April 3, 2026
Foley Viewpoints
For Your Eyes Only? Not Quite: Shadow AI in the Workplace
While many companies are still developing governance frameworks for authorized AI tools, an emerging risk has quietly surfaced: employees using unauthorized transcription tools without the company’s or participants’ consent.
April 3, 2026
Manufacturing Industry Advisor
Connecticut Appellate Court Narrows Scope of Petroleum “Franchise” Protections for Gas Station Operators
The Appellate Court of Connecticut affirmed a trial court’s judgment in favor of a petroleum distributor/lessor, holding that convenience…