Effective October 1st, 2020, Osha Liang LLP will become Osha Bergman Watanabe & Burton LLP (OBWB)
We are excited to share some important news with you. As of October 1st, 2020, we are rebranding. Our U.S. firm will change its name from Osha Liang LLP to Osha Bergman Watanabe & Burton LLP (OBWB).
Osha Liang Piloting the Inaugural Midsize Mansfield Rule
We are pleased to announce our participation in the inaugural group of midsize law firms piloting Diversity Lab's Midsize Mansfield Rule. Accordingly to Diversity Lab's 09/15/20 press release, "The goal of the Mansfield Rule is to boost the representation of diverse lawyers in law firm leadership by broadening the pool of candidates considered for these roles and opportunities." [See full press release here] This collaboration...
2021 Best Lawyers
CONGRATULATIONS We are pleased to announce the inclusion of two firm attorneys in the Best Lawyers 2021 edition of The Best Lawyers in America. Partner Carlyn Burton was recognized in the field of Patent Law, and Global Chair Jonathan Osha was recognized in the fields of Litigation and Patent Law. Best Lawyers is considered the definitive guide to legal excellence; their annual list is based...
Osha Liang LLP Ranked on IAM Patent 1000 List of "The World's Leading Patent Professionals 2020'
Osha Liang LLP was recognized on the IAM Patent 1000 list of "The World's Leading Patent Professionals 2020.' Osha Liang's Global Chair Jonathan Osha, and Managing Partner Jeffrey Bergman were among the individuals ranked on the list of highly recommended professionals in the field of patent prosecution. According to IAM Patent 1000: "the IAM Patent 1000 is commonly regarded as the definitive ‘go-to' resource for those seeking...
COVID-19 Update | EPO Announces Deadline Extension
By Francesca Giovannini On May 1, 2020, the EPO announced that periods expiring on or after March 15, 2020 are now extended for all parties and their representatives to June 2, 2020. The new notice of May 1, 2020, replaces the previous notice dated April 16, 2020 and, with the exception of the extended date, reproduces its content. READ MORE
COVID-19 Update | WIPO Launches New Tool
WIPO today launched a new tool that tracks COVID-19 related intellectual property (IP) policy changes or other measures being implemented by WIPO member states in their response to the global pandemic. This is the latest in a series of measures taken by the Organization in relation to the COVID-19 pandemic. READ MORE [Courtesy of WIPO Pressroom]
WIPO-AIPPI Joint Webinar
On April 16, 2020, WIPO and AIPPI held a joint webinar featuring presentations by five senior WIPO members. Topics covered included: latest developments in trademarks, designs and GIs on the PCT, Madrid and Hague systems, as well as on intellectual property enforcement. The session was moderated by Osha Liang's Global Chair and current AIPPI Reporter General, Jonathan Osha.
Well played, Russell Westbrook!
During a press conference held on April 13, 2020, Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner announced that Russell Westbrook (point guard for the Houston Rockets) was collaborating with local nonprofit Compudopt in making an immediate donation of 650 computers to distribute to underprivileged kids. Compudopt was founded in 2007 by Jonathan Osha; he and Osha Liang partner Carlyn Burton currently serve on the nonprofit's board of directors....
Osha Liang Announces Temporary Houston Office Closure
Early this morning, local officials announced a "stay-at-home" order to mitigate COVID-19 spread. In compliance with this directive, Osha Liang's Houston office will temporarily close, effective March 24th at 11:59 pm. This restricted lock-down in Harris County will remain in place until April 3rd. As stated in a recent announcement (business continuity), our team is fully equipped and committed to providing uninterrupted service during this...
Our Commitment to Providing Uninterrupted Service
We would like to inform you that all of our offices remain open and are actively working. In response to developments with COVID-19, Osha Liang has taken proactive measures to protect the health and well-being of our team, our clients, and the community at large. Our Hangzhou office colleagues started working remotely in January while colleagues at our Paris office have been working remotely since...
