The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has welcomed a new Chief Policy Officer and Director for International Affairs, Sharon Israel. Previously a partner at Shook Hardy & Bacon LLP, Israel will bring her considerable experience to the forefront of the USPTO’s policy and international departments. Israel’s appointment might signal a new strategic direction for the office in its policy and international dealings.
In addition to Israel’s move, another significant intellectual property (IP) hire worth noting is that of Proskauer Rose LLP. The law firm has added a former partner of Frankfurt Kurnit Klein & Selz PC to its ranks. This comes as part of what appears to be a larger trend of reshuffling among IP professionals.
In-depth details of these essential IP law appointments can be found in the original reporting by Law360.