Kathi Vidal to Depart USPTO, Reflects on Tenure and Future with Winston & Strawn LLP

Pieter Gunst01 mins

Kathi Vidal is set to conclude her term as the director of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) on Friday, with plans to return to her previous firm, Winston & Strawn LLP, on the following Monday. In a conversation with Law360, Vidal reflected on her time at the helm of the USPTO, emphasizing the internal changes she implemented during her tenure. Vidal’s contributions are poised to leave an impact as she transitions back to the private sector.