Thomas F. Lebens

Attorney at Law & Patent Attorney; Past President, Cal Poly Alumni Association;

[The Independent @Independent]

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RT @fitcheven: 🚨 #SCOTUS on induced infringement

In Hikma v. Amarin:
👉 Requires affirmative steps to induce
General statements or FDA equivalence ≠ enough

➡️ https://t.co/QBgealqw6O

#PatentLaw #IP https://t.co/UJxRwukW9U #fitcheven

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RT @fitcheven: #ChambersUSA 2026 is out, and we’re proud to be recognized once again among Illinois’ leading #IntellectualProperty firms.

Congratulations to partner Calista Mitchell on being named a notable practitioner in #IPLaw, and to our entire team.

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RT @fitcheven: SCOTUS declined review in Curtin v. UTH, reinforcing limits on who can challenge trademarks. Consumers generally lack standing before the #TTAB.

Read more: https://t.co/p4dmh2K9Qi #TrademarkLaw https://t.co/bFUP1mcovf #fitcheven

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RT @fitcheven: Missed our May webinar? The recording of “Design Patents: Obviousness After LKQ, AI in Examination, and Enforcement Trends,” presented by Fitch Even partner Jon Birmingham, is now available—free to access.

👉 Register to watch: https://t.co/OvEBjMIi5q …

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RT @fitcheven: The #FedCir clarifies §112 for biotech method-of-treatment claims—key guidance post-Amgen.

Read partner David Kogan's takeaways:
🔗 https://t.co/QEvMiSIBFL https://t.co/9SCOty1xhG #fitcheven

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RT @fitcheven: The #USPTO just made clear: the #PTAB is not a do-over after a failed district court trial. A new Director decision denies IPR institution post-trial, reinforcing that AIA proceedings are an alternative to litigation—not an extension. 🔗 https://t.co/pNL4CcBDeG

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RT @fitcheven: Join Fitch Even’s webinar: Design Patents: Obviousness After LKQ, AI in Examination, and Enforcement Trends

Fitch Even partner Jon Birmingham will cover key developments in prosecution, prior art, and enforcement.

May 28 | 11:00 a.m. CDT

Register: …

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RT @fitcheven: We’re pleased to welcome Ryan Richter as an associate in our Chicago office and to congratulate Lindsay Boehme, Ph.D., on her promotion to associate following her bar admission. We look forward to their continued contributions.

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RT @fitcheven: We’re pleased to announce that Allen E. Hoover has been named Managing Partner of Fitch Even, succeeding Mark Hetzler, who has served in the role since 2017. We thank Mark for his leadership and look forward to this next chapter. 🔗 https://t.co/rR13V8zVFx …

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RT @fitcheven: A #FedCir decision shows incorrect #Inventorship isn’t always curable. When an omitted inventor can’t be found and given notice, patents may be at risk—even if inventorship is undisputed.

Fitch Even patent agent Lindsay Boehme, Ph.D., reports: …

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RT @fitcheven: The first new gTLD application round since 2012 is coming in 2026.

What does that mean for .brand domains, security, and online identity?

Fitch Even partner Danielle Muñoz explains.

🔗 https://t.co/iof5lgj9tw #ICANN #IntellectualProperty …

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RT @fitcheven: Fitch Even was proud to sponsor the United Negro College Fund’s Annual National “A Mind Is…”® Gala on March 5. We were honored to be joined by members of our Strategic Alliance, Wood IP LLC, in supporting @UNCF's important mission and impact.

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RT @fitcheven: In a decision of first impression, SDNY held that exchanges with a generative AI tool (Anthropic’s Claude) are not protected by attorney‑client privilege or work product. Fitch Even partner Steve Freeland reports.

Read more: https://t.co/88b52ZkszY …

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RT @fitcheven: Fitch Even has been recognized as a #TopPatentFirm in @Juristat 2025 rankings—reflecting strong prosecution results and our team’s ongoing commitment to excellence. We’re proud of everyone who contributed.
Read more: https://t.co/IkNkzHHNO0
#IntellectualPropert…

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RT @fitcheven: 2026 will be a big year for IP. Fitch Even’s latest alert highlights 5 key developments to watch — including SCOTUS copyright cases, design patent obviousness standards and questions surrounding AI and copyright.

👉https://t.co/UxkHBzCFIc
#IPLaw #Patents #Copyri…

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RT @fitcheven: ✨2025: A year of big shifts in #IPLaw✨

Check out Fitch Even’s Year in Review, featuring the top #patent, #trademark, and #AI #copyright developments that shaped 2025. Insightful recap by our own Lindsay Boehm and Ethan Tibbs.

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RT @fitcheven: Please join us in welcoming partner Elias P. Soupos to Fitch Even. Elias brings deep experience in #patentprosecution, #litigation, and AIA post‑grant proceedings. We’re excited to have him on the team! Read more: https://t.co/9Taz4otWzf https://t.co/P6KxsEVLIQ #…

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RT @fitcheven: Congratulations to our new Fitch Even partners Jacqueline Thompson and Zach Van Engen! Read more: https://t.co/hxeZ6spVbR https://t.co/LCb6B9Y4IM #fitcheven