May 23, 2025
Kathryn Rubino chats with Olga Berson partner at Thompson Coburn. Olga shares her journey from a scientist to a top patent attorney, tackling AI’s impact on patentability and the evolving biosimilar litigation. Her unique insights and balance between law and ballroom dancing make it an inspiring episode!
Highlights
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Path from science to patent law.
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Patent lawyers as the geeks of the law field.
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Collaborating across legal disciplines.
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Day-to-day life of a patent partner.
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Unique career spanning patent prosecution, litigation, and more.
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Key issues: Patent eligibility and AI.
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Patent law and its challenges with biotech and AI.
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Balancing AI’s role in innovation and patentability.
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AI hallucinations and legal implications.
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Lateral move to Thompson Coburn and its appeal.
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Combining a demanding career with ballroom dancing.
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Advice for aspiring patent lawyers: Build client trust.
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