07.29 In the Mind of an Expert: A Journey through the Phases of Litigation, Phase One

In the Mind of an Expert: A Journey through the Phases of Litigation, Phase One - Fact Discovery

ABA Litigation Section
Intellectual Property Committee

Tuesday, July 29, 2025
11:00 AM-12:00 PM PT | 12:00-1:00 PM MT
1:00-2:00 PM CT | 2:00-3:00 PM ET

Program Description:

Kick off our three-part series exploring the expert’s role in intellectual property litigation with Phase One: Fact Discovery. This session dives into the critical early stage of litigation, where the foundation for expert involvement is laid. Learn how to strategically select and engage expert witnesses, navigate evolving admissibility standards under Rule 702 and Daubert, and integrate expert insights into discovery planning and theory development.

Through real-world examples and practical guidance, this program will help attorneys avoid common pitfalls, manage expert communications, and leverage specialized knowledge to shape stronger legal arguments. Whether you're litigating patents, trademarks, trade secrets, or copyrights, this session offers tools to make your expert a strategic asset from day one.

This is the first installment in a three-part series designed to guide litigators through the full lifecycle of expert involvement in IP cases—from discovery to deposition to trial. Don’t miss this essential foundation for expert-driven litigation success.

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