Newsletter February/March 2026
The February/March edition of our newsletter is now available. Here is a brief glance at what you will find in this edition: “First-filer vs. second-filer”, “Bayh-Dole Act”, “Are NFTs “goods” for trademark purposes?” and “Understanding the derivative works exception to copyright’s termination right” Newsletter February/March 2026 PDF
Rick Hoffmann has become a Fellow of the Litigation Counsel of America
Rick Hoffmann has become a Fellow of the Litigation Counsel of America. The Litigation Counsel of America is a trial lawyer honorary society whose membership is by invitation only and is limited to less than one-half of one percent of North American lawyers, judges, and scholars. Fellows are selected based upon excellence and accomplishment in […]
Alaina Norrito and Shannon Smith spoke at the Davidson Fellowship Conference
Alaina Norrito and Shannon Smith spoke at the Davidson Fellowship Conference on Innovation in Healthcare, sponsored by Henry Ford Health System and Henry Ford Innovations. Alaina Norrito led a discussion on Intellectual Property Law with prominent technology leaders in the metro-Detroit community.
Matt Schmidt helped a client obtain a patent on an innovative laminated film
Matt Schmidt helped a client obtain a patent on an innovative laminated film and a method of making the film. The film includes a durable middle layer within pre-stretched elastic layers, and the film has proven to be durable and effective at keeping air, water, and other contaminants from objects wrapped in the film.
Reising was founded in 1865 and celebrated its 160th year
Reising was founded in 1865 and celebrated its 160th year as an intellectual property law firm. During its history, Reising has partnered with automotive pioneers such as Ransom E. Olds, David Buick, and the Fisher Brothers and looks forward to building on that legacy in the years to come.
Newsletter October/November 2025
The October/November edition of our newsletter is now available. Here is a brief glance at what you will find in this edition: “Copyright Office weighs generative AI training against fair use”, “It’s not easy being green”, “Who is a skilled artisan?” and “When “convoyed sales” entitle patentees to lost profits” Newsletter October/November 2025 PDF
Some Reising lawyers were recognized in the 32nd edition of The Best Lawyers in America
Colin Cicotte, Rick Hoffmann, Matt Schmidt, Shannon Smith, and Jim Stevens were recognized in the 32nd edition of The Best Lawyers in America (2026).
Shannon Smith was appointed to the Michigan Intellectual Property Law Association’s Board of Directors
Shannon Smith was appointed to the Michigan Intellectual Property Law Association’s (MIPLA’s) Board of Directors for the 2025-2026 term. MIPLA is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing legal education and providing learning opportunities across the Michigan legal community.
Reising participated in MIPLA’s annual Judge’s Banquet and Golf Outing
Blake Schmidt, Matt Schmidt, and Shannon Smith participated in MIPLA’s annual Judge’s Banquet and Golf Outing. Michigan is both a hub of innovation and a focal point for major IP litigation, and this event supports the Theodore Levin Foundation—led by federal judges— which provides legal education opportunities in the Detroit area. Blake and Matt’s group […]
Newsletter August/September 2025
The August/September edition of our newsletter is now available. Here is a brief glance at what you will find in this edition: “Can claims drafting involve abstract ideas?”, “Patent cancellation upheld despite PTAB claim construction error”, “Foiled by functionality” and “AI can’t “author” copyrightable works” Newsletter August/September 2025 PDF