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The USPTO has proposed new rules that could make invalidity challenges a “one-and-done” process, significantly narrowing when an Inter Partes Review can be instituted. If adopted, these changes would reshape strategic considerations for both petitioners and patent owners. In the latest IP Intelligence blog, Partners Jason Hoffman and Robert Hails explore what these proposed rules mean and how they could impact future strategies. #BHBlog #IP #USPTO

We just wrapped up another incredible New Associate Academy, and it was a tremendous success! It was an honor to welcome the newest class of Baker lawyers as they begin their journey with us. A heartfelt thank you to all of our inspiring speakers, dedicated mentors, and especially our Chairman, whose presence and support underscore our deep commitment to developing the next generation of legal talent. The energy, curiosity and professionalism of this new class were truly inspiring. Their thoughtful engagement and eagerness to contribute give us every reason to be excited about the future of our firm. We’re proud to invest in their growth and confident they will help shape the future of our practice in meaningful ways. The journey ahead is bright and we’re thrilled to walk it together.   Welcome aboard!    #NewAssociates #LegalTalent #BelongatBaker

Group of Major Global Banks Exploring Stablecoin Focused on G7 Currencies; DOJ and Treasury Announce Major Action Against ‘Pig Butchering’ Enterprise; US Settles Criminal Tax Case Against ‘Bitcoin Jesus’ and more in the Weekly Blockchain Blog from Partner Robert A. Musiala Jr., Esq., CFCS and Associates John Robertson, Jonathan Cardenas and Amos Kim. #BHBlog #Blockchain #Crypto

Partner Barbara Linney will present “Acts of Emergency? Potential New Frontiers in National Security Legislation” during the WorldECR Export Controls and Sanctions Forum in Washington, D.C. Nov. 4-5 and London Nov. 19-20. She will address the use of the International Economic Emergency Powers Act as a justification for the imposition of tariffs, as well as what may follow. #BHNews #Sanctions #WorldECR

Partner Cynthia Bast will moderate a session titled “Preservation Strategies – Acquiring and Rehabilitating Affordable Housing” at the AHF Live affordable housing conference Nov. 17-19 in Chicago. Learn more about the panel here. #BHNews #AffordableHousing #AHFLive https://lnkd.in/eU2_3i26

For years, hospitals faced penalties under the California Department of Public Health’s strict-liability rule, which treated any privacy breach as automatic proof of inadequate safeguards. California’s Third District Court of Appeal recently overturned this “perfect-or-else” standard, clarifying that hospitals must implement reasonable safeguards to protect medical information. Read about the Court’s analysis, its implications and practical steps hospitals can take to stay compliant in the latest Data Counsel blog post by Partners Aleksandra Vold and Lynn Sessions. #BHBlog #CaliforniaPatientPrivacy #CDPH

Former chief of the Illinois Attorney General’s Privacy and Data Security Unit joins BakerHostetler’s acclaimed Digital Risk Advisory and Cybersecurity team in Chicago; BakerHostetler deepens mergers and acquisitions and private equity bench with addition of four partners in New York, listen to podcasts and more in this week’s In Case You Missed It. This weekly newsletter includes a wrap-up of the top thought leadership from our attorneys. To stay up to date, be sure to subscribe to receive notifications when new articles are published each week. #ICYMI #BHNews #BHAlert 

The Philadelphia City Council has unanimously approved sweeping amendments to the city’s Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Law. Effective January 6, 2026, these changes significantly broaden protections for job applicants and employees with criminal records while introducing new compliance requirements for employers operating in Philadelphia. In their latest alert, Counsel Christian White and Associate Matthew Berger outline key amendments and share practical steps employers should take before the effective date. #BHAlert #Philadelphia #LaborLaw

SEC Chairman Atkins recently delivered a speech announcing changes to the Wells process and other enforcement policies. In their alert, Partners Jonathan Barr, John J. Carney, Jimmy Fokas, and Teresa Goody Guillén, along with Counsel Bari Nadworny and Associate Nikita Mistry, summarize these updates, which aim to improve fairness, transparency and consistency. #BHAlert #SEC #Enforcement

On today’s episode of AD Nauseam, Partners Amy Ralph Mudge and Daniel Kaufman explore the topic of individual liability as it relates to FTC cases, and the importance of listening to complaints and responding appropriately from the start. #BHPodcast #FTC #Liability https://lnkd.in/gC3ytK4g