OCIPLA February Luncheon
DATE: Wednesday, February 18, 2026
TIME: 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM: registration, lunch, networking
12:00 - 1:00 PM: program
LOCATION: Aptus Court Reporting, 2040 Main Street, Irvine, CA
PRICING
Member: $15
Non-Member: $30
Student non-members: $20
In-house Counsel: Sign up for a free membership, enabling member rate of $15!
TOPIC: Navigating Ethical Minefields in IP Practice: Conflicts, Candor, and Compliance for Patent and Trademark Attorneys
This ethics CLE, delivered by Emil J. Ali of McCabe & Ali LLP, provides a comprehensive overview of key ethical issues facing intellectual property lawyers, both in private practice and in-house. Attendees will explore the regulatory authority of the USPTO, dissect the complexities of IP conflicts—including subject-matter conflicts and in-house ethical dilemmas—and examine candor obligations in patent and trademark prosecution and litigation.
The session also addresses the USPTO’s continued focus on candor and signature requirements, as well as tips for California practitioners dealing with CTAPP. Join Emil as he takes you through practical examples, and best practices to uphold ethical standards, avoid malpractice, and navigate the evolving ethics landscape of IP law with confidence.
SPEAKER: Emil J. Ali, Partner, McCabe Ali LLP
