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OCBA Fireside Chat with Federal Circuit Judge Todd M. Hughes

OCBA Fireside Chat with Federal Circuit Judge Todd M. Hughes


 Start Date - End Date

March 10, 2026

5:30 PM - 7:30 PM


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Speaker:
 
Honorable Todd M. Hughes
United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit
 
Moderator:
 
Brian C. Barnes
Partner, Knobbe Martens
 
OCBA Fireside Chat with Federal Circuit Judge Todd M. Hughes
 
Join us for a moderated interview with Federal Circuit Judge Todd M. Hughes. This engaging discussion will explore a range of timely and practical topics, including practice tips for Federal Circuit practitioners, Judge Hughes’ experience at the Department of Justice, and his perspective on the impact of artificial intelligence on the Bar and Judiciary. Judge Hughes will also share insights from sitting by designation in district court proceedings and discuss how recent PTAB changes are impacting the Federal Circuit’s docket and practice.

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Registration Deadline: March 5, 2026.
 
This program is approved for 1.0 CLE Credit. Attendees must have participated in the program in its entirety to receive MCLE credit.
 
Cancellations must be received in writing via fax or email three (3) business days prior to meeting date to receive a refund.

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UCI School of Law | 401
401 E. Peltason Dr.
Irvine, CA 92697

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