Pre-Council celebration event on the occasion of 100th Council meeting
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epi publishes a quarterly journal to inform the members of epi's current activities.
Deadline for epi Information 4|2025: 24 November 2025.
Use of Generative AI
At the Council meeting on 16 November 2024, guidelines for the use of generative AI in the work of patent attorneys were adopted. The guidelines emphasize a responsible use of AI, including informing oneself about the tools one uses, ensuring adequate confidentiality, thoroughly checking any output and being responsible for the final work product. Additionally, being transparent with your clients about the use of generative AI is an aspect to be considered.
Current vacancies at the epi Secretariat in Munich
Welcome
The Institute of Professional Representatives before the European Patent Office (epi) came into existence pursuant to the European Patent Convention (EPC).
November 28, 2025
Delegation from JPAA visits epi
On Wednesday 26 November, epi welcomed a delegation of JPAA, the Japan Patent Attorneys Association, at our office in Munich, to exchange views and points for collaboration.
November 21, 2025
Petition for Review R 16/23 Successful
The Enlarged Board of Appeal today held the oral hearing in case R 16/23 and announced its decision to set aside decision J 6/22, order the re-opening of the proceedings before the Legal Board of Appeal, and reimburse the petition fee.
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Dates:
- Paper M1 Q&A Sessions: 21 Jan, 28 Jan, 4 Feb 2026
- Paper M2 Q&A Sessions: 14 & 15 Jan 2026
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