Emil Speaking–Utah State Bar IP Summit–AI in IP Practice: Navigating the Ethical Triad of Competence, Confidentiality, and Candor

This session provides IP practitioners, especially patent prosecutors, with practical, actionable guidelines for using generative AI tools while remaining compliant with professional conduct rules. We will break down the three critical ethical duties—Competence (verifying AI output), Confidentiality (secure data handling), and Candor (disclosure requirements)—to ensure your firm harnesses AI efficiency without risking client privilege or professional sanctions.