Intellectual property attorney Shawn Leppo presented at the World Trade Center Harrisburg’s 2026 International Trade Conference on May 12, 2026, in Lancaster, PA.
Shawn’s presentation, “IP Primer and International IP Considerations,” focused on considerations for developing an international IP strategy, including options for extending protection outside the U.S., an overview of relevant IP treaties, and strategic considerations for leveraging those treaties in foreign markets.
World Trade Center Harrisburg is a nonprofit organization dedicated to connecting South Central Pennsylvania businesses with global opportunities. As the region’s gateway to international trade, the organization empowers companies to break boundaries, expand their horizons, and thrive beyond regional borders.
Shawn is co-chair of McNees’ Intellectual Property Group, where he helps guide the firm’s approach to innovation protection and intellectual property portfolio strategy. His practice primarily focuses on patent matters, including prosecution, enforcement, licensing, and risk-avoidance strategies.
Patents are often perceived as an expense reserved for large technology companies or pharmaceutical giants. In reality, businesses of all sizes and across all industries use patents as strategic assets to generate measurable financial returns, deter competitors, and position companies for long-term growth. Understanding why others invest in patents is the first step toward evaluating […]
McNees welcomes seven law students joining the firm as clerks for the 2026 summer session. The clerks will work alongside attorneys in offices throughout Pennsylvania, offering valuable support on active matters. This year’s clerks will gain hands-on experience in legal practices, including corporate and tax, estate planning, intellectual property, labor and employment, litigation, and real […]
The 2026 Super Lawyers rankings recognize nine attorneys in their Super Lawyers® and Rising Stars® lists for Pennsylvania. The attorneys span across four of the firm’s Pennsylvania offices and six practice areas. Since 1991, Super Lawyers has recognized attorneys nationwide across areas of practice, basing their Super Lawyers® and Rising Stars® lists on peer recognition […]
Intellectual property attorney Geoffrey White participated as a panelist for “Engineering Innovation with AI — From Research to Real-World Impact” during industryXchange 2026, hosted by Penn State University’s College of Engineering on May 19, 2026. The event brought together Penn State faculty, graduate students, and industry leaders for networking and discussion on industry needs, emerging […]
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