[Patentpractice] Good bye and thanks for all the fish.

[Tim Ackermann]

All, the local IP law association reported that Richard passed away on
Friday.
https://www.linkedin.com/posts/houston-intellectual-property-law-association-hipla_rip-richard-schafer-the-houston-ip-community-activity-7302128516173574144-3PsA/
Tim
Tim Ackermann
The Ackermann Law Firm

E:  tim at ackermannlaw.com
P:  817.305.0690
F:  214.453.0810
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O: 1701 W. Northwest Hwy. Ste. 100
     Grapevine TX 76051


On Fri, Oct 18, 2024 at 7:03 PM Richard Schafer via Patentpractice <
patentpractice at oppedahl-lists.com> wrote:

> This is probably the hardest post I’ve ever had to make.
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> Over the years, I’ve learned a lot from the members of these listservs,
> and I hope that occasionally I’ve been able to import some semblance of
> wisdom myself. I thank Carl for providing these listservs for the IP
> community.
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> But my participation is coming to an end.
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> I’m dying. I’ve been diagnosed with stage 4 pancreatic cancer, and my
> lifespan is being measured in months, not years. I’m closing my law
> practice and working with clients to move their matters elsewhere. And I’ll
> unsubscribe from all of the listservs at some point as I focus my remaining
> life on spending time with my wife.
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> So to all of you, goodbye. It’s been an honor and a privilege to be part
> of the IP community and I wish the best to everyone.
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> Best regards,
> *Richard A. Schafer | Schafer IP Law*
> P.O. Box 230081 | Houston, TX 77223
> M: 832.283.6564 | richard at schafer-ip.com
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