International Law and Intellectual Property Rights
In the intensely regulated environment of international trade, it is especially important that everyone in a company have a basic understanding of essential elements in international law. Regardless of whether or not you have in-house legal counsel, keeping up-to-date on the latest intellectual property protection rights is necessary when conducting business overseas. The following topics will be discussed:
- Foreign Corrupt Practices Act;
- Government regulations and trade law;
- Intellectual property protection;
- Rules of international trade conduct;
- Dispute resolution;
- Policy updates;
- Technology transfer;
- Patent protection abroad; and
- Copyright, trademark and trade secret issues.
About Our Instructors
Instructor Peter Kinsella, Partner with Faegre & Benson LLP, is a registered patent attorney. His practice is focused on advising start-up, emerging and large companies on intellectual property and technology related matters. Prior to joining the firm in 2000, Pete worked for Qwest Communications International, Inc. and Honeywell, Inc.
Instructor Kevin Johnson, Partner with Holland & Hart LLP, represents clients in international and domestic business transactions, joint ventures, mergers and acquisitions, financial transactions and corporate law. He has substantial transactional experience within the European Union and has represented clients in Eastern Europe, Latin America, and the Pacific Rim.
