Fifth Annual Intellectual Property & Innovation Conference
The Fifth Annual Intellectual Property & Innovation Conference, organized by the Suffolk Law Intellectual Property Center, convenes a diverse group of intellectual property professionals, including scholars, law firm practitioners, in-house counsel, and policymakers. This event offers a platform for exploring current issues in IP and innovation, fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing among attendees.
Key topics at the conference include the progress of negotiations for a new WIPO Treaty on the Disclosure of Origin of Genetic Resources and Associated Traditional Knowledge, the Schedule A phenomenon, and the challenges and avenues for protecting technology in the age of generative AI. These sessions aim to provide insights into the evolving landscape of intellectual property law and its impact on various industries.
The conference features a keynote address by Professor Lateef Mtima from Howard University School of Law, focusing on "Intellectual Property Social Justice: Uniting the Nation Through Creative and Innovative Pursuits." Additionally, attendees can participate in panel discussions, presentations, and a networking reception, offering opportunities to engage with experts and peers in the field.
This conference is ideal for intellectual property professionals, legal scholars, policymakers, and anyone interested in the intersection of law and innovation. Attendees will gain valuable perspectives on emerging IP issues and have the chance to connect with leading experts in the field.
Speakers(17)
Andrina Zink
Senior Director, Intellectual Property at Alkermes
Manages intellectual property portfolios and strategies in the biopharmaceutical sector.
Arthur Shum
Assistant General Patent Counsel (Medical Devices) at Eli Lilly and Company
Provides legal counsel on patent matters related to medical devices.
Casey Hewitt
Founder & Attorney at Hewitt Law PLLC
Specializes in intellectual property law, providing legal services to innovators and creators.
Dalindyebo Shabalala
Professor of Law at Suffolk University Law School
Focuses on international intellectual property law and its impact on social justice.
Eric Goldman
Professor of Law at Santa Clara University School of Law
Expert in internet law and intellectual property, focusing on legal issues related to online platforms.
Larissa Bifano
Partner & Chair–U.S. Patent Prosecution Practice at DLA Piper
Leads the U.S. Patent Prosecution Practice, specializing in patent strategy and counseling.
Lateef Mtima
Professor of Law at Howard University School of Law
Founder and Director of the Institute for Intellectual Property and Social Justice, advocating for socially equitable access and inclusion in the IP ecosystem.
Mark Sullivan
Former Vice President, Chief Legal Officer and Secretary at Bose Corporation
Led legal strategies and corporate governance at Bose Corporation.
Morris Singer
Senior Manager, Technology Partnerships, Horizontal ISVs at Amazon Web Services
Manages technology partnerships, focusing on independent software vendors.
Nick Bassil
Partner at Kilburn & Strode LLP
Specializes in patent law, advising clients on international patent strategies.
Peter J. Karol
Associate Professor of Law at Suffolk University Law School
Focuses on trademark law and intellectual property issues in the arts.
S. James Boumil III
Intellectual Property Counsel at Boston Dynamics
Provides legal counsel on intellectual property matters for robotics innovations.
Sarah Burstein
Professor of Law at Suffolk University Law School
Academic Co-Director of Suffolk Law IP Law Center, specializing in intellectual property law.
Saurabh Vishnubhakat
Professor of Law at Cardozo Law School
Director of the IP and Information Law Program, focusing on patent law and policy.
Stacey M. Lantagne
Associate Professor of Law at Suffolk University Law School
Researches and teaches in the areas of copyright law and internet law.
Thomas Sullivan
Partner at Lando & Anastasi
Specializes in intellectual property law, advising clients on patent and trademark matters.
Wyley Proctor
Partner at McCarter & English
Focuses on intellectual property litigation and counseling.
Event Details
- Date
- October 12, 2023
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Boston, United States
- Suffolk University Law School, Keches Room, First Floor, 120 Tremont Street
- Pricing
- Free
- Audience
- Intellectual property professionals, legal scholars, policymakers, and individuals interested in IP and innovation.