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Avoiding Intellectual Property Traps in Contracts.


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Categories:
Intellectual Property
Faculty:
Kirby Drake
Program Credits:
1-1.5 Credits
Credit Type:
General
Program Type:
Live Webcast Rebroadcast

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Description

This Continuing Legal Education course is designed to equip legal professionals with the knowledge and skills to identify and navigate common intellectual property (IP) issues in contracts. With over two decades of experience in IP law, attorney Kirby Drake will guide participants through the intricacies of IP definitions, licenses, representations and warranties, indemnification, and confidentiality clauses. This course aims to ensure that attendees can spot and manage IP-related risks effectively, safeguarding their clients' interests in various contractual agreements.

Learning Objectives:

  1. Define Intellectual Property (IP): Understand the different types of IP, including patents, trademarks, trade secrets, and copyrights, and how they should be defined in contracts.
  2. Draft Effective IP Licenses: Identify the key questions and considerations when including licenses in contracts.
  3. Navigate Representations and Warranties: Recognize critical IP representations and warranties from both the buyer and seller perspectives to mitigate risks.
  4. Utilize Indemnification Clauses: Understand the strategic use of indemnification clauses to manage IP-related liabilities.
  5. Implement Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure Agreements: Determine when and how to include confidentiality and non-disclosure clauses in contracts to protect sensitive information.

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Founder

Kirby Drake Law


Since 2002, Kirby has dedicated herself to guiding clients through intellectual property (IP) challenges. A registered patent attorney, she excels in troubleshooting and advising on IP matters, aiding clients in identifying, safeguarding, and maximizing their IP assets. With a focus on demystifying the patent process, Kirby ensures clients comprehend their protection options thoroughly. She caters to diverse entities, from startups to Fortune 500 companies, streamlining the patent process with meticulous attention to detail. Beyond her practice, Kirby champions IP education and advocacy, notably serving as Chair of the IP Section for the State Bar of Texas and the ACS Committee on Patents and Related Matters, fostering IP awareness and support.