Digital Media and Technology IP Forum

The Software and Technology IP Counsel

In-House Counsel: Attend for $295* You must register before Friday, August 26, 2016 *May not be combined with any other offer Valid only for these titles as defined on our website.

Keynote Speakers

John Cabeca Director Silicon Valley United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)

Mary Boney Denison Commissioner for Trademarks USPTO

Silicon Valley is a hub of ideas and innovation. For counsel at companies of all sizes involved in the software and technology space, this is the forum to discuss updates in trade secret, patent, and copyright law and to hear best practices and real-world advice on efficient and effective IP protection.

Over the course of two days, connect with top in-house counsel on a variety of topics, including:

• Partnership with the USPTO
• Software Copyright
• IP Protection in Foreign Jurisdictions
• Idea Generation and IP Creation
• Best Practices in Post-Grant Proceedings
• Open Source Compliance

Featured Speakers

Featured Session

Consider Evolutions in Copyright Law for Software
The outcome of the Oracle v. Google case will shed light on the copyrightability of software and the fair use of Java APIs and other software elements. It is a case with a long history and much potential impact on strategies for protecting software using copyright going forward.

• Gain an update on the status of the case and prepare for fallout from the decision
• Design a strategy to advise your clients on the issue and incorporate proactive measures into your practice

Lesley Coulson Boveri Senior IP Counsel, Trademarks, AntiPiracy, Copyrights and Trade Secrets SAP SE

Jeffrey R. Kaufman Open Source IP Attorney Red Hat, Inc.