The Global FRAND Seminar 2021 was a premier event focused on the complexities and developments surrounding Fair, Reasonable, and Non-Discriminatory (FRAND) licensing practices. Organized by Bauz IP Law LLP, the seminar brought together leading experts to discuss the evolving landscape of standard-essential patents (SEPs) and their impact on global innovation and competition.
Key topics covered during the seminar included the legal and legislative challenges associated with SEPs, the calculation of FRAND royalties, and the geopolitical factors influencing global competition. Sessions featured in-depth analyses of FRAND obligations, enforcement strategies, and the role of SEPs in fostering technological advancement.
The event provided ample networking opportunities, allowing attendees to engage with industry leaders, legal professionals, and policymakers. Notable speakers included Hon. Kathi Vidal, Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and Director of the United States Patent and Trademark Office, and Lisa Jorgenson, Deputy Director General of the World Intellectual Property Organization. Their insights offered valuable perspectives on the current and future state of FRAND licensing.
The seminar was designed for professionals involved in intellectual property law, patent licensing, and technology standards. Attendees gained a comprehensive understanding of FRAND practices, enabling them to navigate the complexities of SEPs and contribute to the advancement of fair licensing practices in the global market.
Speakers(21)
Carter Eltzroth
Legal Director at DVB
Carter Eltzroth advises on intellectual property, antitrust and other regulatory issues in standards development, licensing frameworks for essential patents, and dispute resolution.
Cono Carrano
Partner at Akin Gump
Cono Carrano is a trial lawyer and a registered patent lawyer who focuses his practice on complex patent litigation, primarily involving semiconductors, electronics, software, wireless, and optics technology.
Dr. Justus Baron
Senior Research Associate at Northwestern University, Center on Law, Business, and Economics
Dr. Justus Baron is a Senior Research Associate at Northwestern University's Center on Law, Business, and Economics. His empirical economic research focuses on technology standards, patents, and technological innovation.
Dr. Tim Pohlmann
CEO and Founder at IPlytics
Dr. Tim Pohlmann is the CEO and founder of IPlytics, focusing on overcoming friction and complexity in data-led decisions in industries where standards and patents matter.
Earl Nied
US IP Policy Director and Global Director on Intellectual Property Rights at Intel Corporation
Earl Nied is the US IP Policy Director and Global Director on Intellectual Property Rights issues relating to Standards for Intel Corporation.
He Jing
Partner at Beijing, GEN Law Firm
Mr. He has more than 20 years' experience in handling IP litigation, antitrust, policy advocacy and compliance matters.
Hon. Cathy Ann Bencivengo
U.S. District Court Judge at Southern District of California
Judge Bencivengo was appointed to the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of California by President Barack Obama and confirmed on February 10, 2012. She is a participant in the Southern District’s Patent Pilot Program.
Hon. Fabian Hoffmann
Federal Judge at Federal Court of Justice in Germany
Judge Hoffmann was appointed to the Bundesgerichtshof (Federal Court of Justice) in Karlsruhe, Germany in 2010. He is a member of the 10th Civil Division (X. Zivilsenat) which has, inter alia, jurisdiction on patent dispute matters.
Hon. Kathi Vidal
Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and Director of the United States Patent and Trademark Office at United States Patent and Trademark Office
As the chief executive of the USPTO, she leads one of the largest intellectual property offices in the world, with more than 13,000 employees and an annual budget of more than $4 billion. She is the principal IP advisor to the President and the Administration, through the Secretary of Commerce.
Hon. Kathleen M. O'Malley (ret.)
Of Counsel at Irell & Manella
Judge Kathleen O'Malley (Ret.) focuses her practice on litigation consulting involving a broad range of subject matters, all forms of alternative dispute resolution, and intellectual property policy work.
Irene Yang
Partner at Sidley Austin
Irene Yang is a partner in Sidley's San Francisco and Palo Alto offices and a co-leader of the firm's IP Litigation practice, focusing on patent litigation in high tech and the life sciences.
Isabella Fu
Associate General Counsel and Chief Patent Counsel at Microsoft
Isabella Fu is an Associate General Counsel and Chief Patent Counsel at Microsoft Corporation, where she leads the team of attorneys responsible for patent prosecution, counseling, policy, and strategy.
Jane Bu
Head of Legal at Via Licensing Corporation
Jane Bu is a member of the executive team at Via, overseeing the legal affairs for the company and serving as the principal attorney for Via’s patent pool programs.
Koji Kawahara
Deputy Director of the Policy Planning and Research Division at Japan Patent Office
Koji Kawahara serves as Deputy Director of the Policy Planning and Research Division of the Japan Patent Office, overseeing issues relating to Standard Essential Patents.
Kurt M. Kjelland
Vice President, Legal Counsel at Qualcomm Incorporated
Kurt Kjelland is a Vice President, Legal Counsel at Qualcomm Incorporated. Kurt represents the company in antitrust, patent, and licensing matters, including investigations and litigation.
Lisa Jorgenson
Deputy Director General at World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO)
Lisa Jorgenson serves as the Deputy Director General, Patents and Technology Sector at the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) in Geneva, Switzerland which administers the Patent Cooperation Treaty.
Owais Siddiqui
Executive Director, Intellectual Property at HTC America
Owais Siddiqui is Executive Director, Intellectual Property at HTC America, Inc. He manages patent litigation and works on patent licensing and acquisition matters.
Patrick McBride
Senior Director & Assistant General Counsel for Intellectual Property (IP) at Red Hat
Patrick has thirty years of experience advising innovative clients about IP rights in the software and high-tech sectors. He is a business strategist who proactively supports his client's worldwide business objectives while helping to manage risk.
Thane Bauz
IP Partner at Bauz IP Law LLP
Over the course of his twenty-nine-year legal career, Thane gained substantial experience with standard essential patents, including on behalf of global companies such as Sony, Boeing, and MediaTek.
Timothy D. Syrett
Partner at Wilmer Hale
Tim Syrett is an intellectual property and antitrust litigator. Mr. Syrett has particular experience with disputes at the intersection of antitrust and intellectual property law.
Warren Lipschitz
Partner at McKool Smith
Warren Lipschitz is a lead trial lawyer focused on high-stakes intellectual property and competition cases.
Event Details
- Date
- September 15, 2021
- Location
- 🇩🇪 Germany
- Audience
- Professionals involved in intellectual property law, patent licensing, and technology standards.