2025 Corporate IP Strategy Conference
by Unified Patents and Santa Clara University High Tech Law Journal
The 2025 Corporate IP Strategy Conference (CIPSC) is a premier event co-hosted by Unified Patents and the Santa Clara University High Tech Law Journal. Scheduled for Thursday, November 13, 2025, at the Locatelli Student Activity Center in Santa Clara, California, this conference brings together industry leaders, legal experts, and academics to discuss the latest developments in corporate intellectual property strategy.
The conference agenda features a series of insightful sessions, including a fireside chat with Jeremiah Chan, Director and Associate General Counsel at Meta, and a presentation on new tools for patent strategy by Shawn Ambwani, Co-Founder and COO of Unified Patents. Panel discussions will cover critical topics such as litigation strategies focusing on forum shopping and funding disclosures, standards and open source strategies, and recent policy changes impacting the IP landscape.
Attendees will have ample opportunities for networking, with scheduled breaks, a cocktail reception, and a dinner for all participants at Fogo de Chão San Jose. The event also offers three hours of Continuing Legal Education (CLE) credit, making it a valuable opportunity for legal professionals to stay current in the field.
This conference is ideal for corporate IP professionals, legal practitioners, policymakers, and academics seeking to deepen their understanding of current IP challenges and strategies. Participants will gain valuable insights from leading experts and engage in meaningful discussions on the evolving IP landscape.
Speakers(19)
Amanda Wieker
Partner at McGuireWoods LLP
Amanda Wieker is a Partner at McGuireWoods LLP, specializing in intellectual property litigation and counseling.
Christine Lehman
Managing Partner at Reichman Jorgensen Lehman & Feldberg LLP
Christine Lehman is the Managing Partner at Reichman Jorgensen Lehman & Feldberg LLP, with extensive experience in patent litigation.
Isaac Peterson
Attorney at Isaac Peterson Law
Isaac Peterson is an attorney at Isaac Peterson Law, focusing on intellectual property and technology law.
Jeremiah Chan
Director & Associate General Counsel at Meta
Jeremiah Chan is the Director and Associate General Counsel at Meta, focusing on intellectual property strategy and litigation.
John Whetzel
Patent Counsel at Red Hat
John Whetzel serves as Patent Counsel at Red Hat, managing the company's patent portfolio and strategy.
Jon Bowser
Partner at Haynes and Boone
Jon Bowser is a Partner at Haynes and Boone, specializing in intellectual property litigation and counseling.
Jonathan Stroud
General Counsel at Unified Patents
Jonathan Stroud is the General Counsel at Unified Patents, leading the company's legal strategy and operations.
Kevin Jakel
CEO at Unified Patents
Kevin Jakel is the Chief Executive Officer of Unified Patents, leading the company's efforts in providing innovative solutions to deter patent assertion entities.
Kit Crumbley
IP Litigation Partner at Bracewell LLP
Kit Crumbley is an IP Litigation Partner at Bracewell LLP, with expertise in patent litigation and intellectual property disputes.
Lisa Dong
Assistant General Counsel at Microsoft
Lisa Dong is an Assistant General Counsel at Microsoft, specializing in intellectual property law and policy.
Molly Kocialski
Of Counsel at Holland & Hart LLP
Molly Kocialski is Of Counsel at Holland & Hart LLP, focusing on intellectual property law and policy.
Robert Kang
Partner at Winston & Strawn LLP
Robert Kang is a Partner at Winston & Strawn LLP, focusing on patent litigation and intellectual property law.
Roshan Mansinghani
Head of Operations at Unified Patents
Roshan Mansinghani is the Head of Operations at Unified Patents, managing the company's operational activities and strategic projects.
Russ Jacobs
Managing Corporate Counsel at Starbucks
Russ Jacobs serves as Managing Corporate Counsel at Starbucks, overseeing intellectual property matters for the company.
Sasha Sokhis
VP, Head of Client Relations & Business Development at Unified Patents
Sasha Sokhis is the Vice President and Head of Client Relations & Business Development at Unified Patents, managing client engagement and strategic partnerships.
Shawn Ambwani
Co-Founder & COO at Unified Patents
Shawn Ambwani is the Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer of Unified Patents, responsible for the company's operations and strategic initiatives.
Shong Yin
Associate at Sheppard Mullin
Shong Yin is an Associate at Sheppard Mullin, practicing in the area of intellectual property law.
Victor Luu
Editor-in-Chief at SCU High Tech Law Journal
Victor Luu serves as the Editor-in-Chief of the Santa Clara University High Tech Law Journal, overseeing the publication of scholarly articles on technology law.
Winston Liaw
Partner at Farella Braun + Martel
Winston Liaw is a Partner at Farella Braun + Martel, specializing in intellectual property litigation and counseling.
Event Details
- Date
- November 13, 2025
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Santa Clara, United States
- Locatelli Student Activity Center, Santa Clara University
- Pricing
- Unknown
- Audience
- Corporate IP professionals, legal practitioners, policymakers, and academics
- CLE Credits
- Three hours of CLE credit