The Intellectual Property Law Conference is an annual event organized by the Center for Intellectual Property, Information & Privacy Law at the University of Illinois Chicago School of Law. This conference has been a cornerstone in continuing legal education for over 60 years, providing a platform for practitioners, students, and academics to engage with the evolving landscape of intellectual property law.

The conference covers a broad spectrum of topics, including developments in patent and antitrust law, trademarks, copyrights, music and entertainment law, IP management, in-house counsel practices, information technology, and privacy law. Sessions are designed to address current trends and challenges, offering insights into the most pressing issues facing the field today.

Attendees can benefit from networking opportunities with peers and industry leaders, participate in discussions led by notable speakers, and explore an expo hall featuring the latest in legal technology and services. The event also includes plenary sessions, concurrent sessions, and featured speakers, ensuring a comprehensive and engaging experience for all participants.

This conference is ideal for legal professionals, academics, and students interested in staying abreast of developments in intellectual property law. It offers a unique opportunity to gain knowledge, share insights, and contribute to the ongoing discourse shaping the future of the field.

Speakers(20)

Aseet Patel

Founder CEO at PatentOAResponse.com

Aseet Patel is the Founder and CEO of PatentOAResponse.com.

Daniel A. Cotter

Member at Aronberg Goldgehn

Daniel A. Cotter is a Member at Aronberg Goldgehn.

Daniel S. Block

Director at Sterne Kessler Goldstein Fox

Daniel S. Block is a Director at Sterne Kessler Goldstein Fox.

Detlef von Ahsen

Partner at Kuhnen & Wacker, Germany

Detlef von Ahsen is a Partner at Kuhnen & Wacker in Germany.

Dr. Iman Sadeghi

Consultant at Quandary Peak Research, USA

Dr. Iman Sadeghi is a Consultant at Quandary Peak Research in the USA.

Isaac Pflaum

Director of Complex Software Litigation at Quandary Peak Research

Isaac Pflaum serves as the Director of Complex Software Litigation at Quandary Peak Research.

Jason Frankovitz

Quandary Peak Research

Jason Frankovitz is associated with Quandary Peak Research.

Jason M. Bradford

Partner at Jenner & Block LLP, USA

Jason M. Bradford is a Partner at Jenner & Block LLP in the USA.

Jelena Vujicic

Legal Advisor to Government of Serbia on Artificial Intelligence Law and Policy at Government of Serbia

Jelena Vujicic serves as a Legal Advisor to the Government of Serbia on Artificial Intelligence Law and Policy.

Jerry Glover

Retired Partner at Leavens, Strand & Glover LLC, USA

Jerry Glover is a Retired Partner at Leavens, Strand & Glover LLC in the USA.

Event Details

Date
April 15-16, 2025
2 days
Location
🇺🇸 Chicago, United States
University of Illinois Chicago School of Law
Audience
Legal professionals, academics, and students interested in intellectual property law.

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