Worldwide Law Seminars Calendar

Effective Performance Management

Bristol, England

With many businesses working with reduced numbers of staff, a confident approach to performance management is essential, in order to get the best out of your workforce. Tempting though it may be to hope the problem will go away, poor performance has to be tackled sooner rather than later in order to minimise the effects on your business.

Whilst the aim of a good performance management progr...

Burges Salmon

Navigating Transfer Pricing Regime - With Deloitte

Mumbai, India

The current economic downturn and audit environment have raised the level of awareness of transfer pricing risks in crossborder transactions. Many companies are paying focused attention to transfer pricing and are putting in place more resources and documentation to substantiate compliance with the arm’s length principle.

With Transfer Pricing Officers increasing their level and sophisticat...

CCH India, a Wolters Kluwer business

Generic Medicines/IP Legal & Regulatory Issues - to be held in Mumbai, India

Mumbai, India

The aim of this seminar is to shed some light on the legal background to the European generic industry and to provide an understanding of how it affects all parts of the business. Misunderstanding the various factors that influence the time and speed of registration can lead to regulatory delays with a knock-on effect on launch dates for new products. This can lead to undesirable commercial delays...

Managenment Forum Ltd

Contract Security in Uncertain Times

Bristol, England

It is common for construction contracts to require security to be provided for the protection of both parties. Our team of construction lawyers will summarise the options available (from traditional performance bonds to net worth tests) and consider the pros and cons of each. Guidance will be given on how to tailor a security package to a particular project.

Please note that whilst there i...

Burges Salmon

Effective Performance Management

Bristol, England

With many businesses working with reduced numbers of staff, a confident approach to performance management is essential, in order to get the best out of your workforce. Tempting though it may be to hope the problem will go away, poor performance has to be tackled sooner rather than later in order to minimise the effects on your business.

Whilst the aim of a good performance management progr...

Burges Salmon

Electronic And Mechanical Technologies ~ Global Patent Strategies

London, England

Register for this interactive seminar to: Benefit from the advice and expertise of two highly rated speakers, Improve your US and European claim drafting skills in the electronic and mechanical technologies, Complete practical drafting exercises to consolidate learning, Enhance your description writing skills, Consider other key issues such as prosecution tactics, strategy, and litigation, Compare...

Managenment Forum Ltd

Practical aspects of proceedings before the CFI and ECJ - Counsel’s perspective

Trier, Germany

The objective of this seminar is to provide legal practitioners with detailed procedural knowledge of proceedings in front of the Court of First Instance and European Court of Justice. This aims at enabling counsel to ensure judicial protection and the effective conduct of proceedings. It is assumed that participants are already familiar with the structure of the European judicial system, the subs...

Academy of European Law (ERA)

New Horizons for Civil Justice in Europe: Towards the “Stockholm Programme”

Brussels, Germany

In December 2009, a new multi-annual programme for the EU cooperation on justice and home affairs up to the end of 2014, known as the "Stockholm Programme", will be adopted at the European Council. It is expected that general priorities and political goals in the area of Justice and Home Affairs will be established. The new programme will follow the Hague Programme approved by the European Council...

Academy of European Law (ERA)

Advanced Trademark Formalities

London, England

Do you need to improve your knowledge of trademark matters? Register today for this one day seminar which will: - Give you practical advice and tips on how to manage your trademark portfolio efficiently (including protecting and defending your marks), Enhance your awareness of which type of protection should be used and why, Improve your knowledge of ‘Passing Off’ actions and understand the key ro...

Managenment Forum Ltd

The Patent Administrator

London, England

Register for our Patent Administrator seminar today to: Achieve a greater understanding of patent administration, Learn best practice and practical tips to save you time, Understand the different filing procedures and systems, Improve your record keeping

Managenment Forum Ltd

Patenting Medical Technology - Case Law Of The EPO

London, England

The patenting of medical technology is a complex and sometimes controversial topic, as it usually involves various claim types covering diagnostic, surgical and therapeutic devices and methods. This seminar will examine in detail how aspects of patent law relating to this significant branch of technology are covered by the existing provisions of the EPC and the relevant case law of the Boards of A...

Managenment Forum Ltd

Drafting International IP Agreements

London, England

Are you involved with the drafting of International IP Agreements?

Register for this comprehensive one day seminar to:

Learn more about the legal and commercial issues affecting Confidentiality Agreements, Material Transfer Agreements, Term Sheets, Intellectual Property Licences and Assignments, and IP terms in R&D contracts
Improve how to overcome these issues by improving your...

Managenment Forum Ltd

Cross-border Philanthropy in Europe

Brussels, Belgium

The value to society of charitable giving and philanthropy is especially great in a time of economic uncertainty. Many EU Member States promote such giving, for example by providing fiscal incentives, but in most cases such benefits have until now stopped at national borders. The aim of this conference is to highlight ways in which the existing hurdles to cross-border philanthropy in Europe can be...

Academy of European Law (ERA)

PCT Update For Patent Managers, Heads Of PCT Units, Senior Formalities Officers And Attorneys

London, England

Reduced to £475 for delegates who register at the same time for EPC Update on December 11 - Ref. H12-3190.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN FROM THIS SEMINIAR: Selected chapters of the PCT, where questions still remain, will be examined in depth, There will be an overview of other issues currently under discussion, Recently introduced changes will be explained, Future developments in the PCT will be in...

Managenment Forum Ltd

EPC Update For Patent Managers, Administrators And Formalities Officers And Attorneys

London, England

Reduced to £475 for delegates who register at the same time for PCT Update on December 10 - Ref. H12-3090.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN FROM THIS COURSE: Current issues and areas of uncertainty will be examined in depth, There will be an overview of other issues currently under discussion, Recently introduced changes will be explained, Future developments in the EPC will be introduced, Discussions ...

Managenment Forum Ltd

Recurring Questions In Biotechnology And Chemistry Case Law Of The EPO Boards Of Appeal

London, England

This seminar will provide useful information on European case law in the fields of chemistry and biochemistry, by means of an up to date analysis of decisions of the European Patent Office Boards of Appeal, considering specifically the current topical issues and controversial points. Interaction between speakers and participants will be encouraged throughout the day.

Managenment Forum Ltd

Successful Patent Litigation In Europe

London, England

Chaired by Andreas von Falck - Lovells

Why should you attend this event: Keep abreast with the current state of play in Europe and how developments will effect the way you practice, Choose a litigation strategy that will achieve your company’s/clients

Managenment Forum Ltd

Legal English: Advanced Legal Writing

Miami Beach, Florida, USA

The Institute for U.S. Law’s Advanced Legal Writing program is an intensive one-week Legal English seminar that focuses exclusively on legal writing and emphasizes: (1) persuasive legal writing in the context of pleadings and other adversarial documents central to the resolution of disputes; (2) contract drafting; (3) the proper use of language in common commercial and corporate documents; and (4)...

Institute for U.S. Law ("IUSLAW")

Drafting And Negotiating Clinical Trials Agreements

London, England

Improve your drafting and negotiation skills by attending this specifically designed seminar which tackles the issues that can arise when handling clinical trial agreements (CTAs). Analyse 'typical' clauses and ensure that the agreement offers you the best deal, Understand the key differences between European and US CTAs, Assess agreements from different perspectives (e.g. from the perspective of ...

Managenment Forum Ltd

Technology Licensing Masterclass

London, England

This advanced level seminar will be restriced to 20 participants to enable thorough discussions of the issues raised. Examine and discuss the issues that arise when drafting and negotiating technology licence agreements, Take time away from the pressure of live negotiations to improve the way in which you handle the range of legal, technical, commercial and financial issues that may otherwise caus...

Managenment Forum Ltd

Oppositions And Appeals~ The EPO Case Law

London, England

DISCOUNTED RATE of £495 IF ALSO ATTENDING H1-3110 on 22 January 2010

This seminar will consider, drawing on case law and the speakers’ experience, the present working of opposition and appeal procedures at the European Patent Office, including recent developments.

Together with PATENTS – THE EPO CASE LAW on the following day, it offers a summary of both background and recent developm...

Managenment Forum Ltd

Patents ~ The EPO Case Law

London, England

DISCOUNTED RATE of £495 IF ALSO ATTENDING H1-3010 on 21 January 2010


This seminar will cover the main aspects of substantive patent law as evolved by the decisions of the EPO Boards of Appeal, including recent developments.

Together with OPPOSITIONS AND APPEALS – THE EPO CASE LAW on the previous day, it offers a summary of both background and recent developments from the perspect...

Managenment Forum Ltd

Using IP As A Strategic Business Asset

London, England

Full information will follow shortly. Please contact sarah.packham@management-forum.co.uk in the meantime should you wish to know more about this new exciting course.

Managenment Forum Ltd

Introduction To Intellectual Property - **Early Bird Discount Available**

London, England

15% Early Bird discount if you book before: 13 November 2009 (Discount only applies to full delegate rate).

An ideal seminar for those new to a role in Intellectual Property: Receive an introduction to the different intellectual property rights, Improve your understanding of what can be protected and by which means, Gain an overview of the various international systems, Increase your aware...

Managenment Forum Ltd

Fundamental Principles Of Patenting

London, England

**Book Before 18th December 2009 and Receive a 15% Discount**

HOW WILL YOU BENEFIT FROM ATTENDING THIS COURSE?

This seminar will give you a solid overview of the fundamental aspects playing a role when dealing with patent applications under the EPC, including clarity, novelty and inventive step, as well as added subject-matter.
For inventive step, emphasis will be given to the pr...

Managenment Forum Ltd

Annual Conference On International Sports Law - A Year In Sports Law

London, England

This conference will consider and discuss the key issues in sport and in particular sports law from the last 12 months. Each major sport will be reviewed by a panel of experts and key decision makers from that sport following a short presentation on the key developments from the preceding 12 months.

Chairman: Richard Verow Head of Legal, Sky Sports.

Managenment Forum Ltd

International R&D Contracts, Collaborations And Joint Ventures

London, England

Planning, Structuring, Drafting And Negotiating

This seminar has been accredited with 6 CPD hours by the Solicitors Regulation Authority. Accreditation from the UK Bar Standards Authority has been sought. Attend this seminar to gain practical solutions to overcome the legal, commercial and legal issues affecting various R&D related agreements. The highly experienced course tutor, Mark Ander...

Managenment Forum Ltd

Case Law Of The EPO Boards Of Appeal For Mechanics / Electricity / Computer Software-Critical Issues

London, England

Considering specifically critical issues, this seminar will provide useful information on European case law in the fields of mechanics, electricity and computer software, as evolved by the decisions of the European Patent Office Boards of Appeal. The course will be of interest to: In-house or private practice patent attorneys, Lawyers, Corporate, Patent Counsel, Company solicitors, Barristers, IP ...

Managenment Forum Ltd

Patent Infringement: Doctrines Of Equivalence And Purposive Construction In US, UK And Germany

London, England

The seminar will provide a comprehensive overview of patent claim interpretation principles in the US and Europe. It will give extensive consideration of the non-literal infringement. Speakers from the US, UK and Germany will compare and contrast varying approaches for determining when a patent claim that does not literally describe an accused system is nonetheless infringed. Recommendations will ...

Managenment Forum Ltd

European Contract Law: Towards a political CFR

Trier, Germany

The Draft Common Frame of Reference (DCFR) which contains principles, definitions and model rules of European Private Law was published in early 2009. Following this, the Justice and Home Affairs Council approved the "Guidelines on the setting up of a common frame of reference for European contract law" on 5 June 2009. At present, the European Commission is carrying out a selection process to dete...

Academy of European Law (ERA)

European Pharmaceutical Law

Brussels, Belgium

This conference will offer an overview of the latest innovations in European legislative activity and the most important recent case law and pending judgments of the Court of Justice and the Court of First Instance of the European Communities in some of the most critical areas of European pharmaceutical law.

Academy of European Law (ERA)

European Environmental Law

Trier, Germany

The conference will provide participants with a detailed analysis of recent developments in European environmental law, including significant judgments by the European Court of Justice.
A substantive part of the conference will look at the the European Union’s challenges in terms of security and dependency of energy supply within the context of climate change, especially in areas such as renew...

Academy of European Law (ERA)

Alternative Dispute Resolution

Washington, District of Columbia, USA

This IUSLAW seminar familiarizes participants with alternative methods of dispute resolution (ADR). The first part of the seminar approaches mediation and conflict management as a way of avoiding or resolving litigation and of addressing relationships in business with employees, customers and suppliers. It is designed to provide the necessary background, structures, and tools for successful mediat...

Institute for U.S. Law ("IUSLAW")