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Continuing Legal Education
Live CLE | Intellectual Property Basics
Issues over the enforcement of Intellectual Property is one of the fastest growing legal matters in the U.S. and abroad. With the explosion of the Internet and the never-ending flow of ideas and digital content, the need for knowledgeable IP attorneys has never been greater.
This CLE course will introduce lawyers to the basics of Intellectual Property law, including the areas of trademarks, copyrights and patents.
The course will also cover Internet property rights, enforcement and litigation and settlement strategies.
The following Key topics will be discussed:
- Visual Artist Rights Act (VARA)
- Explaining "Fair Use" of Trademarks
- Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DCMA) Safe Harbor
- Domain Names and Cybersquatting
- Selecting Survey, Language and Economic Experts
- Pre-textual Calling
12:30 – 01:00 |
Registration |
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01:00 - 01:10 |
Introduction to Intellectual Property Law |
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•Copyrights |
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01:10 - 01:50 |
Copyright |
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•Transactional Issues |
01:50 - 02:20 |
Trademark |
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•Transactional Issues |
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02:20 - 02:40 |
Internet-related Topics, including: |
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•Domain Names and Cybersquatting |
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02:40 – 02:55 |
Break |
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02:55 - 03:20 |
Trade Secret |
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03:20 - 04:20 |
Ethical Considerations in Intellectual Property Practice |
04:20 - 04:45 |
Settlement Strategies |
•Negotiation Techniques |
CLE Course Speakers: |
Michael Campillo • Joseph Meaney |
Attorney Michael Campillo
Law Offices of Venable Campillo Logan and Meaney - Phoenix, AZ
Michael F. Campillo is a founding partner of Venable Campillo Logan & Meaney and registered to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office.
Prior to becoming a registered patent attorney, Michael was an electrical engineer for six and a half years for a major semiconductor manufacturer providing technical expertise in applications incorporating intergrated circuits including analog and digital technlogies. Michael's work experience provides valuable insight for understanding the technical and manufacturing aspects of all types of inventions.
Michael's practice is focused on the procurement, enforcement, and defense of intellecutal property rights. Michael prepares and prosecutes patent applications in the electrical, computer, and mechanical arts and secures trademark and copyright registrations in all areas. Michael has appeared in Arizona, Nevada, New York, and Texas courts in litigation matters involving patent infringement claims, inventorship disputes, and trademark disputes.
Areas of Practice
* 100% Intellectual Property Law
Litigation Percentage
* 50% of Practice Devoted to Litigation
Bar Admissions
* Arizona, 1998
* U.S. District Court District of Arizona, 1998
* U.S. Court of Appeals Federal Circuit, 2008
Education
* Arizona State University, College of Law, Tempe, Arizona; J.D. - 1998
* University of Arizona, College of Engineering; B.S.E.E. - 1989
Attorney Joseph Meaney
Law Offices of Venable Campillo Logan and Meaney - Phoenix, AZ
Joe is a registered patent attorney and a licensed professional engineer in Arizona. Joe represents clients in all aspects of intellectual property, including patent, trademark, trade secret and copyright law. His practice includes patent and trademark prosecution before the United States Patent and Trademark Office, litigation of intellectual property disputes in both federal and state court, and the preparation of various documents, including licensing agreements and assignments. Joe is admitted in both the state and federal courts of Arizona.
Prior to attending law school, Joe was a structural engineer for more than four years with a mid-size engineering firm in Massachusetts and New York.
Areas of Practice
* 80% Patents, Trademarks, Copyrights
* 15% Other IP related issues (trade secrets, licensing)
Litigation Percentage
* 45% of Practice Devoted to Litigation
Bar Admissions
* U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, 1999
* Arizona, 1996
* U.S. Court of Appeals 9th Circuit, 2009
* U.S. Court of Appeals Federal Circuit, 2010
Education
* Arizona State University, Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law, Tempe, Arizona J.D. (Cum Laude) - 1996
* Tufts University, Medford, Massachusetts; B.S. Civil Engineering (Cum Laude) - 1989
Live CLE • Intellectual Property Basics
January 19, 2012 • Phoenix, AZ
Credits:
Total AZ Cle credits: 4 Hours
The State Bar of Arizona does not approve or accredit CLE activities for the Mandatory Continuing Legal Education requirement. This activity may qualify for up to 4 hours toward your annual CLE requirement for the State Bar of Arizona.
Location:
Radisson Hotel Phoenix City Center
3600 North 2nd Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85013
Time:
Start 01:00 PM – Finish 04:45 PM
Tuition:
$200 First Registrant
Add Associate $100 dollars*
Add Paralegal $100 dollars*
$125 Young Lawyers - Under 4 years acceptance to the Bar.**
*Young Lawyers with under 4 years acceptance to the Bar may use the coupon code YL75 to receive the $75 discount when checking out.
**Discounts can not be combined.
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