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Fundamentals of Tech and IP Law

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Numbers are strictly limited – Early Booking advised. Please note an iPad is required for this course.

Why is this Course for You?

Solicitors, Barristers, IT Professionals & Marketing & Communications Professionals & ICT Entrepreneurs

Technology and intellectual property law is a thriving area of practice that brings with it a rare and interesting mix of work. As employees, consumers and indeed citizens, technology and intellectual property law affects us all on a daily basis. Equally, few businesses (large or small) can afford to ignore the shift in the way the world does business and its growing importance in every area of commercial life. 

This intensive introductory course is therefore relevant to solicitors, barristers, IT professionals and marketing and communications professionals both in the private and public sector. As one of the fastest growing areas of practice, knowledge of technology and intellectual property law is key to internationalising the skills and expertise of Irish professionals.

Method of Delivery:
iPad and Interactive E-Book accessed via iTunesU course & Interactive Onsite Lectures and Workshops

This course will be delivered over a period of two half-days and two full-days. As well as independent learning, the course will incorporate the use of iPads in interactive lectures and workshops. The iPad is an invaluable educational tool which will provide you with quick and easy access to all course materials via iTunes U. Participants will also be provided with an interactive, multi-touch e-book on Technology and Intellectual Property Law which will complement and support learners.

Outcomes:
Improved Competitiveness & Reduced Risk Exposure

The course is designed to equip participants with the necessary skills, knowledge and competencies to advise both their firm/employer and clients on the law relating to technology and intellectual property law and its consequential impact on day-to-day business.

Outline

Patents and Confidential Information
Applying for patent protection in Ireland and the EU.
Overview of the rights conferred by ownership of a patent.
Revocation, Renewal and Infringement of patents.
Analysis of the law relating to the unauthorised use of information and concepts which do not benefit from patent protection.
Trade Marks and Passing off
Applying for a trade mark in Ireland.
European trade marks.
The Madrid Protocol.
Revocation and acquiescence.
Remedies available for infringement.
Licensing trade marks.
Overview of the common law concept of passing off.

Copyright
Nature of copyright.
Works protected by copyright.
Rights of owner.
Relevance of WIPO agreements and EU developments.

Applied Copyright
Protection of databases under EU and Irish law.
Relationship between copyright and the database right.
Industrial design protection.
Distinction between a registered design and copyright.

Ecommerce
Overview of the legal rules concerning electronic communications, documents and contracts.
Overview of the rights and obligations of businesses and consumers with regards to online sales.

IT Contracts
Overview of the legal principles which underpin software licensing.
Key components of a software licence agreement.

Data Protection
The General Data Protection Regulation.
Managing the legal risks associated with data protection.
International data transfers.

Social Media 
Issues in the work place.
Ownership of accounts.
Potential liability risks. 

Lecturers
Our lecturers are distinguished legal experts in Technology and IP law and provide legal services and advice to all sectors of industry both nationally and internationally. Their significant experience will be shared through the interactive manner in which all lectures and workshops will be delivered.
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