Patent protection and trade secret sometimes seem to be at opposite purposes, especially for software-related applications. This presentation will discuss advantages and drawbacks of the two protection schemes for software and considerations for how to select between the two regimes.

Litigation may require the disclosure of trade secret information. This can be true even if the litigation does not involve assertions of trade secret misappropriation. To avoid inadvertent disclosure of trade secret information, care must be taken at all stages of a litigation. This presentation will discuss best practices for managing trade secret information during litigation.

In 2016, the Federal government followed suit by implementing the Defend Trade Secrets Act (DTSA), creating a federal cause of action for trade secret misappropriation. This presentation provides an overview of the UTSA and DTSA damages provisions, and reviews cases from around the country where damages have been awarded for misappropriation and resulting valuations.

Audience participation is encouraged and expected for this webinar! So, please feel free to prepare a few questions for the panelists about the topics being presented. This webinar will feature periods of time dedicated to discussions originating from the audience. So, we look forward to hearing your comments and questions during the webinar to spur the discussions!

Presented by: Elizabeth Ferrill of Finnegan Henderson Farabow Garrett & Dunner, LLP; James Gale of Cozen O’Connor; Andrew Pratt of Venable, LLP; Ryan Strom of Target Corporation; and moderated by John Morrow of Womble Bond Dickinson

Sponsored by: Relativity Patents

This event is free to AIPLA members who are not requesting CLE. Standard webinar pricing applies to those requesting CLE. CLE is included for our All Access Pass holders and Corporate Subscribers.

Pricing below only applies to those requesting CLE

In response to Covid-19, AIPLA has put in-place a new process for Multiple Attendee Site registrations that allows each site registrant to participate in the webinar independently.

Special rate for AIPLA SOLO PRACTICE/SMALL FIRM MEMBERS:  $65
Special rate for AIPLA STUDENT MEMBERS:  $10

Registration includes:

• For multiple-attendee sites, each registered participant will receive individual logins due to Covid-19 social distancing requirements.
• CLE certification/processing for applicable states.  Reference CLE Information below for complete details.  
• Webinar materials, including complete CLE processing information, accessible 24-48 hours before webinar date.

Cancellation Policy:

To get full refund, registrant must request refund five (5) days prior to live event. If less than five (5) days, registrant is transferred to product. 

System requirements: 

Webinar access is compatible with any Windows 7 or later computer, Android OS devices, or Apple/iOS devices.  Check system compatibility here.

Accessibility for hearing impaired:

AIPLA’s webinars are available and accessible to individuals who are hearing impaired. If anyone at your location would like to know more about accommodations, please contact cle@aipla.org. We ask that you let us know at least 7 business days out from the webinar, to ensure that we can identify and deploy the solution that best fits our registrants needs.

CLE INFORMATION 

AIPLA is a pre-approved CLE provider with the following states:

• Alaska
• California
• New Hampshire
• New Mexico
• New York
• Pennsylvania
• Vermont

AIPLA has applied for CLE accreditation in the following states: 

CLE Restrictions: 

ATTENTION attorneys in Louisiana, Ohio, Pennsylvania and Utah

These states mandate attorneys can only view a webinar independently at their own computer to receive CLE credit.  Multiple attendees prohibited.

ATTENTION attorneys in Arizona

Arizona does not certify courses or providers. Arizona lawyers are required to independently review AZ's regulations and make their own determination that it qualifies for credit towards their MCLE requirements. MCLE Regulation 104(A) identifies the standards to apply.  AIPLA will email an attendance affidavit to registrants requesting AZ CLE credit after the webinar.

ATTENTION attorneys in New Hampshire

New Hampshire attendees must self-determine whether a program is eligible for credit, and self-report their attendance according to NH Supreme Court Rule 53.  The New Hampshire Minimum Continuing Legal Education (NHMCLE) Board does not approve or accredit CLE activities for the NH Minimum CLE requirement.  AIPLA will email an attendance affidavit to registrants requesting NH CLE credit after the webinar.   

 Disclaimer:  AIPLA is a nonprofit national bar association.  The sole purpose of this CLE program is to provide educational and informational content.  AIPLA does not provide legal services or advice.  The opinions, views and other statements expressed by contributors to this CLE program are solely those of the contributors.  These opinions, views and statements of the contributors do not necessarily represent those of AIPLA and should not be construed as such.

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