IP Management Strategy

With a consistent volume of IP work, many legal departments have staffed up their in-house patent team to manage patent portfolios more cost effectively. At the same time, outside counsel still play a critical role in patent litigation and due diligence during M&A transactions. Hear from corporate counsel on how they find the right balance on in-house talent and outside expertise to effectively manage the company’s patent portfolio.

Panelists:

• Renny Hwang, Head of Patent Litigation, Google
• Colette Reiner Mayer, Partner, Morrison Foerster
• Michael Sacksteder, Partner and Chair, Patent Litigation, Fenwick & West
• Gillian Thackray, Global Chief Intellectual Property Counsel, The Clorox Company

Moderated by Alex Butler, Vice President and General Manager of Corporate, Tech & IP, Bloomberg BNA