Intellectual Property Law for companies trading with China

An intensive course relating to Intellectual Property laws in China has been developed for companies which currently conduct or intend to conduct business in China.

The Certificate in Chinese Intellectual Property Law and Practice is designed to give attendees an understanding of the laws and the various ways in which they can be enforced.

A new range of Intellectual Property laws have been introduced in China, alongside a network of courts, trained judges and administrative structures designed to facilitate the implementation of the new regime. These laws and their enforcement are now an important part of the legal environment in which business in China is conducted. They not only affect new technologies and products introduced by Chinese industry, but also the opportunities and risks borne by foreign businesses which intend to introduce products and technology into and conduct business in China.

The course will include the following:

• Introduction – where does IP fit into the Chinese system.
• Introduction to civil law and procedure – covering umbrella laws, including contract law and technology transfer regulations.
• Analysis of the substantive law for each of the trade marks, patents, copyright and confidential information together with administrative procedures.
• How the customs authorities control exports.
• Introduction to the Chinese court structure.
• The procedures to be followed for bringing cases to trial.
• Civil remedies and enforcement.
• The role of the Government.
• The impact of the criminal law and procedure on Intellectual Property rights.
• The law relating to commercialisation of Intellectual Property rights including licensing and the use of joint venture structures.

As well as businesses trading with China, the course is also expected to be of interest to European IP professionals who advise such companies.

The course will be conducted in English by a collection of experts in Chinese Intellectual Property law including leading practitioners from China and current and former members of the Chinese judiciary.

The course is being run by University College London and will take place from 17-28 September. Places are limited to 60 delegates and early booking is advised.

To find out more about the course contact Lisa Penfold at University College London on 020 7679 1514 or email lisa.penfold@ucl.ac.uk

For more information download the course brochure (pdf).