The New York State Bar Association Dispute Resolution Section ((NYSBA DRS) Presents Nuances of Intellectual Property & Tech-Related Disputes Before World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO)

This panel will explore the evolving landscape of intellectual property (IP) and technology-related disputes, with a focus on the role of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO). This program is designed for attorneys, in-house counsel, arbitrators, arbitration practitioners, and legal professionals engaged in global innovation and dispute resolution.

Through expert insights and real-world case studies, panelists will discuss the most pressing issues in cross-border IP disputes—including patents, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets, and domain name conflicts—and examine how WIPO’s arbitration and mediation services provide strategic alternatives to traditional litigation or arbitration.

Topics will include:

• Current trends in IP disputes across global jurisdictions
• The rise of technology-related conflicts involving AI, software, and digital content
• How WIPO facilitates effective resolution through its Arbitration and Mediation Center
• Practical guidance on leveraging ADR tools and online technologies to manage disputes
• Key strategies for early intervention, negotiation, and cross-border enforcement
• International arbitrations involving the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN)