Intellectual Property Law Institute

IP’s Top Minds, Timely Topics

This is the one event that brings IP practitioners together for practical, high-level insight from the voices shaping IP law today—all set against the natural beauty of Mackinac Island. You won’t find this lineup or experience anywhere else.

You’ll want to be in the room for these top speakers (and more):

Hon. Tiffany P. Cunningham
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, Washington, DC

Appointed to the bench in 2021 after 19 years as trial and appellate counsel in complex patent and trade secret disputes, Judge Cunningham shares a rare view from the bench—including insight on building a strong record and drafting compelling briefs.

Hon. Tiffany P. Cunningham
United States Patent and Trademark Office, Alexandria, VA

As solicitor, Nicholas supervises the provision of legal advice and litigation regarding IP matters for the agency. He shares timely updates on USPTO activities and initiatives, including its goals and priorities to bolster U.S. economic growth.

More Experts, More Insights

Focus on Industry: A Moderated Panel
Don’t miss an all-star lineup of in-house counsel—Adraea M. Brown (Harley-Davidson), Keyuna R. Evans (Microsoft), and Xiaolei B. Zhang (Parsons Extreme Golf LLC)—as they explore trends and real-world IP challenges across manufacturing, consumer goods, and technology.

Essential Update Sessions
Erik M. Pelton breaks down key trademark decisions (Trader Joe’s v Trader Joe’s United); Tyler T. Ochoa covers copyright cases shaping what’s next (including Cox v Sony); and Bryan C. Diner interprets the year’s most significant patent decisions (including Ingenico v Ioengine).