Litigation across the life sciences industry is increasing in volume, complexity and in the number of multi-jurisdictional cases. 2009 has been a watershed year, having witnessed a number of cases in very complex areas such as Supplementary Protection Certificates (SPCs), paediatric extensions, and there have been a succession of landmark decisions with conflicting outcomes in different European jurisdictions. Furthermore, the Final Report of the European Commission’s Sector Inquiry has raised a number of difficult questions and the impact on both brand name pharma and generics companies is considerable. These developments have dramatically altered the litigation landscape across Europe and pharma and biotech companies, and their litigators, must have an up-to-the-minute understanding not only on the key developments, but also the implications for their companies and patent practices.
C5’s 2nd Annual Pharma & Biotech Patent Litigation brings together eminent in-house counsel from the world’s largest pharma and biotech companies and their expert advisors in an outstanding panel of speakers. Based on their first-hand experience, the distinguished panel will provide you with invaluable information and insights that will help you ensure your company can protect its inventions, effectively challenge infringement and maximise its market share.
A notable highlight of C5’s conference this year will be the
Special Address by Judge Randall R. Rader, United States Court
of Appeal, Federal Circuit
“How Have Recent Landmark Decisions Impacted
on the US Litigation Landscape?”
Be sure to attend this year’s practical and interactive Post-Conference Master Class on “Winning Strategies for Enforcing Your Life Sciences Patents in China and India”, on 29 January 2010. Led by local expert practitioners, this workshop offers a deep dive into optimal routes for enforcement and protection of patents in two key jurisdictions , it addresses the industry’s key concerns in deciding whether to pursue infringers in China and India.
Be where your industry will be on 27-28 January 2010 in Amsterdam, and don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to hear from and network with your industry peers and experts. Book your place at this essential conference today, by calling +44 (0) 20 7878 6888, by faxing your registration form to +44 (0) 20 7878 6896 or by registering online at www.c5-online.com/patentlitigation
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