Building a global patent portfolio presents a number of significant challenges for in-house counsel. Conflicting and diverse patent laws across local and foreign jurisdictions, for instance, demand a robust strategy, as well as extensive legal expertise, in order to be navigated correctly. Prioritization also poses an issue – on limited budgets and resources, in-house counsel can often only file in a certain number of countries, meaning they must be aware of potential infringements globally. In addition to further challenges, such as translation capacities and navigating ever-evolving legal landscapes, a global patent portfolio, though necessary for competitive advantage and business development, is a tricky task to tackle amidst such restraints.

• Discover techniques to build a global patent portfolio and what to consider when filing in different countries in order to ensure it makes the most sense for you and your company
• Hone in on difficult jurisdictions, such as Russia and China, and the impact of geopolitics on patent filing and litigation activities
• Explore different enforcement strategies once patents have been granted in different jurisdictions in order to maintain IP protection at all times