Complimentary WIPO Online Mediation & Arbitration Workshop

The Workshop aims to promote the understanding of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) options for the resolution of intellectual property (IP) and technology disputes. The Workshop is designed for mediators, arbitration and IP lawyers, in-house counsel, patent and trademark attorneys, and business professionals wishing to familiarize themselves with international mediation and arbitration procedures and to receive training as neutrals or party representatives.

The Workshop will cover mediation and arbitration procedures, with particular focus on the practical case application of the WIPO Mediation, Arbitration and Expedited Arbitration Rules (including case examples), an industry view on dispute resolution, guidance on drafting effective dispute resolution clauses, and a look at ADR in the context of FRAND Disputes. The presentation faculty includes WIPO mediators and arbitrators, in-house counsel, and the WIPO Arbitration and Mediation Center (the WIPO Center) professionals, all experienced in the conduct of international ADR procedures. Ample Q&A opportunities will enable attendees to interact with the program faculty.

The WIPO Arbitration and Mediation Center will issue certificates of attendance to people who attended all 3 days of the Workshop, for potential recognition as continuing professional development hours (if recognized under the conditions of their respective professional associations

• June 14, 2023 - WIPO Mediation and Arbitration Workshop Day 1: WIPO Mediation
• June 15, 2023 - WIPO Mediation and Arbitration Workshop Day 2: WIPO Arbitration
• June 16, 2023 - WIPO Mediation and Arbitration Workshop Day 3: Industry Perspective and Drafting of ADR Clauses