LAW7224

Trade mark practice ( 6 points, SCA Band 3, 0.125 EFTSL)

Leader: Mr Ben Fitzpatrick

Offered:
City Term 4 2006 (On-campus)

Synopsis: Trade mark practice is designed to meet the requirements of the Professional Standards Board for Patent and Trade marks Attorneys in relation to trade mark practice and the professional conduct of trade mark attorneys. The course content details the process by which trade mark applications are made, registration maintained and how registered trade marks are exploited via assignment, licensing and their use as security in financial transactions. It also deals with conflicts of interest and the need to maintain appropriate monitoring systems. Emphasis is also placed on practices and procedures of the Trade Marks Office and the exploitation of trade marks via assignment and licensing.

Objectives: Trade Mark Practice is designed to meet the requirements of the Professional Standards Board for Patent and Trade marks Attorneys in relation to trade mark practice and the professional conduct or trade mark attorneys. The course content details the process by which trade mark applications are made, registration maintained and how registered trade marks are exploited via assignment, licensing and their use as security in financial transactions. It also deals with conflicts of interest and the need to maintain appropriate monitoring systems. Emphasis is also placed on practices and procedures of the Trade Marks Office and the exploitation of trade marks via assignmnet and licensing.

Assessment: Examination (1.5 hours)OR Take-Home Examination (3,750 words): 50% + Assignment (3750 words): 50%