Co-existence agreements are often necessary for brand owners, particularly when considering expansion of their products/services offering, domestically and into foreign markets. These types of agreements serve as an effective way to avoid or settle trademark disputes. Successfully negotiating co-existence agreements is critical for trademark practitioners. This webinar will explore co-existence agreements and issues that may arise. The learning objectives of this presentation are:

•  Understanding when co-existence agreements are advisable compared to other options (e.g., consents or litigation);
• Reviewing the key elements of a co-existence agreement;
• Identifying pitfalls to avoid when negotiating co-existence agreements; and
• Understanding the impact of co-existence agreements on a brand owner’s scope of rights.

Speaker

Douglas A. Rettew

Finnegan, Henderson, Farabow, Garrett & Dunner, LLP

Speaker

Paula Clancy

Gowling WLG (Canada) LLP

Moderator

Sangeetha Punniyamoorthy

DLA Piper