JAMS and SCCBA Present a High-Tech MCLE Series

JAMS and SCCBA Present a High-Tech MCLE Series
April 29, May 28, and June 19, 2014

In the ever evolving world of technology, dispute resolution continues to be a complex endeavor.  The Santa Clara County Bar Association has partnered with JAMS Silicon Valley – the hub for high-tech dispute resolution – to create a three-part MCLE series that will give attorneys practical advice in resolving high-tech disputes.  Don’t miss this opportunity to hear Hon. James Ware (Ret) and Hon. Jamie Jacobs-May (Ret.) discuss imaginative ways to resolve high-tech disputes and how these issues are shaping the legal landscape of your field.

Part I: Resolving Privacy and Data Breach Class Actions
JAMS Presenter: Hon. James Ware (Ret.)
April 29, 2014 | 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Program Description:
Privacy and data security law is quickly evolving, yet still trails behind the latest innovations in the cloud, on mobile apps, in social media, and in online advertising.  Join the discussion about cutting-edge developments in high-tech big data and privacy law disputes.
Topics Include:

• Recent notable cases
• Viability of claims and class certification
• Structuring the settlement including discussion of cy-près settlements

Part II: Identifying and Overcoming the Barriers to Successful Resolution of High-Tech Disputes: Employment, Trade Secrets and More
JAMS Presenter: Hon. Jamie Jacobs-May (Ret.)
May 28, 2014 | 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Program Description:
This program is designed to give attorneys practical experience in mediation when dealing with the challenges and complexity of high-tech related disputes including issues such as:

• Uniqueness of goals to be achieved in intellectual property disputes
• Psychological principles at play
• Generating creative options
• Effective advocacy at mediation

Part III: Effects of NPEs on High-tech Litigation
JAMS Presenter: Hon. James Ware (Ret.)
June 19, 2014 | 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Program Description:
Much attention has been given to patent litigation involving Non-Practicing Entities, but there is much debate as to the actual effects.  In this program, we will explore the impact of NPEs on High-tech Litigation from both the plaintiff and defense perspective and proven strategies to efficiently resolve these disputes.
Topics Include:

• Plaintiff and Defense strategies in NPE Litigation and evolving trends
• Impact on high-tech innovation and commercialization
• Pre-litigation vs post-filing negotiations
• Cost and risk of patent monetization

Location:
SCCBA Seminar & Conference Center
31 North Second Street, 4th Floor
San Jose, CA 95113 United States

Please click on Part I, Part II, or Part III for further details and to register.