Intellectual Property Law Section

8:00 a.m. – 8:45 a.m.

Section Executive Committee Meeting

Gibson | Second Floor

9:00 a.m. – 9:20 a.m.

Registration and Continental Breakfast

9:20 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.

Welcoming Remarks

Section Chair: Bill Samuels, Esq.; Cole-Frieman & Mallon LLP; New York, NY
Program Chair: Donna A. Tobin, Esq.; Royer Cooper Cohen Braunfeld LLC; New York, NY

9:30 a.m. – 10:20 a.m.

The Face of IP: Trade Dress in the Beauty and Cosmetics Industry

In the beauty and cosmetics industry, branding is everything. From packaging design to signature color schemes, these design elements create a distinct brand identity that drives consumer loyalty and market differentiation. Intellectual property, particularly trade dress, plays a critical role in protecting this brand identity.

This panel will explore what trade dress is, the elements that are protectible in the beauty space, and how these protections have evolved over time. We’ll examine high-profile examples and discuss the rise of “dupe culture” and its legal implications. Through a review of recent trade dress litigation our panelists will analyze when dupes cross the line into infringement.

10:20 a.m. – 10:40 a.m.

Refreshment Break

10:40 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Legislation on Deep Fakes

This panel will examine emerging federal and state legislation addressing deep fakes and other forms of synthetic media. Panelists will discuss key legal issues including rights of publicity, intellectual property, misinformation, and platform responsibility, as well as practical considerations for compliance and enforcement. Attendees will gain an overview of the current regulatory landscape and guidance on how these developments may impact clients across media, entertainment, and technology sectors.

Speaker

Marianne C. Adams, Esq. | Major League Baseball; New York, NY

Paavana L. Kumar, Esq. | Davis+Gilbert LLP; New York, NY

Lasherelle Morgan | NBCUniversal; New York, NY

11:30 a.m. – 11:50 a.m.

Refreshment Break

11:50 a.m. – 12:40 p.m.

A Chat with David Gooder, Former Commissioner of Trademarks, USPTO

Join us for a discussion with David Gooder, former Commissioner of Trademarks at the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). We will cover the state of the Trademark Office at the USPTO and what to expect in the coming years; how the US marketplace is impacting brands; navigating the Trademark Office; David’s new role with the International Trademark Association (INTA); and guidance for practitioners on the future of trademarks and the impact of AI.

Speaker

David Gooder | Commissioner for Trademarks USPTO (2020-25); Bend, Oregon

Marc A. Lieberstein, Esq. | Akerman LLP; New York, NY

2:30 p.m. – 3:45 p.m.

Reimagining DEI: A Legal Roadmap for What Comes Next

In the wake of concerted efforts to dismantle diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives across public and private sectors, law firms and corporate legal departments face increasing scrutiny regarding their internal and external DEI commitments. This program will move beyond the overview of these national developments to focus on actionable strategies for preserving and advancing DEI efforts within the bounds of current legal and regulatory frameworks.

Drawing on recent case law, policy developments, and organizational best practices, panelists will provide a roadmap for designing and implementing DEI programs that are both impactful and legally sustainable. The discussion will address how legal organizations can continue to foster inclusive workplaces, strengthen diverse talent pipelines, and communicate DEI values in ways that withstand external challenge.

Speaker

J. Danielle Carr | Owner, Building Alternative Bridges Lateral Recruiting & Consulting

Robert H. Moore, Esq. | Baker McKenzie; New York, NY

David B. Sarnoff, Esq. | Sarnoff Group LLC; Fort Lee, NJ

Joseph K. West, Esq. | Duane Morris LLP; New York, NY

3:45 p.m. – 3:50 p.m.

Remarks from The New York Bar Foundation

3:50 p.m. – 4:05 p.m.

Refreshment Break

4:05 p.m. – 5:20 p.m.

Legal Ethics for IP in an AI World: Risks and Rewards

This panel will cover the most recent and best ethical practices for attorneys and their clients using AI in connection with provision of legal services and especially for IP related AI use.

Speaker

David F. Bayne, Esq. | Akerman LLP; New York, NY

Prof. Antony Haynes | Albany Law School; Albany, NY

Rory Radding, Esq. | Maschoff Brennan Gilmore Israelsen & Mauriel LLP; New York, NY

5:20 p.m. - 5:25 p.m.

Closing Remarks

5:25 p.m. – 6:45 p.m.

Reception

Sutton Center | Second Floor