CLE HAPPY HOUR with VJP - "Global IP in Context: Navigating the German Employee Inventions Act and Other National Statutory Compensation Frameworks"

What if your company’s next breakthrough invention legally doesn’t belong to you—at least not automatically? While many jurisdictions default to employer ownership, countries like Germany impose a uniquely structured—and surprisingly high-stakes—framework governing employee inventions. The German Employee Inventions Act, in particular, regulates ownership, compensation, and strategic control in ways that can directly impact global patent portfolios and cross-border R&D operations.

 In this CLE, we’ll unpack real-world scenarios, hidden risks, and practical strategies for navigating employee invention laws across multiple jurisdictions. We’ll take a close look at Germany’s distinctive regime and compare it with approaches in other key countries, highlighting where rules diverge on ownership, compensation, and enforceability. You’ll gain practical guidance on navigating these differing legal frameworks with U.S.-centric IP practices, helping you avoid costly surprises and better manage innovation on a global scale.

 **Presentation from 4:00pm to 5:00pm, followed by a happy hour with German hors d’oeuvres and open bar.

Presenters will be:

• Eric-Michael Dokter, Partner
• Benjamin von Rueden, Partner