Protecting Intellectual Property Rights in Global Markets

Protecting Intellectual Property Rights in Global Markets

Wednesday, November 12, 2025 (3:00 PM - 7:00 PM) (CST)

Description

Join MITA on November 12 to explore how intellectual property (IP) rights can power international expansion. 

This session will break down the complexities of navigating global IP laws — from patentability and trademark protection to royalty structures and cross-border enforcement. Learn how to structure licensing agreements that meet country-specific legal and tax requirements while minimizing risk in today’s global markets. You’ll also learn how current trade agreements and tariff environments impact IP commercialization. Whether you’re scaling a startup or expanding an enterprise, you’ll gain actionable insights into global IP strategy, compliance, and commercialization. 

AGENDA: 

  • 3:00 PM – 3:30 PM Registration & Networking 
  • 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM Welcome, Opening Remarks, Speaker Remarks 
  • 5:00 PM – 5:30 PM Q & A Session and Closing Remarks 
  • 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM Networking and Happy Hour 

Appetizers and refreshments will be served. 

Speakers: 

  • Joe Leone, Attorney, DeWitt LLP Law Firm, Madison Office. 
  • Joe Miotke, Attorney, DeWitt LLP Law Firm, Milwaukee Office. 
  • Beth Fischer, Director of IP, Life Sciences, Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation (WARF)

Cost of Admission: MITA Members $35; Non-members $50.  (this is an In-person only event). 

The Key-program Sponsor for the November 12 event is DeWitt LLP Law Firm 

MITA’s events are Co-sponsored by its Platinum Sponsors:  M.E. Dey &Co, WEDC, OEC Group,  FTI Consulting and Star7

DeWitt Law Firm Madison Office
25 W Main St. Ste 800
Madison, WI 53703 United States
Event Contact
Ana Garic
(608) 335-3936
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Wednesday, November 12, 2025 (3:00 PM - 7:00 PM) (CST)
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