Events
October 2026
4th Global Patent Litigation FORUM 2026 - Munich, Germany
29 October
The 4th Global Patent Litigation FORUM brings together leading professionals from the judiciary, industry and private practice to explore current developments and challenges in global patent litigation. With a particular focus on Europe, the United States and China, the conference addresses key legal developments, emerging trends and strategic approaches to international patent disputes, while providing opportunities for professional exchange and networking. HOFFMANN EITLE will be represented by Michele Baccelli, Nicolas Douxchamps, Gregor König, Boris Tchitchanov and Jan Zillies, who look forward to engaging with fellow IP professionals and exchanging views on the latest developments in international patent litigation.
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AIPLA Annual Meeting 2026 - Washington, D.C., USA
29 - 31 October
HOFFMANN EITLE is sponsoring the 2026 AIPLA Annual Meeting, taking place in Washington, D.C. Organised by the American Intellectual Property Law Association (AIPLA), this flagship event brings together IP professionals and provides a comprehensive programme of panel sessions, workshops, committee meetings and networking opportunities. This year’s theme, “IP Horizons: Navigating Innovation, AI, and Global Change,” will explore the evolving landscape of intellectual property and the impact of innovation and AI on the profession. Representing HOFFMANN EITLE at the meeting will be Felix Briza, Chloe Holloway and Sofie McPherson.
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November 2026
13th Annual IP Dealmakers Forum - Austin, USA
2 - 4 November
The 13th Annual IP Dealmakers Forum brings together leading professionals from across the intellectual property sector to explore the latest developments in IP strategy, monetization, licensing and litigation. Taking place in Austin, Texas, the three-day event provides a platform for industry leaders, patent owners, investors, legal experts and other IP professionals to exchange insights, discuss emerging trends and explore new opportunities in the global IP market. HOFFMANN EITLE is a sponsor of the 13th Annual IP Dealmakers Forum and will be represented by Thomas Gniadek and David Sproston. Thomas will be speaking at the masterclass “Strategizing the UPC: How European Leverage Changes Global Litigation Strategy”, exploring how the Unified Patent Court (UPC) is reshaping international patent litigation strategies and influencing approaches to global patent enforcement.
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IAM Live: Navigating the UPC - Paris, France
4 November
IAM Live: Navigating the UPC 2026 brings together leading professionals from across the intellectual property sector, including UPC judges, senior in-house counsel and private practice experts, to explore the latest developments and challenges surrounding the Unified Patent Court (UPC). Taking place in Paris, the one-day event will focus on recent landmark rulings, evolving jurisdictional issues and strategic approaches to patent litigation and enforcement in Europe. HOFFMANN EITLE will be represented by Carla Roth and Sebastian Giese, who will attend the event to exchange insights and perspectives with fellow IP professionals and discuss the evolving legal landscape of the UPC.
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Comparative Patent Practice Conference (CPPC) - Tokyo, Japan
10 - 11 November
The annual Comparative Patent Practice Conference (CPPC), jointly hosted by HOFFMANN EITLE and US firm Wolf Greenfield, brings together IP professionals from Japan, Europe and the United States to explore the latest developments in international patent practice. The 2026 CPPC will provide a focused, practice-oriented update across two compact seminar days, covering topics including AI and software inventions, claim drafting, validity and claim construction, UPC practice, PTAB and reexamination trends, ITC developments, SEP/FRAND issues, provisional measures, forum strategy, damages, litigation funding and global monetization. Experienced practitioners will translate recent case law, procedural trends and market developments into practical guidance for strengthening portfolios, protecting key markets and aligning European and US strategies. For more information and registration, please visit the dedicated CPPC website.
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IPBC Asia - Tokyo, Japan
17 - 19 November
IPBC Asia 2026 brings together leading professionals from across the international intellectual property sector to discuss developments in IP strategy, patent value creation and commercialisation. Held in Tokyo, Japan, the three-day conference offers a forum for patent owners, investors, industry leaders and legal experts to share their expertise, explore emerging market trends and examine new opportunities in the global IP landscape. Michele Baccelli will attend the conference on behalf of HOFFMANN EITLE, taking the opportunity to connect with international IP professionals and exchange perspectives on current challenges and opportunities in patent strategy and value creation.
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Past events
Life Science IP Seminar - Munich, Germany
9 - 11 June
For more than two decades, HOFFMANN EITLE hosts the Life Science IP Seminar every two years at its Munich office. The seminar addresses current topics in intellectual property protection for life science inventions and is widely regarded as an important forum for staying up to date with recent developments. It is characterised by the participation of a large number of experts from both industry and the legal profession.