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By LES Scandinavia

January 16, 2026
Webinar

Licensing & Patenting in Space Technology

How is intellectual property law applied beyond Earth’s borders? Join us for an engaging session featuring a presentation on how patent systems and international space treaties intersects in the rapidly developing space economy.

Alicia Hölttä
Finnish Space Law Association
Kristin Førde
BULL Advokatfirmaet
Elisa Huusko
Berggren Oy
LES Scandinavia & Finnish space law association

By Global LES Societies and LESI Committees

December 16, 2025
Virtual

les Nouvelles LIVE: Spotlight on the December 2025 Edition

Join LESI for the next les Nouvelles LIVE! online event to hear the “making-of” stories from the authors of articles in the December 2025 edition. We will feature authors from three articles in this edition as we close out the year. The December 2025 issue again dives into emerging challenges and strategies in intellectual property […]

LES International
December 16, 2025
Virtual

Patent Certainty or Serial Challenges: The USPTO Challenging the Status Quo

There are significant changes being made in patent law, disrupting things.  Join LES USA-Canada for a timely webinar examining the United States Patent and Trademark Office’s Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) titled “Revision to Rules of Practice Before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board,” which proposes significant changes to how inter partes review (IPR) petitions […]

LES USA & Canada
December 18, 2025
Virtual

The Achilles Heel of US Centric Cleantech Energy Patent Portfolios

Join LES USA-Canada’s Valuation & Pricing Committee for a discussion on the critical vulnerabilities in U.S.-focused cleantech patent strategies and explore associated valuation and pricing considerations regarding portfolio development, transactions, and litigation.

LES USA & Canada
January 13, 2026
Virtual

LESI Thought Leadership Program 2025/26 – Track 1 (SEPs): Session 2

SEP Licensing in the Video Streaming Industry We continue our SEP Thought leadership series this year by looking at SEP Licensing in the Video Streaming Industry. More details coming soon!   One more webinar is planned for March 10 on IOT and then a final session will take place in-person in Dublin at LESI2026, www.lesi2026.org

LES International
January 14, 2026
Virtual

Brand Expansion & Licensing Part 6 – The Power of Stories

In Part 6 of his series on Brand Expansion, Pete Canalichio will explain the third element of the LASSO Module, “Storied”. In this webinar, Pete will go over why having a brand with a story is so relevant and powerful. He will share case studies that exemplify the importance of a strong narrative and offer […]

LES USA & Canada
January 14, 2026
Rockville, WA, USA

The History of Intellectual Property Law: Patents

Centuries ago, intellectual property laws were developed to protect innovators and creators. Before that, there were few if any protections. So, how did these laws come into being? What drivers were responsible and what cultures led the way to transform the primitive laws then to the more sophisticated legal instruments we see today? From the […]

LES USA & Canada
January 15, 2026
Virtual

Trade Secret Protection in Asia

LESI’s Asia Pacific Committee will be hosting a Trade Secrets webinar on January 15, 2026. All IP practitioners, corporate legal entities and researchers are welcome. Experts from LES Singapore, LES China and LES China Hong Kong Sub-Chapter will share key insights; updates on trade secret protection frameworks and typical case reviews; China’s strengthened judicial protection […]

LES International
January 15, 2026
London, UK

A Practical Guide to Quantum Computing and the Law

Gather with other licensing professionals to hear from Laura Wright and Rebecca Keating, barristers of 4 Pump Court and authors of ‘A Practical Guide to Quantum Computing and the Law’. Laura and Rebecca will provide an introduction to quantum computing and the challenges and opportunities it presents. Topics will include the current state of quantum technology, its implications […]

LES Britain & Ireland
January 20, 2026
Virtual

LESI Thought Leadership Program 2025/26 – Track 2 (MedTech): Session 1

More Than Just the Intersection of Medicine and Technology This is the kick-off session of Track 2 focused on MedTech; one of 3 webinars in a series leading up to LESI2026 in Dublin (April 26-29, 2026, www.lesi2026.org). Confirmed Speakers to be updated soon!

LES International
January 21, 2026
London, UK

Wellbeing in the Workplace – Advantages for Productivity and Creativity

Join LES B&I for an energising evening exploring one of the most urgent and business-critical themes for modern legal and innovation teams: how wellbeing directly drives productivity, creativity, retention, and long-term organisational success. Moderated by Karl Barnfather of Barnfather IP, LES B&I are delighted to welcome Elizabeth Rimmer, CEO of LawCare, to present headline insights from the […]

LES Britain & Ireland
January 23, 2026
Budapest, Hungary

Sky Is No Limit – Hungarian Life Science Innovations from Pharma to Space

LES Hungary’s Industry Day will include an exclusive visit to Richter Gedeon Zrt. — one of Europe’s leading multinational pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, headquartered in Budapest and the largest pharmaceutical enterprise in Central and Eastern Europe. The visit will offer an exceptional opportunity to explore the forefront of life sciences, innovation, and the HUNOR space […]

LES Hungary
January 28, 2026
Santa Clara, CA, USA

U.S. IP Year in Review – Looking Back at 2025

This marks the 12th annual U.S. IP Year-in-Review, presented by the LES USA-Canada Silicon Valley Chapter. The content-packed program will review the most significant IP legal developments of 2025, highlight critical takeaways, and provide actionable tips for everyday application. Whether you are involved in obtaining IP rights, negotiating deals, drafting agreements, enforcing rights, or defending […]

LES USA & Canada
January 28, 2026
Rotterdam, Netherlands

Bankruptcy and IP

LES Benelux welcomes you to its New Year’s Event on Wednesday, 28 January. The theme of bankruptcy and licensing will be discussed with several case studies. Speakers will highlight the perspectives from a licensee, a licensor, and a trustee. They would also like to raise a glass with you to a happy New Year at […]

LES Benelux
January 29, 2026
Virtual

Aerospace IP Strategy in View of Recent U.S. Patent Office Updates

Join LES USA-Canada’s Valuation & Pricing Committee to explore how recent USPTO changes impact aerospace and defense patent strategies, along with associated valuation and pricing considerations regarding portfolio development, transactions, and litigation dynamics.

LES USA & Canada
January 29, 2026
Virtual

LESI YMC AI Literacy Program Series: Session 1 – AI Demo Day

Join LESI’s Young Member Congress (YMC) for the first session of their AI Literacy Program, a webinar series designed to demonstrate practical, real‑world applications of AI for business and legal stakeholders. This AI Demo Day will showcase leading AI tools for the global LES community, professionals who protect, value, license, and commercialize IP assets, and […]

LES International
February 5, 2026
London, UK

Licensing Technology from Universities

Delivered jointly by LES B&I (Licensing Executives Society, Britain and Ireland) and KEUK (Knowledge Exchange UK), this one-day course is essential for understanding how to successfully engage with, and licence technology from, universities.  Our practical course equips delegates with the skills and confidence to structure deals effectively, empowering them to negotiate key terms in diverse […]

LES Britain & Ireland
February 5, 2026
Virtual

LESI Thought Leadership Program 2025/26 – Track 2 (MedTech): Session 2

Use Of Human Data in IP Innovation – Is it Fair, Reasonable, and Safe? This is the next session of Track 2 focused on MedTech. More details coming soon!   One more webinar is planned for March 19 and then a final session will take place in-person in Dublin at LESI2026, www.lesi2026.org

LES International
March 19, 2026
Virtual

LESI Thought Leadership Program 2025/26 – Track 2 (MedTech): Session 3

Funding Academic Innovation in Medtech – Beyond Government Grants This is the 3rd session of Track 2 focused on MedTech. More details coming soon! The next (and final!) session will take place at LESI2026 in Dublin (April 26-29, 2026, www.lesi2026.org).

LES International
April 26, 2026
Dublin, Ireland

LESI 2026 Annual Conference – INNOVATION TO IMPACT: IP as an International Growth Engine

BRINGING TOGETHER KEY PLAYERS AND THOUGHT LEADERS LESI’s Annual Conference will focus on how innovation can lead to international impact and growth across all sectors. LESI 2026 will bring together key players and thought leaders to demonstrate how intellectual property acts as an international growth engine. The meeting will be held in Dublin, Ireland, a […]

LES International
May 20, 2026
Melbourne, Australia

2026 Annual Conference: Laneways to Licensing

Save the Date! Join LESANZ for their 2026 Annual Conference with the theme “Laneways to Licensing” on 20-22 May 2026. Held at Melbourne Connect; a purpose-built innovation precinct in the heart of Melbourne’s Biomedical hub, uniting researchers, industry, government, startups, and creatives. From the buzz of the laneways outside to the breakthroughs being shaped inside, you’ll be […]

LES Australia & New Zealand
October 18, 2026
San Diego, CA, USA

2026 Annual Meeting

Discover Innovation at the LES 2026 Annual Meeting in San Diego! LES USA-Canada are excited to welcome you to sun-soaked San Diego, home to one of the world’s most dynamic hubs for biotechnology, life sciences, and cutting-edge research. You’ll be steps away from leading labs, thriving startup incubators, and the waterfront that inspires breakthrough ideas. […]

LES USA & Canada
October 25, 2026
Seoul, South Korea

LES 2026 Asia Pacific Conference

Save the Date! On behalf of LES Korea, we are excited to share that the 2026 LES APAC Conference will be held on October 25-26, 2026 in Seoul, Korea under the inspiring theme: “IP in Motion, from K-Creativity to Global Prosperity!” This event will bring together global IP leaders, professionals, IP strategists, SVC providers, and […]

LES International, LES Korea
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