Going barefoot in Australia
A recent High Court of Australia decision in favour of E&J Gallo Winery (Gallo) is good news for trade mark owners across the Tasman.Trade secret theft: Beware of new age pickpockets
A former engineer of General Motors (GM) was recently charged with conspiring to steal trade secrets about GM's hybrid technology.Making green tech patents more searchable
The embracing of all things "green" by the public has meant that if companies want to stay in the game, they need to be at the forefront of green technologies, or green-tech.What tune are you playing?
Music is great for creating ambience for retail businesses - whether it's played in-store or on your phone messages. But some businesses do not realise that music is intellectual property and subject to copyright.Patent settlement agreements and EU competition law
When the European Commission released its July 2009 report into competition and patent issues in the European pharmaceutical industry, it promised to monitor the situation. In particular, the Commission wanted to keep an eye on patent settlement agreements which kept generics out of the market in return for some 'value transfer' from originator pharmaceutical companies.Litigation and Dispute Resolution Expert – Part-Time
Our client, an industry regulatory body, seeks a senior lawyer to fill the role of Investigator. The Investigator investigates and reports on alleged material breaches of industry rules and regulations, with the aim of effecting settlements wherever possible and referring unsettled matters to the Rulings Panel for determination. They may also be required to provide submissions and prosecute the matter at hearings.
The ideal candidate for this role will have:
• An LLB with a current practising certificate
• Experience in litigation, court advocacy and dispute resolution processes
• A confident and fair manner in dealing with litigious parties
• A well developed ability to analyse complex information, often within tight timeframes
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills
• A sound understanding of the principles of natural justice
• An understanding of effective investigative processes
The degree of investigation activity is dependent on the nature and frequency of alleged rule beaches. Over the past twelve months the investigator has averaged two to three days per week and there have been significant peaks and troughs. Accordingly, the investigator needs to have sufficient flexibility to be available as and when required. May suit barrister.
Applications close Wednesday, 11 August.
To apply, please visit www.momentum.co.nz and enter reference number 23131 on the home page. Alternatively, email your CV to wellingtonjobs@momentum.co.nz quoting the reference number. For further information in strict confidence, please contact Carla Wellington or Melissa Sommerville on (04) 499 6161.
Local Government Intensive (20 August 2010)
From the Chair:
It is difficult to imagine a better time to hold this intensive.
We are in the midst of one of the most dramatic changes in New Zealand’s local government landscape – the creation of the Auckland Council. This is no mere amalgamation of existing local bodies. It is a grand experiment in local democracy and ways in which we plan and execute local initiatives. Its potential application to other regions in New Zealand is apparent. At the same time important changes to the reporting and governance obligations of local authorities are before Parliament, including benchmarking of performance across all councils. The sad saga of leaky homes and the huge financial burden this is putting on homeowners and local government lurches on. It has become a challenge of almost overwhelming proportions as the protagonists search for a better solution.
This intensive will cover all those issues as well as addressing other key legal developments in the sector. It will be an ideal opportunity for lawyers active in the local government space, in-house and external, to deepen their understanding of this increasingly dynamic area, its challenges and opportunities.
Carl Rowling, Auckland City Council
Fee (incl GST)
By 20 July
$565 – NZLS members and NZLS Associate members
$625 – Non-members
After 20 July
$615 – NZLS members and NZLS Associate members
$675 – Non-members
Can you really patent that?
To people outside the food industry, the idea of patenting food may seem ridiculous. Some might even consider food patents a little unfair, given the fundamental importance of food to us all. But many new food products are, in fact, patented.
Draw on Experience, Not a Blank Canvas: A discussion on fraud
Conference 2010: Slides from Barry Jordan and Jason Weir’s session on matters of a fraudulent nature.
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