Iowa CLE - Intellectual Property Courses

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AI and Software Ownership: Copyleft, Open Source, and Legal Risk in the Age of AI Coding Tools

As AI-generated code becomes increasingly common in commercial software, the legal issues surrounding ownership, licensing, and valuation have grown significantly more complex. Attorneys representing technology companies, startups, investors, software developers, and purchasers must be prepared to evaluate how AI-assisted development can affect intellectual property rights, regulatory compliance, and the long-term value of software assets. This CLE program explores the legal risks and p... More Info

$29

1General Credit
Law in the Age of Large World Models: Navigating Liability, Autonomy, and Synthetic Reality

Artificial intelligence is evolving beyond content generation into systems capable of modeling real-world environments, predicting outcomes, and supporting decision-making in fields such as engineering, robotics, and autonomous technologies. This CLE program explores the emergence of Large World Models (LWMs) and physical AI, examining how these technologies are reshaping the legal landscape. The course will address key issues involving liability, professional responsibility, intellectu... More Info

$29

1General Credit
Defending Trade Secret Claims: Contesting Whether a Trade Secret Exists

Not every claim involving confidential business information gives rise to a valid trade secret action. This CLE program explores the legal framework governing trade secret protection and focuses on the critical issues that arise when the existence of a trade secret is disputed. Attendees will examine the factors courts consider when determining whether information qualifies for protection, including the specificity of the alleged secret, its economic value, and the efforts taken to maintain it... More Info

$29

1General Credit
From Workflow to Automation: Expert AI Use in Legal Practice

This CLE program continues the AI for Legal Practice series by moving beyond prompting techniques and individual AI features to examine how attorneys can develop structured, repeatable systems for AI use within a law practice. Building on prior discussions of foundational AI skills and advanced tools, this session focuses on integrating AI into firm operations in a way that is supervised, efficient, and aligned with professional responsibilities. Participants will explore practical stra... More Info

$55

1.5General Credits
Trademark Blind Spots: What Every Business Attorney Needs to Know

Trademark issues often arise long before a client consults intellectual property counsel, making it essential for business attorneys to recognize potential risks early. This CLE program examines the trademark issues that frequently emerge during entity formation, business naming, branding, and commercial transactions, providing practical guidance for identifying and addressing problems before they escalate. Participants will explore the fundamentals of trademark law, including how trade... More Info

$29

1General Credit
Counseling the Startup: Legal Strategy for High-Growth Ventures

Advising startups requires a different approach than representing traditional small businesses. Early-stage companies often operate in rapidly evolving markets, pursue aggressive growth strategies, and depend on outside investment to achieve their objectives. As a result, attorneys serving startup clients are frequently called upon to provide guidance that extends beyond a single practice area and into broader business and strategic considerations. This CLE program explores the unique l... More Info

$55

2General Credits
Meta-Jurisprudence and Quantum Law in the Age of Artificial Swarm Intelligence

This CLE program examines the emergence of Artificial Swarm Intelligence (ASI) and its potential impact on the practice of law. Moving beyond traditional AI tools, ASI relies on networks of coordinated AI agents that can collaborate, adapt, and perform complex tasks across legal workflows, including research, compliance, contract management, litigation analysis, and strategic decision-making. As legal work increasingly incorporates interconnected AI systems, questions arise regarding su... More Info

$29

1General Credit
Understanding the Four Types of Intellectual Property: A Practical Introduction

This CLE program offers a practical introduction to the core categories of intellectual property law, including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets. Participants will examine the distinct protections each form of intellectual property provides, the circumstances in which they arise, and key considerations for identifying and preserving these rights. Designed for attorneys across practice areas, the course focuses on spotting potential intellectual property issues that may... More Info

$55

2General Credits
From Idea to Icon: Protecting Your Brand Through Trademarks

This CLE program offers attorneys a practical overview of trademark selection, protection, and enforcement across the brand lifecycle. It covers core principles of protectability, including distinctiveness and common pitfalls with weak marks, and compares common law rights with federal registration. The program also addresses clearance mistakes, modern naming risks, and effective strategies for assessing trademark availability. Attendees will learn practical approaches to identif... More Info

$29

1General Credit
AI Assisted Patent Drafting: Governance, Risk, and Responsible Use

As generative AI tools become more common in patent drafting, practitioners must navigate the tension between increased efficiency and their obligations around confidentiality, ethics, and compliance. This CLE program focuses on the governance and risk issues tied to AI-assisted patent work. It addresses how these technologies intersect with key areas such as inventorship, disclosure duties, prior art evaluation, and privilege, while outlining practical approaches to oversight, policy d... More Info

$29

1General Credit
Ethical Use of Artificial Intelligence in Legal Practice

Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping how legal services are delivered, creating new layers of ethical responsibility and operational risk for attorneys. This CLE program explores how existing rules of professional conduct apply in an AI-enabled environment, focusing on core obligations such as technological competence, appropriate supervision of both human and automated tools, protection of client confidences, transparency in client communications, and accuracy in representations to co... More Info

$34

1Ethics Credit
Trade Secret Asset Management: Identifying, Protecting, and Valuing Trade Secrets

This CLE program explores the lifecycle of trade secret assets, with an emphasis on how organizations can systematically identify, secure, and leverage proprietary information. Attendees will examine practical approaches to inventorying and categorizing trade secrets, as well as techniques for evaluating their economic significance within a business. The course also addresses protective measures designed to prevent unauthorized use or disclosure, including internal controls and contract... More Info

$29

1General Credit
Advising Franchise Start-Ups: Legal Framework and Attorney Risk Management

This CLE program delivers a structured, practice-focused analysis of the legal and operational framework required to launch and sustain a franchise system. Attorneys will examine entity formation strategies designed to allocate and contain liability, jurisdictional considerations affecting regulatory exposure and taxation, and governance practices that position franchisors for scalable growth. The course provides a detailed review of the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD), emphasizing... More Info

$29

1General Credit
Emerging Legal Challenges in Data Center Operations & Expansion

The rapid expansion of data infrastructure has transformed the legal landscape surrounding digital development projects. Surging demand for computing capacity—driven by emerging technologies and large-scale data needs—has accelerated project timelines while introducing a new wave of legal, regulatory, and public policy considerations. This CLE program examines the evolving framework governing data center development, including land use approvals, environmental and energy constraints, zo... More Info

$55

1.5General Credits
Cybersecurity & Generative AI: Legal Risks and Risk Mitigation

Artificial intelligence and cybersecurity have moved from emerging issues to core risk areas for law firms and their clients. Generative AI, in particular, is reshaping how legal work is performed, from research and drafting to data analysis and decision-making. Yet the rapid adoption of these tools has outpaced many organizations’ ability to manage the attendant risks. This CLE program provides attorneys with a practical examination of GenAI and cybersecurity from a legal and professio... More Info

$29

1General Credit
Top Ten Recent Trademark Decisions to Know

This CLE course delivers a streamlined update on impactful recent trademark rulings from the U.S. Supreme Court, federal courts, and the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board. The program focuses on how these decisions refine substantive standards and influence day-to-day trademark prosecution and enforcement. Featured cases include: In re Jimenez In re Ye Mystic Krewe of Gasparilla Chutter, Inc. v. Great Management Group In re Solace Cine August Storck KG v. Florend Indústria e Comér... More Info

$29

1General Credit
Drafting Stronger Patents: A Practical Project Management-Based Framework for Surviving Alice

This CLE program explores a structured methodology for preparing patent applications that can withstand eligibility scrutiny under 35 U.S.C. § 101. Taught by a patent attorney and former USPTO examiner from Business Methods Technology Center 3600, the session adapts project-management principles to the realities of patent drafting and prosecution. The course highlights practical techniques practitioners can implement immediately, drawing on current USPTO guidance such as the August 2025... More Info

$29

1General Credit
AI Governance: Privacy, Bias, and Emerging Regulation

This CLE program delves into the shifting regulatory landscape surrounding artificial intelligence in the United States. Participants will explore how current privacy frameworks intersect with AI technologies, the ways in which states are attempting to curb algorithmic bias, and the legal tools emerging to address deepfake content and other synthetic media concerns. The session also examines the professional responsibilities attorneys must consider when deploying or advising clients on... More Info

$29

1General Credit
When Game Design Meets the Law: Loot Boxes, Dark Patterns, and Regulatory Risk

In today’s free-to-play market, loot boxes and other potentially manipulative interface techniques remain powerful—yet legally risky—tools for driving revenue. This CLE course delves into the friction between these popular game mechanics and gambling and consumer-protection frameworks, highlighting how routine design choices can unintentionally steer players toward spending or behavior they didn’t anticipate. We’ll trace the legal contours shaping this space through prominent disputes a... More Info

$29

1General Credit
When Obviousness Isn’t Obvious: The Purdue Pharma v. Accord Decision

The Supreme Court’s decision not to review Purdue Pharma L.P. v. Accord Healthcare, Inc. (No. 24-1132) leaves the Federal Circuit’s opinion (No. 2023-1953, Dec. 30, 2024) as the leading authority on the nexus requirement for objective indicia of non-obviousness. This CLE program revisits Purdue’s approach at both the trial and appellate levels, offering a close examination of how arguments on obviousness and secondary considerations were developed and received. Participants will explor... More Info

$55

1.5General Credits
Privacy, Data Security and Cyberattacks: Overview, Prevention and Proactive Responses

Law firms hold highly sensitive client data and are increasingly targeted by cybercriminals. Are you doing enough to protect your network and meet your ethical duties? This CLE course covers the essential steps lawyers must take to secure confidential information, including: Recognizing common cyber threats like phishing Training staff to prevent breaches Creating a response plan for cyberattacks Understanding legal and ethical requirements under state laws Learn how to protect y... More Info

$29

1General Credit
Practicing Comic Book Law: Drafting Contracts That Bring Comics to Life

This dynamic CLE program dives into the key agreements every comic book attorney should know inside and out. Guided by seasoned industry professionals, participants will learn how to effectively draft and negotiate collaboration agreements, publishing contracts, merchandising deals, and film/TV licensing agreements. Through interactive exercises and real-world scenarios, the course emphasizes issue-spotting, refining client negotiation strategies, and crafting critical contract provisio... More Info

$55

2General Credits
Comic Book Law 101: Foundations of Comic Book Law for a Changing Market

This CLE program offers a foundational overview of the core legal principles governing the comic book industry—paired with a timely analysis of the major distribution disruptions reshaping the market in 2025. Participants will review essential topics such as copyright law, licensing structures, and IP ownership, while also examining the broader industry transformation—from the decline of dominant digital platforms to the emergence of indie distribution models and the resilience of brick-and-mort... More Info

$55

2General Credits
Authorship in the Balance: The Clash Between Human Authorship, Artificial Intelligence, and Copyright Law

As generative AI transforms how comics are created, attorneys face urgent new challenges and opportunities. This CLE program offers a comprehensive legal analysis of how AI is disrupting traditional copyright frameworks in the comic book space. You'll examine recent Copyright Office rulings and case law that are redrawing the lines of protectability and redefining the scope of copyright’s exclusive rights when machines are involved in authorship. The session also covers practical approa... More Info

$55

2General Credits
U.S. Copyright Basics

This CLE program provides a practical overview of U.S. copyright law, including registration, ownership, and enforcement. The course highlights essential topics such as fair use, licensing, and the impact of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) on modern copyright practice. Attendees will learn: What types of works are protected How ownership is determined How long protection lasts Benefits of registration and how to apply Basics of infringement and available defenses More Info

$29

1.25General Credits