LES Italy's webinar "Distinctive Signs: Preclusion and Coexistence Agreements" will offer a comprehensive analysis of coexistence barriers—a fundamental concept in intellectual property law that establishes the legal boundaries on the use of similar distinctive signs by different entities. The program will address into a complex and timely area, ideal for professionals dedicated to protecting IP rights and managing trademarks and distinctive signs within competitive legal frameworks.

Specifically:

• the event will outline typical cases and judicial interpretations from national courts and the Court of Justice of the EU, to help understanding coexistence barriers;
• it will provide insights into legal strategies for safeguarding exclusive rights to distinctive signs in cases of conflict. This session will offer tools for navigating disputes involving similar trademarks, enabling participants to effectively address coexistence challenges.
• the webinar will focus on the examination of coexistence agreements, which enable parties to avoid legal disputes through negotiated terms. Key aspects of enforceable agreements will be discussed, including strategic clauses and the benefits of contractual arrangements for dispute prevention.

With contributions from the following speakers:

• Marco Saverio Spolidoro – Attorney At Law - Studio Avvocato Spolidoro Associazione Professionale
• Giulio Martellini ­– IP | skill - Legal and Industrial Property Consulting
• Mariella Caramelli – Attorney At Law - Caramelli Lazzarotto Associati S.r.l.
• Emanuela Bianco – Attorney At Law - Saglietti Bianco

This event will be held in Italian.