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OFF-SITE

MONDAY, OCTOBER 16


Join us at Pinstripes for our Bowl and Roll Networking Reception from 6:30pm.

 

Socialize with colleagues and network with new and current contacts in a relaxed atmosphere. Enjoy the entertainment in the bowling alley and bocce courts with delicious Chicago food and drinks!


We want you to STRIKE for success! Get the BOWL rolling and find your team now!

Bowl and Roll Networking Reception Sponsor

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 15


Join StoneTurn and Hahn Loeser for a cocktail reception in appreciation of the LES Young Members Congress (YMC), from 8:30 -11:30 pm. Drinks and small bites will be served.


This event is being held at Tao and will immediately follow the LES Annual Meeting Welcome Reception.

YMC Cocktail Reception Sponsors

ON-SITE


  • Industry Leaders Forum, by invitation only (Sunday)
  • IP Owners Reception (Sunday)
  • New Members Reception (Sunday)
  • Welcome Networking Reception (Sunday)
  • Sponsor Reception by invitation only (Monday)
  • Closing Reception (Tuesday)
  • Breakfast (Monday/Tuesday)
  • Lunch (Monday/Tuesday)
  • Coffee Breaks (Monday/Tuesday)
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Registration includes access to all sessions on Monday and Tuesday, the Sunday Welcome Reception, Monday Reception and, Tuesday Closing Reception.


REGISTRATION FEES INCREASE ON OCTOBER 1

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LOCAL CHICAGO ACTIVITIES TO EXPLORE

A limited block of rooms have been reserved for LESAM23 participants at the special rate of $259 USD plus applicable taxes and fees per night for a single, king room. Rooms are available on a first come first serve basis. Discounted rate ENDS September 21.



Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile

Looking for things to do during your stay in Chicago? Check out some of the local activities (including exciting tours and shopping!) listed in our Brochure.


*Please note activities other than those included in the $350 Non Industry Guest Registration fee are not included in the cost of the Accompanying Guest Program and must be booked by the attendee separately.*

THERE’S STILL TIME TO ADD-ON A PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT COURSE!

Mechanics of a License

October 14 | 9am - 4pm CT

Sponsored by Crowell & Moring

Price: Member – $149 | Non-Member – $349 | Student – $99


Instructed by Matthew McNeill, Frank Amini, and Paul Stewart.


Dissect the various clauses of a licensing agreement, including Grant Clauses, Royalty Clauses, Boilerplate Clauses, and other licensing landmines!

Due Diligence

October 15 | 8am - 5pm CT

Price: Member - $449 | Non-Member - $549 | Student - $249


Instructed by Matthew McNeill, Louise Levien, Karen Temple, and Sam Mercer.


Learn more about the research conducted prior to engaging in a business transaction. Modules will cover aspects of technical, legal, commercial, and financial due diligence.

Managing IP Value in Startups & Early-Stage Ventures: Leveraging IP for Funding, Growth and Exit

October 15 | 11am-6pm CT

Price: Member - $499 | Non-Member - $599 | Student - $349


Instructed by Efrat Kasznik and Sam Wiley.


Understand how to manage and grow the value of IP assets as strategic business assets in startups and other early-stage ventures.

CLP Exam Review

October 18 | 8am - 5pm CT

Price: $995


Instructed by Graham Rogers, Matthew McNeill, Jennifer Gottwald, and Paul Stewart.


Prepare for the CLP Exam with the help of LES experts – over 90% of those who take the LES CLP Exam Review Course pass the CLP exam!

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Courses may also be eligible for CLE (Continuing Legal Education) credit* in select jurisdictions!


PLEASE NOTE: courses are not included in the LES 2023 Annual Meeting registration fee. You must select the courses as an add-on to your registration.


*LES USA and Canada will be applying for CLE (Continuing Legal Education) credit in select jurisdictions for certain sessions at the 2023 Annual Meeting. We are an accredited CLE provider in Pennsylvania, and we will also be applying for credit in Illinois, Texas, and Virginia. Other jurisdictions may be eligible for credit by reciprocity or self-submission. For more information, please contact LES’ Education Coordinator Hillary Brintle at [email protected].

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