The Laws Behind Technology: Leading Lawyers On The Legal Aspects Of Patents, Software Licensing, Telecommunications, & More (Inside the Minds)

Inside the Minds: The Laws Behind Technology is an authoritative, insider's perspective on the laws which govern technology, the essential capabilities of the successful practitioner, and the future of this legal discipline, on a global scale. Featuring Department Heads, Group Chairs, and Leading Partners, all representing some of the nation's top firms, this book provides a broad, yet comprehensive overview of the practice area, discussing the current shape and future state of technology regulation, from the founding doctrines, to the pivotal cases of today. From the steps involved in counseling clients and handling negotiations, to tactics around profiting from a patent portfolio and preventing infringement, these leading lawyers articulate the finer points around technology now, and what will hold true into the future. The different niches represented and the breadth of perspectives presented enable readers to get inside some of the great legal minds of today as experts offer up their thoughts around the keys to success within this fascinating practice area - where law, technology, and strategy intersect. In addition to extensive and engaging commentary, authors provided appendix material including sample software and trademark license agreements and industry related forms, checklists, and case studies.