Description
Attend and earn 0.5 CPD hour in Substantive Law
OR
0.5 CPE hour for Trade Mark Attorneys
This program is applicable to practitioners from all States & Territories
Chair
Paula Adamson, Chief Executive Officer, Wrays
Patents
- Computer-implemented inventions and patentable subject-matter: where are we now?
- Sufficiency and support: mission critical
- The latest on best method
Presented by James Lawrence, Partner, Addisons; Best Lawyers in Australia, Intellectual Property Law 2025; Leading Lawyer, Contentious Intellectual Property 2024 Doyle’s Guide
Presenters
Paula Adamson, Chief Executive Officer, Wrays
Paula is the CEO of Wrays, bringing extensive experience from senior roles in both the public and private sectors. Previously, she served as Deputy Director General for IP Australia, overseeing the administration of IP rights, and was the Commissioner of Patents and Registrar for Trade marks. Paula also held a position in the Prime Minister and Cabinet Department focused on critical technology policy. She is passionate about supporting Australia’s innovation economy, collaborating with research institutes and start-ups to protect intangible assets and foster economic growth.
James Lawrence, Partner, Addisons
James Lawrence is a Partner in Addisons' intellectual property team, focusing on IP advisory and litigation. He has been recognised in Best Lawyers and Doyle’s Guide for his expertise in IP and biotechnology law. James is identified as a Leader in IP by the World Intellectual Property Review and serves as the Editor of the Patents chapter in Halsbury's Laws of Australia. His contributions to the field include regular publications and presentations on IP issues.
