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
Peter Le Guay, Partner, Thomson Geer Lawyers; Recommended Intellectual Property, Legal 500 Asia Pacific 2024
Appeals from, and Judicial Review of, Decisions of the Registrar of Trade Marks
Gain clarity on the legal avenues available when challenging decisions made by the Registrar of Trade Marks. This session will explore both appeals and judicial review mechanisms under the Trade Marks Act, including recent case law and procedural considerations for practitioners.
Presented by Michael Hall SC, Nigel Bowen Chambers
Presenters
Peter Le Guay, Partner, Thomson Geer Lawyers
Peter is an expert in intellectual property and advertising law, with over 25 years of experience in protecting and enforcing clients' IP rights and advising on advertising claims. As a registered trade mark attorney, he manages IP portfolios for global organisations and conducts due diligence audits while negotiating complex licences and assignments. Peter is also an accomplished litigator, regularly appearing in the Federal Court on IP disputes and consumer protection issues. He advises on marketing strategies, including promotional terms and privacy regulations, and provides guidance on digital marketing and data use.
Michael Hall SC, Nigel Bowen Chambers
Michael Hall SC is a prominent barrister specialising in commercial law, particularly intellectual property, equity, and real property disputes. Admitted to the Bar in 1999 and appointed Senior Counsel in 2014, he has worked on high-profile cases, including major defamation and trade mark disputes. Michael frequently appears in the Federal Court and has contributed to legal education as a co-author of significant texts on trade mark law. His diverse background includes roles as in-house counsel and university lecturer.
