IAEL Events at MIDEM 2013
Sunday, 27th January 2013 10:00 > 12:00 Conference Room Level 01 |
What you Need to Know in 2013 – The Legal Update for Entertainment & Technology Chairman: Alexander Ross, Partner, Wiggin (UK) Speakers: Susan Abramovitch, Partner, Gowlings LLP (Canada) Casey Chisick, Partner, Cassels Brock & Blackwell LLP (Canada) Maximilien Jazani, Partner, Manswell (France) Nikhil Krishnamurthy, Senior Partner, Krishnamurthy & Co (India) Eberhard Kromer, Partner, SKW Schwarz (Germany) Peter Marx, Partner, Marx Van Ranst Vermeersch & Partners (Belgium) Joep Meddens, Associate, Hocker (Netherlands) Larry Miller, EVP & General Manager, MediaNet (USA) Deborah Newman, Founder, MusicStrat (USA) Gordon Williams, Partner, Lee & Thompson LLP (UK) Once again legal experts report on those developments which have had a major impact on the industry this year, along with what we can expect in the next twelve months. This year the session will be split into two: one part reviewing media law issues, the other focusing on technology. |
Sunday, 27th January 2013 12:00 > 13:00 Conference Room Level 01 |
Masterclass – Negotiating a Branding Deal Speakers: Enric Enrich, Lawyer, Enrich Advocats (Spain) Bernard Resnick, Attorney at Law, Bernard M. Resnick, Esq., P.C. (USA) Massimo Travostino, Lawyer, Studio Legale Pecoraro-Travostino (Italy) Experienced entertainment lawyers from the IAEL lead a mock negotiation of a branding and endorsement agreement. The session will analyse the main legal and commercial issues in these deals - but also provide a glimpse "behind the scenes" as the lawyers reveal the tactics and strategies used to negotiate the best outcome for their clients. |
Sunday, 27th January 2013 14:30 > 17:30 Conference Room Level 01 |
I Love my Lawyer! How Creative Counsel Support Growth and Innovation in the Entertainment Industry Introduction: Jeff Liebenson, President of the IAEL, Liebenson Law (USA) Chairwomen: Cecily Mak, Head of Legal, Flipboard Inc. (USA) Anne-Marie Pecoraro, Partner, Aklea (France) Speakers: Kenneth J. Abdo, Partner, Lommen Abdo P.A. (USA) Gilles Babinet, Entrepreneur & Digital Champion between the EU and France (France). Allen Bargfrede, Executive Director, Berklee College (USA) Danuta Szymura Berglas, Corporate Legal Counsel, Franco Dragore Entertainment Group (Switzerland) Stéphane Couchoux, Head of Venture Philanthropy & Corporate Foundations Fidal Law Firm (France) Heidy Vaquerano, Senior Attorney, LaPolt Law, P.C. (USA) Adam Phillip More speakers to be announced soon You want solutions not problems. Learn how lawyers are helping their clients grow, innovate and broaden their reach in new markets. Our panel of experts explain how the challenges of today's digital entertainment business are being turned into opportunities around the world. The session launches publication of the 2013 IAEL Book. Including coffee and networking break (at 16:00) Followed by the IAEL cocktail party in front of the Conference Room, Level 01 |
Sunday, 27th January 2013 From 19:30 Plage Royale Boulevard de la Croisette 06400 Cannes +33 4 93 38 22 00 |
IAEL Member Dinner (featuring the performance of Monsieur Jacquet)
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Monday, 28th January 2013 10:00 > 11:00 Networking Village Level 01 |
Meet the Lawyers Speakers: Kerstin Backer Jens Krogh Petersen Fábio Luiz Barboza Pereira Wim Schreurs Götz M. Schneider-Rothhaar Ed Baden-Powell Olivier Sasserath Martin Lémery Ralf Kitzberger Eberhard Kromer Specialist lawyers will be available for 5 minute one-to-one consultations with expert guidance on any relevant topic - from copyright to contract. No need to book, just turn-up - first come, first served. |
Monday, 28th January 2013 11:30 > 13:00 Auditorium E Level 3
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IAEL AGM |
Monday, 28th January 2013 13:00 > 14:00 Plage Royale Boulevard de la Croisette 06400 Cannes, France +33 4 93 38 22 00
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The US and International (Non-Europe) Member Lunch
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Monday, 28th January 2013 14:30 > 15:45 D2F Camp Riviera Hall |
Licensing 101 for Artists & Labels Going D2F Speakers: James Kendrick, Partner, Alter & Kendrick LLP (USA) Philipp Plog, Partner, Field Fisher Waterhouse LLP (Germany) Tony Morris, Marriott Harrison (UK) In today's music business many are now taking a direct route to the fans. But understanding the rights and rules that underpin licensing, old or new, is still vital. This popular session helps the audience get to grips with core concepts in copyright but also in trademarks and branding. This presentation includes a mentoring session during which you are able to ask all your questions and get practical advice on the related topic. |
Tuesday, 29th January 2013 14:30 > 15:45 Innovation Factory Lerins Hall |
Understanding International Digital Music Licensing Speakers: Jeff Liebenson, President of the IAEL, Liebenson Law (USA) Marc Jacobson, Lawyer, Law Offices of Marc Jacobson, P.C. (USA) John Simson, Of Counsel, Lommen Abdo P.A (USA) Tim Renner, Motor Entertainment GmbH (Germany) How can you safely navigate the international digital licensing landscape? It's an often complex mix of masters, publishing, neighbouring and artists' rights with different approaches in different markets - whether you are clearing rights or collecting moneys. This workshop will provide a roadmap for anyone setting out on the international licensing trail. This presentation includes a mentoring session during which you are able to ask all your questions and get practical advice on the related topic. |
All legal seminars organised by the International Association of Entertainment Lawyers (IAEL) at MIDEM 2013 have continuing professional development/education points accreditation for: The England & Wales SRA, the Dutch and French Bar Associations, and the New York, California and Pennsylvania Bar Associations in the US. Anyone attending the seminars who wishes to claim such points should fill in the attendance forms at the event. Further local confirmation where necessary may be necessary for the relevant accreditation body. IAEL members who would like accreditation for other Bar Associations should contact the IAEL at duncan.calow@dlapiper.com prior to the events.