24 February 2026 • 2 minute read
Asia Intellectual Property Symposium 2026
Seoul, South Korea - February 24, 2026 | Tokyo, Japan - February 26, 2026Navigate complexity. Protect innovation. Lead globally.
Intellectual property sits at the intersection of innovation, global trade, identity, and competitive advantage. With AI transforming IP challenges, regulatory frameworks evolving rapidly, and patent litigation strategies becoming increasingly sophisticated, informed decision-making has never been more critical.
The Asia Intellectual Property Symposium brought together leading practitioners and industry experts for focused discussions on the forces reshaping global IP protection. The symposium delivered practical insights to help organizations future‑proof IP portfolios, anticipate emerging risks, and identify strategic opportunities across interconnected markets.
Who attended:
This invitation-only symposium was designed for:
- IP counsel and patent attorneys managing complex global portfolios
- General counsel and legal leaders in the technology and automotive sectors
- Business development and innovation executives navigating IP strategy
- Legal professionals handling cross-border litigation and licensing
For information about DLA Piper’s full range of Intellectual Property capabilities, visit our webpage.
Event Details
Event location: Four Seasons Seoul Hotel
97 Saemunan-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, 03183, Korea
Event location: Tokyo Kaikan
3-2-1 Marunouchi Chiyoda-ku Tokyo 100-0005 Japan
Seoul Agenda | February 24, 2026
Speakers: DS Chang
Kenneth Oh
Han Sun Lee
Speakers: Paul Steadman
Erin Gibson
Moderator: Matt Satchwell
Speakers: Senator Richard Burr
Senator Saxby Chambliss
Frank Ryan
Moderator: Sangwon Sung
Speakers: Greg Bodulovic
Aoife Murphy
Dr. Kokularajah Paheenthararajah
Gualtiero Dragotti
Ting Xiao
Tokyo Agenda | February 26, 2026
Erin Gibson
Moderator: Matt Satchwell
Speakers: Senator Richard Burr
Senator Saxby Chambliss
Frank Ryan
Gualtiero Dragotti
Daniel Valencia
Ting Xiao
Moderator: Mitch Nishimura
Speakers: Maki Nakamura
Hajime Shirasaka
Shuzo Maruyama
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