MARQUES is pleased to host a round table discussion with eminent Italian Judges, Representatives of the Italian Patent and Trademark Office, Members of the Italian and EU Boards of Appeal, and Representatives from the industry, on 30 January 2025 in Rome.

This one-day conference is part of the MARQUES Meet the Judges series and will focus on the analysis of topical Italian and European trade mark case-law and administrative decisions and appeal judgements on topics such as: proof of use, protection of well-known trade marks, including heritage brands, showing reputation and acquired distinctiveness through market surveys, patronymics trade marks, how to deal with gaps between market realities and the restrictive examination practices for non-conventional signs as trade marks.

The programme will also offer to participants the chance of enjoying a special theatrical performance on “The Trials of Oscar Wilde” after the end of the panel discussions, followed by a Drinks reception.

Please note the seminar will be conducted in the ITALIAN language.

The accreditation of this Symposium for the purpose of the professional training credits will be asked to the Italian Ordine dei Consulenti di Proprietà Industriale and the Ordine degli Avvocati of Rome.


Registration Fees
MARQUES Members: €325
Non-Members: €450