Litigation Leadership: Insights from Heads of IP and Heads of Patent Litigation from Across the Tech & Innovation Sector

20 Jan 2027
Tech & Innovation Patent Litigation Europe

In a distinctly complex and rapidly evolving technology litigation landscape, patent litigators must continually adapt to new challenges and responsibilities. This leadership-focused panel brings together senior in-house IP counsel and Heads of Patent Litigation for an intimate discussion on leadership, talent development, external counsel management, and the strategic priorities shaping modern patent litigation functions.

- Explore how Heads of IP and Patent Litigation are adapting to the evolving global disputes landscape. 

- Learn how tech IP leaders are building high-performing teams and coordinating with external counsel across multi-jurisdictional patent disputes.  

- Gain insights from senior industry leaders on the strategic priorities and leadership challenges shaping modern patent litigation in the technology sector.  

Speakers
Gael Tisack
Gael Tisack, Divisional Vice President & Associate General Counsel - Abbott
Jako Eleveld
Jako Eleveld, VP, Head of IP Licensing - Philips
Rob Rodrigues
Rob Rodrigues, Partner - RNA Law