Legal Aspects of Doing Business in Germany and Italy

Tuesday, September 14th 1:30 - 4:30 p.m. (networking reception follows at 4:30 p.m.) at MITC, 511 Congress Street, Portland Attorneys from Norman, Hanson & DeTroy, LLC and Pierce Atwood will share their expertise at this free seminar to provide an overview of legal entities and issues in Germany and Italy.  Important information on intellectual property, patenting and trade marking regulations in the EU will also be presented. This seminar will be very useful to participants (and those considering participation) of the upcoming Gubernatorial Trade Mission to Germany and Italy from November 13-20, 2004.  Information about the trade mission will be on hand at the seminar.  Questions about the trade mission should be directed to Carolina Quiroz at 207-990-3161 or Quiroz@mitc.com. Program Highlights: Intellectual Property Considerations of Doing Business in Europe/Doing Business in Italy Gloria A. Pinza, Esq., Partner, Pierce Atwood EU Basics Protecting Your Intellectual Property Doing Business in Italy E-Business Considerations Doing Business in Germany Adrian P. Kendall, Esq., Partner, Norman, Hanson & DeTroy, LLC and Maine Representative of the Consulate General of the Federal Republic of Germany Limited Barriers to Entry Distribution Considerations German Business Entities Unfair Competition Law Consumer Protection and Privacy German Business and Management Culture Register Today: There is no cost to attend this educational seminar.  However, space is limited, so advance registration is encouraged.  To register, please contact Program Manager Cheryl Rau at 207-541-7455 or via email (rau@mitc.com).