As attorneys, we always want to be sure that we are competent and have a thorough understanding of our areas of emphasis to best represent our clients. Adding a new practice area is no exception and it can be difficult to know where to start.

Many online resources are geared more for creative entrepreneurs than practitioners, and CLEs can be more conceptual in nature than applicable to the actual practice of law.  Alternatively, maybe you already practice in IP but are seeking additional insight into the nuances of copyright and the way they differ from those of trademark and patent law. 

Regardless of your reasons, adding a new area of emphasis can be an overwhelming undertaking in any circumstance.  When you factor in the high stakes practice area of intellectual property, the nuanced pitfalls for both attorneys and clients can be too much to handle.  If that's the situation, get help from those who focus on this area, day in and day out!

Module 1: Copyright Fundamentals
Module 2: Publication
Module 3: Quirks to Consider for Copyright Registration
Module 4: The Registration Forms
Module 5: Works for Hire
Module 6: How to Decide Whether to Take on a Matter
Module 7: Copyright Infringement Basics
Module 8: Helpful Resources
Module 9: The Intersection of Copyright and Other Forms of IP
Module 10: Copyright and Other Areas of Law
Module 11: Copyright Claims Board
Module 12: DMCA Takedowns and Cease and Desists