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· Archive/Discussion/21 May 2025, 17:00/Literaturhaus München, Salvatorplatz 1, 80333 Munich

Alternative Dispute Resolution in the UPC – PMAC Status & Prospects

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The Unified Patent Court is experiencing a very dynamic start. Is the same true for its alternative dispute resolution branch, the Patent Mediation and Arbitration Center (PMAC)?

What is the status of the rule-making for the PMAC?

How is PMAC leadership settling in?

How does the interaction between UPC and PMAC unfold?

What is the perspective of potential users on these developments?

Discuss these and related topics at our upcoming members-only Munich IP Dispute Resolution Event.

Following the discussion, we will host a social mixer. We also seek valuable input from our members and look forward to having your unique perspective and active participation. Your thoughts and ideas are instrumental in shaping the future events and content direction of the Munich IPDR. It's an opportunity for all members, both longstanding and new, to actively contribute and help steer the course.

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· Speakers

  • Aleš Zalar
    Director of the PMAC of the Unified Patent Court
  • Simon Dack
    Member of the PMAC expert committee
  • Dr. Matthias Zigann
    Presiding Judge of the Local Division Munich of the Unified Patent Court

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