Houston Intellectual Property Law Association upcoming events

[other] IPIL Fall Lecture (November 10, 2026)

Tue, 10 Nov 2026 23:30:00 GMT

For complete details, visit https://law.uh.edu/ipil/falllecture.asp

Dave Fagundes

Professor of Law and Associate Dean of Faculty

Emory University Law School

Click here for Professor Fagundes's Emory faculty listing

Tuesday, November 10, 2026

5:30 P.M. LIGHT RECEPTION

6:15 P.M. LECTURE, FOLLOWED BY HEAVY RECEPTION

The Houston Club

910 Louisiana, Suite 4900 – Houston

To RSVP or for further information, contact ipil@uh.edu or 713.743.2180

Approved for 1.0 hour of Texas MCLE

Copyright Administration by Accretion: 50 Years of the 1976 Copyright Act

Abstract:

One of the most overlooked ways that the 1976 Act transformed American copyright is how it changed the course of the Copyright Office as an administrative agency. This Lecture discusses how the 1976 Act ushered in a form of administration that was not only new to copyright but rare among agencies generally: administration by accretion. It then elaborates this descriptive claim and its implications in three steps.

First, by detailing how copyright administration has unfolded following the inflection point of the 1976 Act. The Act expanded the administrative duties of the Copyright Office but did so without providing a clear vision or practical infrastructure for effectuating those new responsibilities. Subsequent statutes have grafted further obligations onto the Office, also in a piecemeal manner.

Second, by showing how this distinctive expansion of the Office constitutes a phenomenon largely untheorized in agency governance that we call “administration by accretion.” Accretion reflects the serial addition—typically through separate statutes addressing separate policy problems—of functionally heterogeneous regulatory, adjudicatory, allocative, or advisory duties to an existing agency without a corresponding redesign of that agency’s mission, structure, procedures, expertise, political supervision, or resources.

Finally, by touching on the benefits and drawbacks of administration by accretion as applied to the novel challenges faced by American copyright law in the next half-century of the 1976 Act regime.

2026 HIPLA Holiday Luncheon (December 03, 2026)

Thu, 03 Dec 2026 17:30:00 GMT

2026 HIPLA Holiday Luncheon

Please join us for a festive lunch,

featuring IP fellowship and holiday libations!

Includes Market Table, Meats, Sparkling Wine Toast & Two Drinks

Vegetarian Options Available Upon Request

Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse -

8250 Westheimer Rd

Houston, TX 77063

(713) 978-6500

https://fogodechao.com/location/houston/

Recommended dress for the Holiday Luncheon is CASUAL, and silly Christmas sweaters are especially welcome.

MENU:

(1) Soup & Salad - array of seasonal salads, charcuterie, exotic fruit, nutrient dense superfoods, feijoada (black bean stew with sausage and rice) and more

(2) Fire Roasted Meats & Sides (unlimited) - Enjoy continuous tableside carving of premium Brazilian cuts like our signature Picanha (prime part of top sirloin), Fraldinha (bottom sirloin), and steakhouse favorites like Filet, Lamb Chops, Bone-in Ribeye, Roasted Chicken and more.

(3) Dessert - Chocolate Brigadeiro and Cheesecake

(4) Beverages - Sodas, Coffee, Tea, Sparkling Wine Toast, Two Alcoholic Drinks (beer/wine/caipirinha)

Agenda for HIPLA CLE lunches:

Opens at 11:30 AM for lunch and networking.
HOLIDAY ATTIRE IS WELCOMED!
To invite friends or colleagues, please share the event link from the HIPLA events calendar or from "Tell them you're going!" below.

If you have any questions, please contact the HIPLA Meetings & Programs Chairs:

Vikesh Patel, vpatel@kmd.law

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Tell them you're going!

Tell your friends and colleagues about this event by sharing this link and the hashtag #HIPLA:

https://www.hipla.org/event-6847158

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Have an idea for HIPLA's next CLE?

HIPLA welcomes members to submit proposals for CLE programs for 2027:

Proposed topics should be authoritative, timely, and of practical interest to IP attorneys and patent agents who are HIPLA's members.
Please reach out to: Vikesh Patel <vpatel@kmd.law>, George Webb <gwebb@rice.edu>, Michael Lew <michael.lew@squirepb.com>

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[other] Central Texas Federal Bench Bar Conference (February 25, 2027)

Thu, 25 Feb 2027 15:00:00 GMT

HIPLA is pleased to share notice of certain non-HIPLA events that may be of interest to HIPLA members:

For these events, please confirm the event details with the host organization, as HIPLA makes no representations regarding the accuracy of the information presented here.
To recommend an event for inclusion, please contact the HIPLA Meeting Arrangements & Programs Chairs:

Vikesh Patel <vpatel@kmd.law>

Michael Lew <michael.lew@squirepb.com>

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Central Texas Federal Bench Bar Conference

https://www.centraltxbenchbar.com/

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Have an idea for HIPLA's next CLE?

HIPLA welcomes members to submit proposals for future CLE programs:

Proposed topics should be authoritative, timely, and of practical interest to IP attorneys and patent agents who are HIPLA's members.
For details and to submit a proposal, please visit our new portal at https://forms.gle/rKhBr6rMafbw1RVEA

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CLE luncheon with USPTO Director John Squires (April 01, 2027)

Thu, 01 Apr 2027 16:30:00 GMT

HIPLA is thrilled to welcome

Hon. John A. Squires

Under Secretary of Commerce

and Director of the United States Patent & Trademark Office

https://www.uspto.gov/about-us/john-squires

as our distinguished CLE speaker for spring 2027!

To our knowledge, this is the first time the current USPTO Director has visited Houston.
HIPLA is seeking sponsors for this event! If you or your firm are interested in a sponsorship opportunity, please contact George Webb <gwebb@rice.edu>
Due to the complexities of the Director’s calendar, the location and other details are not yet finalized. Registration will open at this event page (https://www.hipla.org/event-6725177) once all details are set. Thank you!

Agenda:

11:30 am: Doors open for lunch
11:50 am: Call to order, announcements, and instructions
1:00 pm: Event concludes

Event Notes:

Dress for HIPLA CLE lunches is business casual. Suits are not expected.
To invite friends or colleagues, please share the event link from the HIPLA events calendar or from "Tell them you're going!" below.
If you have any questions, please contact the HIPLA Meetings & Programs Chairs:

Vikesh Patel <vpatel@kmd.law>

Michael Lew <michael.lew@squirepb.com>

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Tell them you're going!

Tell your friends and colleagues about this event by sharing the event link and the hashtag #HIPLA:

https://www.hipla.org/event-6725177

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Have an idea for HIPLA's next CLE?

HIPLA welcomes members to submit proposals for CLE programs for 2026:

Proposed topics should be authoritative, timely, and of practical interest to IP attorneys and patent agents who are HIPLA's members.
For details and to submit a proposal, please visit our new portal at https://forms.gle/rKhBr6rMafbw1RVEA

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[other] AIPLA Spring Meeting (May 06, 2027)

Thu, 06 May 2027 14:00:00 GMT

HIPLA is pleased to share notice of certain non-HIPLA events that may be of interest to HIPLA members:

For these events, please confirm the event details with the host organization, as HIPLA makes no representations regarding the accuracy of the information presented here.
To recommend an event for inclusion, please contact George Webb, HIPLA Meeting Arrangements & Programs Chair, at (713) 348-2704 or gwebb@rice.edu

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AIPLA Annual Meeting

https://www.aipla.org/detail/event/2027/05/06/default-calendar/2027-spring-meeting-denver

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Have an idea for HIPLA's next CLE?

HIPLA welcomes members to submit proposals for future CLE programs:

Proposed topics should be authoritative, timely, and of practical interest to IP attorneys and patent agents who are HIPLA's members.
For details and to submit a proposal, please visit our new portal at https://forms.gle/rKhBr6rMafbw1RVEA

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[other] Federal Circuit Bar Association Bench & Bar Conference (June 16, 2027)

Wed, 16 Jun 2027 14:00:00 GMT

HIPLA is pleased to share notice of certain non-HIPLA events that may be of interest to HIPLA members:

For these events, please confirm the event details with the host organization, as HIPLA makes no representations regarding the accuracy of the information presented here.
To recommend an event for inclusion, please contact the HIPLA Meeting Arrangements & Programs Chairs:

Vikesh Patel <vpatel@kmd.law>

Michael Lew <michael.lew@squirepb.com>

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Federal Circuit Bar Association Bench & Bar Conference

https://fedcirbar.org/programs/bench-and-bar-conference/

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Have an idea for HIPLA's next CLE?

HIPLA welcomes members to submit proposals for future CLE programs:

Proposed topics should be authoritative, timely, and of practical interest to IP attorneys and patent agents who are HIPLA's members.
For details and to submit a proposal, please visit our new portal at https://forms.gle/rKhBr6rMafbw1RVEA

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[other] International Trademark Association (INTA) Annual Meeting (June 16, 2027)

Wed, 16 Jun 2027 14:00:00 GMT

HIPLA is pleased to share notice of certain non-HIPLA events that may be of interest to HIPLA members:

For these events, please confirm the event details with the host organization, as HIPLA makes no representations regarding the accuracy of the information presented here.
To recommend an event for inclusion, please contact the HIPLA Meeting Arrangements & Programs Chairs:

Vikesh Patel <vpatel@kmd.law>

Michael Lew <michael.lew@squirepb.com>

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International Trademark Association (INTA) Annual Meeting

https://www.inta.org/meetings/2027-annual-meeting/home/

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Have an idea for HIPLA's next CLE?

HIPLA welcomes members to submit proposals for future CLE programs:

Proposed topics should be authoritative, timely, and of practical interest to IP attorneys and patent agents who are HIPLA's members.
For details and to submit a proposal, please visit our new portal at https://forms.gle/rKhBr6rMafbw1RVEA

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[other] State Bar of Texas Annual Meeting (June 17, 2027)

Thu, 17 Jun 2027 05:00:00 GMT

HIPLA is pleased to share notice of certain non-HIPLA events that may be of interest to HIPLA members:

For these events, please confirm the event details with the host organization, as HIPLA makes no representations regarding the accuracy of the information presented here.
To recommend an event for inclusion, please contact George Webb, HIPLA Meeting Arrangements & Programs Chair, at (713) 348-2704 or gwebb@rice.edu

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State Bar of Texas Annual Meeting

https://www.texasbar.com/Content/NavigationMenu/Events/AnnualMeeting/Future_Dates/default.htm

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Have an idea for HIPLA's next CLE?

HIPLA welcomes members to submit proposals for future CLE programs:

Proposed topics should be authoritative, timely, and of practical interest to IP attorneys and patent agents who are HIPLA's members.
For details and to submit a proposal, please visit our new portal at https://forms.gle/rKhBr6rMafbw1RVEA

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[other] IP Owners Association Annual Meeting (September 19, 2027)

Sun, 19 Sep 2027 14:00:00 GMT

HIPLA is pleased to share notice of certain non-HIPLA events that may be of interest to HIPLA members:

For these events, please confirm the event details with the host organization, as HIPLA makes no representations regarding the accuracy of the information presented here.
To recommend an event for inclusion, please contact George Webb, HIPLA Meeting Arrangements & Programs Chair, at (713) 348-2704 or gwebb@rice.edu

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IP Owners Annual Meeting

https://ipo.org/index.php/event/2027-ipo-annual-meeting/

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Have an idea for HIPLA's next CLE?

HIPLA welcomes members to submit proposals for future CLE programs:

Proposed topics should be authoritative, timely, and of practical interest to IP attorneys and patent agents who are HIPLA's members.
For details and to submit a proposal, please visit our new portal at https://forms.gle/rKhBr6rMafbw1RVEA

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[other] ChIPs Global Summit (October 13, 2027)

Wed, 13 Oct 2027 14:00:00 GMT

HIPLA is pleased to share notice of certain non-HIPLA events that may be of interest to HIPLA members:

For these events, please confirm the event details with the host organization, as HIPLA makes no representations regarding the accuracy of the information presented here.
To recommend an event for inclusion, please contact George Webb, HIPLA Meeting Arrangements & Programs Chair, at (713) 348-2704 or gwebb@rice.edu

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ChIPs Global Summit

https://chipsnetwork.org/chips-global-summit/

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Have an idea for HIPLA's next CLE?

HIPLA welcomes members to submit proposals for future CLE programs:

Proposed topics should be authoritative, timely, and of practical interest to IP attorneys and patent agents who are HIPLA's members.
For details and to submit a proposal, please visit our new portal at https://forms.gle/rKhBr6rMafbw1RVEA

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[other] AIPLA Annual Meeting (October 28, 2027)

Thu, 28 Oct 2027 14:00:00 GMT

HIPLA is pleased to share notice of certain non-HIPLA events that may be of interest to HIPLA members:

For these events, please confirm the event details with the host organization, as HIPLA makes no representations regarding the accuracy of the information presented here.
To recommend an event for inclusion, please contact George Webb, HIPLA Meeting Arrangements & Programs Chair, at (713) 348-2704 or gwebb@rice.edu

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AIPLA Annual Meeting

https://www.aipla.org/detail/event/2027/10/28/default-calendar/aipla-2027-annual-meeting

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Have an idea for HIPLA's next CLE?

HIPLA welcomes members to submit proposals for future CLE programs:

Proposed topics should be authoritative, timely, and of practical interest to IP attorneys and patent agents who are HIPLA's members.
For details and to submit a proposal, please visit our new portal at https://forms.gle/rKhBr6rMafbw1RVEA

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