ADR Stakeholders Forum

An event that aims to bring together key stakeholders of the IPOPHL to engage in insightful discussions on important topics related to intellectual property rights and alternative dispute resolution. Throughout the course of this forum, we will have the opportunity to hear from distinguished speakers and experts in the field, who will share their experiences and expertise in various topics, all of which play a crucial role in ensuring a balanced and efficient resolution of intellectual property disputes.

August 11, 2023

8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

IPOPHL Multi-Purpose Hall

and via Zoom

*Snacks, Refreshment and Lunch will be served for free for onsite attendees.

Emcee: Atty. Antoinette Yap-Duque

Moderator: Atty. Daniel S. Hofileña

Registration
8:00am to 8:30am

Preliminaries / Introduction
8:30am to 8:45am

Opening Remarks
by Dep. Director General Ann Claire C. Cabochan
8:45am to 9:00am

Updates on the Alternative Dispute Resolution Services of the Bureau of Legal Affairs
by Asst. Director Christine Pangilinan-Canlapan
9:15am to 10:15am

– BREAK –
10:15am to 10:30am

Panel Discussion: The role of the public sector in promoting ADR as a means to resolve disputes
With Commissioner Lolibeth R. Medrano; Former Director General Ricardo R. Blancaflor; Atty. Maria Gladys C. Vilchez
10:30am to 12:00nn

Lunch Break
12:00nn to 1:00pm

Panel Discussion: Arbitrability of IP Disputes and Possible Role of Arbitration in IP
With Atty. Shirley F. Alinea; Atty. Donemark J.L. Calimon; Atty. Raymond G. Pasiliao
1:00pm to 2:30pm

– BREAK –
2:30pm to 2:45pm

Panel Discussion: Reviving IP Arbitration: Opportunities and Challenges
With Atty. Arleo R. Magtibay, Jr.; Atty. Jared P. Amoroso; Atty. Francisco G. Alba II
2:45pm to 4:15pm

Recognition
4:15pm to 4:45pm

Closing Remarks
by Director Nathaniel S. Arevalo
4:45pm to 5:00pm

Meet our Speakers

Moderator:

Lecture: BLA Alternative Dispute Resolution Services Primer