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SELS Tbilisi on Intellectual Property Law

Description

We are delighted to welcome you to the 9th edition of Summer ELSA Law School Tbilisi on Intellectual Property Law, in cooperation with the National Intellectual Property Center of Georgia, taking place from July 18 to July 25, 2026!

Nowadays, Intellectual Property Law is one of the fastest growing areas of law in today’s digital age. Intellectual Property Law is essential for creators, businesses, and consumers alike. Technology gives us unique tools to express ourselves as a work of art, and at the same time, the risk that one's creation will be infringed is as high as ever. 

Have you ever wondered what the legal term Copyright refers to and where the magic of this mysterious symbol “©” starts? What kind of rights do the creators have over their literary and artistic works? As an author, what rights do you have over your creations, and what responsibilities do you have as a consumer of others' work?

During the one week spent in Georgia as a participant of SELS Tbilisi on Intellectual Property law, you will be able to clearly answer to the above mentioned questions, but you will have a chance to acknowledge the opportunities that characterise Intellectual Property and most discussed challenges about Copyright Infringement in today’s complex global environment.

After a long day of lectures and studying, it's time to have some fun!  Join us for our social programme, it’s the perfect way to make new friends and strengthen the community here at SELS Tbilisi. We’d love to see you there for a night of laughter and connection!

Explore the picturesque streets of Tbilisi, enjoy traditional Georgian cuisine, and discover local music and arts that showcase the country’s cultural heritage.

Don’t miss your chance to broaden your knowledge in Intellectual Property Law and create unforgettable memories with us.

Apply now!

Participation fees
ELSA Member from a favoured country 335€
ELSA member from a non favoured country 375€
Member of a Partner Organisation 410€
ELSA Alumni 410€
Non ELSA Member 415€
Extra fees
Gala Ball 50€
Two-way Airport Transfer 30€
Extra Night 55€
T-Shirt 20€
Tote bag 15€
Trip to Kakheti 45€
Where?
Tbilisi, Georgia
Accommodation
Denis Hotel, Tbilisi
Maximum number of participants
35
Date of arrival
18/07/2026
Date of departure
25/07/2026
Academic Partner
National Intellectual Property Center of Georgia
Complexity of Academic Programme
Introductory
Academic Programme

Summer ELSA Law School Tbilisi on Intellectual Property Law offers a program covering key areas of IP law, including Copyright, Trademark, Patent, and Digital Rights. Participants will engage in lectures, workshops, and case studies, gaining both theoretical knowledge and practical insights. In cooperation with the National Intellectual Property Center of Georgia, the program provides a unique opportunity to learn from international experts and explore the complexities of IP law in the digital era.

Here is the draft Academic Programme of our SELS (subject to change):

Saturday

  • None (arrivals) 

Sunday

  • None 

Monday 

  • General Overview of Intellectual Property Rights
  • General Overview of Copyright and Related Rights Limitations and Exceptions on Copyright 
  • Collective Management of Copyright and Related Rights

Tuesday 

  • General Overview of Trademarks
  • Absolute Grounds for Refusal of Trademarks 
  • Identifying Likelihood of Confusion of Trademarks/Practical Examples 
  • Well-known Trademarks/Bad Faith and Trademarks registration in the EU

Wednesday 

  • Protection of Geographical Indications in Georgia
  • Border Measures of Trademarks and Enforcement Mechanisms 
  • Current Trends in Georgia Scope of Protection of Designs
  • Registration Procedures
  • Protection Mechanisms

Thursday 

  • The Importance of Innovation in the Modern World 
  • General Overview of Inventions and Utility Models 
  • Patent Infringement and Enforcement Mechanisms
  • Georgian Innovation and Technology Agency Functions and Activities

Friday 

  • International Aspects of IP
  • World Intellectual Property Organisation – Functions and Activities
  • Visit to Sakpatenti Head Office

Saturday

  • None (departures)
Contact
lawschools@ge.elsa.org
Apply here