On the edge—intellectual property law for insolvency practitioners

Table of contents

• Introduction to the On the edge series
• Why is intellectual property relevant to insolvency practitioners and their staff?
• What are some examples of the type of insolvency situations where IP issues arise? How can insolvency practitioners and their staff spot an IP issue?
• What steps can insolvency practitioners take to protect themselves from liability?
• What are the key issues for licensees with an insolvent licensor?
• What sort of precautions can a licensee take when originally entering into a licence of IP so as to protect its position on insolvency of the licensor?
• Do you have any advice for someone who is buying IP assets from an insolvent company?
• What are the main laws and regulations governing this area?

Article summary

Restructuring & Insolvency analysis: In the second of a series of guides highlighting areas of legislation that may not fall within the everyday work of insolvency practitioners, Brett Israel, a partner, and Pippa Hill, a senior associate, both at Wragge Lawrence Graham & Co LLP, offer guidance on intellectual property (IP) law.