Fashion & Apparel Confab-ulous

Please join us for our upcoming 

Fashion & Apparel Confab-ulous
Networking Event

When: June 9, 2009, 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Where: Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
30 Rockefeller Plaza, Suite 2400, New York, NY 10012

Our Confabs are informal networking events where you can "meet and greet" your peers in the industry followed by a short "hot topic" presentation by various industry experts.

5:30 – 6:30 Networking, Networking, Networking – Hors d’oeuvres and drinks

6:30 – 7:00 The Design Piracy Prohibition Act: Change Fashion Needs Copyright and Fashion Design at the Crossroads in 2009

In April, designers Jason Wu, Narciso Rodriguez, Maria Cornejo and Thakoon Panichgul –- all of whom have been worn by First Lady Michelle Obama –- traveled to Washington for one day to lobby Congress for support of the bill. On April 30, 2009, the "Design Piracy Prohibition Act" was officially reintroduced in U.S. House of Representatives. This bill, if enacted, would amend Chapter 13 of the U.S. Copyright Act and grant fashion designs a three-year term of protection, based on registration with the U.S. Copyright Office. Currently, fashion design does not receive explicit protection under U.S. copyright law and protection of certain types of apparel designs can only be found through trademark and patent law. This confab will discuss the proposed bill and its impact on the fashion industry both positive and negative.

Questions? Contact Amy Romaker at aromaker@sheppardmullin.com or 858.720.7403

To RSVP please click here.

Fashion Week Seminar

Fashion Week Seminar on February 19, 2009 5:30 - 8:00 p.m.

Location:
Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
30 Rockefeller Plaza, Suite 2900
New York, New York 10012

Agenda:
5:30 - 6:30 Networking, Networking, Networking - Hors d'oeuvres and drinks
6:30 - 8:00 Program of Hot Topics

What's 'in,' what's 'out' and what to look for in 2009

  • Celebrity Endorsements and Fashion: What Is New?
  • What You Need to Know About Song-Beverly Class Actions: Can They Happen Outside of California?
  • Internet Auctions After eBay v. Tiffany and Auction Cases in Europe: Vive La Difference
  • What Every Fashionista Should Know About Bankruptcy: Purchasing Distressed Fashion Assets

Click on the following for presentation materials from our Fashion Week event:

Internet Auctions After Tiffany v. eBay and Auction Cases In Europe

What Every Fashionista Should Know About Bankruptcy: Purchasing Distressed Fashion Assets

Fashion & Apparel Confabs

Fashion & Apparel Confab-ulous Networking Event on December 9, 2008 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Location:
Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP
30 Rockefeller Plaza, Suite 2400
New York, New York 10012

Agenda:
5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Networking, Networking, Networking - Hors d'oeuvres and drinks
6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Finance and Bankruptcy Suddenly in Fashion? What You Need to Know to Protect Yourself and Maximize on the Trend in the Current Marketplace.

The uncertain economy is taking a toll on everyone. The Fashion Apparel and Accessory Industry is no exception. Because designers and companies are increasingly faced with having to deal with financially distressed and challenged resources, suppliers, manufacturers, retailers and licensees, Sheppard Mullin's Finance and Bankruptcy professionals will help you identify and analyze distressed situations, provide you with a variety of legal strategies and tactics to assist you in minimzing your risks and exposure in dealing with distressed entities, and maximizing your returns and the business opportunities presented in these difficult times.

Click on the following for presentation materials from our Confab-ulous Event:

Bankruptcy Suddenly In Fashion?

FutureFashion

The Sheppard Mullin Fashion & Apparel team represented Inform Ventures, producer and niche marketing/advertising agency that works closely with the fashion industry, in connection with the production of the documentary. The documentary called "FutureFashion" showcased top designers presenting cutting-edge, eco-friendly fashions. The documentary was underwritten by Lexus.

Click here to view the documentary.

Fashion Week Seminar

Fashion Week Seminar on September 9, 2008 5:30 - 8:00 p.m.

Location:
Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP
30 Rockefeller Plaza, Suite 2400
New York, New York 10012

Agenda:
Don't Trip on the Catwalk Hot Legal Topics Facing the Fashion Industry this Fall

  • Virtual Fashion: What Every Fashionista Needs To Know About Fashion in the Virtual World
  • You're Either In or You're Out - Online Sales Tax Issues in New York
  • Covering Your Ads - An Advertising Clearance Checklist Before Your Ad Campaign Launches
  • Going Green - Claim Substantiation for "Green" Products
  • Gift Cards - So Many Rules So Little Time -Are You Gift Card Safe?

Fashion & Apparel Confabs

Fashion & Apparel Confab-ulous Networking Event on March 11, 2008 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Location:
Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP
30 Rockefeller Plaza, Suite 2400
New York, New York 10012

Agenda:
5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Networking, Networking, Networking – Hors d'oeuvres and drinks
6:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. When is a Favor a Felony? The Foreign Corrupt Practices Act and Commercial Bribery Law under New York and California Law.

Once regarded as the “cost of doing business,” the act of “greasing the palm” or giving money or gifts to someone to get favored treatment or something done may result in criminal liability under federal or state law. The Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) is a federal law that prohibits individuals and businesses from bribing foreign government officials. New York and California commercial bribery law criminalizes the giving or receiving (or offering or soliciting) of “any benefit” without the consent of the receiver’s employer, with the intent of influencing the receiver’s business conduct.

If your company is doing business in New York, California or abroad, you should carefully examine whether you have effective policies and procedures in place to manage risks under these anti-bribery statutes. Careless behavior and allegations of bribery can subject your company to the risk of a law enforcement investigation, a public relations nightmare, and the potentially high cost of an internal and law enforcement investigation and possible prosecution in multiple jurisdictions under the FCPA and Commercial Bribery laws.

Click on the following for presentation materials from our Confab-ulous Event:

Recognizing Commercial Bribery in New York

When is a Favor a Felony?

Fashion Week Seminar

Fashion Week Seminar on February 12, 2008 5:30 - 8:00 p.m.

Location:
Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP
30 Rockefeller Plaza, Suite 2400
New York, New York 10012

Agenda:
5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Networking, Networking, Networking - Hors d'oeuvres and drinks.
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Crimes of Fashion: Counterfeiting and Infringement in the Virtual World

We are living in a virtual world. Cyberspace is increasingly being used by those who want to create a "Second Life" or trade upon illusion by selling counterfeit or infringing goods. Counterfeiting costs the global economy more than $100 billion every year. "Second Life" is reported to support an economy of over $2 million U.S. in counterfeits per day and $1.3 million U.S. in total goods paid in Linden dollars per day. The Internet provides a faceless marketplace and many hidden alleys for trademark and copyright counterfeiters and infringers. As the urgent problems of online fraud, piracy, counterfeiting, infringement and brand abuse proliferate, brand owners need to be prepared to stop infringers and counterfeiters with more than just "cease and desist" letters. This seminar will discuss the global issues involved in protecting rights on the Internet.

Speakers:
Our speakers for this event are three experts in the field:

LEN GLICKMAN
Cassels Brock

STEPHEN SIDKIN
Fox Williams

TED MAX
Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP

Click on the following for presentation materials from Fashion Week Seminar:

Crimes of Fashion: Counterfeiting Infringement in the Virtual World

Beer, Healthcare And Anti-Counterfeiting In Canada: Two Out Of Three Aint't Bad

Fashion & Apparel Confabs

Fashion & Apparel Confab-ulous Networking Event on January 8, 2008 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Location:
Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP
30 Rockefeller Plaza, Suite 2400
New York, New York 10012

Agenda:
5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Networking, Networking, Networking – Hors d'oeuvres and drinks
6:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Hot Topic: Blueprint for Success - Negotiating Key Lease Provisions and Making the Deal Happen: Issues that can make a Difference Anywhere...

  • Noncompete Clauses
  • Tenant Improvements
  • Operating Expenses
  • Delivery Delays
  • Assignment & Subletting the Space
  • HVAC at Night and on Weekends
  • Termination and Surrender

New York & California...

  • Landmarked Buildings
  • Proposition 13

Click on the following for presentation materials from Fashion and Apparel Confabs seminar:

Blueprint for Success: Negotiating Key Lease Provisions and Making the Deal Happen

Next Confab – Tuesday, March 11, 2008

Fashion & Apparel Confabs

Fashion & Apparel Confab-ulous Networking Event November 13, 2007, 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Networking, Networking, Networking - Hors d'oeuvres and drinks.

Hot Topic: Licensing - As economies continue to become more global and brand extension and expansion are fostered through the media, businesses seek to maximize their market penetration through licensing. This presentation will discuss licensing, the reasons why licensing works, the importance of structure and chemistry, the basics of a licensing agreement, and what to consider when negotiating licensing agreements.

Next Confab: January 8, 2008

Click on the following for presentation materials from Fashion and Apparel Confabs seminar:

Licensing

Your Passport to Going Global

Sheppard Mullin's Fashion & Apparel Team

Presents

Your Passport to Going Global

11th of September, 2007 - Our Complimentary Fashion Week legal seminar will cover the topics you need to know if you plan to do business in China, Europe and Latin America.  Hear legal experts from around the world cover issues including joint venture, manufacturing and licensing agreements, intellectual property protection, taxation and trade regulation.

Click on the following for presentation materials from Your Passport to Going Global:

Your Passport To China Fashion

Doing The Fashion Business In Italy

Mexican Regulation Applicable To Fashion & Apparel