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Geospatial Technology and Spatial Thinking in IP and Trade Secret Litigation: Evidence, Analysis, and Risk

Explores geospatial technology applications in IP litigation, covering GPS evidence authentication, satellite imagery admissibility, and spatial data fundamentals.
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Geospatial Evidence Strategies for IP Litigation

2026-01-28 13:00:00

Participants will learn to leverage GPS, satellite imagery, and GIS data as compelling evidence in intellectual property and trade secret disputes. These skills enable attorneys to authenticate location-based evidence and present powerful visual proof of infringement or misappropriation.

Format

CLE Credit

2h CLE Credits

Level

Intermediate

Length

2

Key topics that will be covered

01
Authentication Framework
Master the six-step process for authenticating geospatial evidence under Federal Rules.
02
Evidence Applications
Use satellite imagery and GPS data to prove timing, scope, and scale of misappropriation.
03
Discovery Strategy
Integrate geospatial data into ESI protocols, preservation, and protective orders early in litigation.
04
Data Quality
Evaluate who collected data, at what scale, and whether it can be trusted.
05
Spatial Thinking
Apply geographic analysis to identify patterns, relationships, and trends in legal disputes.
06
Risk Mitigation
Address licensing restrictions, privacy concerns, and the line between enhancement and manipulation.

Program schedule

clock 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm EST

Geospatial Technology in IP and Trade Secret Litigation

This session explores how GPS, satellite imagery, mapping tools, and geofencing data are transforming intellectual property and trade secret litigation. Attendees will learn about discovery strategies, authentication requirements under key cases like Lorraine v. Markel, and how to leverage location-based evidence to establish misappropriation, competitive activity, and damages while navigating compliance considerations.

Jim KofordJim Koford
clock 2:10 pm - 3:10 pm EST

Spatial Thinking and Geospatial Data in Practice

This session provides a foundational understanding of geospatial technologies including GIS, remote sensing, and GPS/GNSS systems, explaining why they matter for addressing complex societal challenges. Participants will explore transformative trends shaping the industry—from cloud computing to AI-enabled analysis—and discover the essential skills needed for success in leveraging spatial thinking for legal and professional applications.

Jim KofordJim Koford

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ID2.0
IL2.0
IN2.0
KS2.0
KY2.0
LA2.0
MA2.0
MD2.0
ME2.0
MI2.0
MN2.0
MO2.4
MS2.0
MT2.0
NC2.0
ND2.0
NE2.0
NH120.0
NJ2.4
NM2.0
NV2.0
NY2.0
OH2.0
OK2.5
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PA2.0
RI2.5
SC2.0
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VT2.0
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WV2.4
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