A delegation of government officials, business leaders, attorneys and judges from 25 countries visits Pierce Law today to as part of a U.S. State Department-sponsored tour. Participants are examining intellectual property rights in the United States and the role and responsibility of the international public and private sectors in implementing and enforcing higher intellectual property standards.

In addition to discussing intellectual property rights, Pierce Law faculty will distribute and discuss IP capacity building tools and strategies. Members of the delegation will meet with students at a reception sponsored by the International Intellectual Property Organization (IIPO) and the Graduate Programs office.