Tim Maloney and Tim Levstik, each Partners in the firm's Litigation Practice Group, were invited speakers at a seminar held on May 15 in Helsinki, Finland. The seminar, which drew executives from many European food companies, addressed various intellectual property issues relating to the globalization of the food industry. Mr. Maloney and Mr. Levstik spoke regarding patent litigation procedures and strategies in the United States, the implementation of effective licensing programs, and the avoidance of patent rights of competitors. They were asked to participate in recognition of the firm's considerable experience handling patent litigation and licensing matters relating to food and beverage technologies.