Womble Bond Dickinson Partner Brendan O’Dea will be speaking on a panel at a joint New York Intellectual Property Association (NYIPLA) and New York City Bar Association event hosted by Columbia University for undergraduate students interested in careers in intellectual property.  

O’Dea will discuss design patent protection and the new design patent practitioner bar.  

Understanding Intellectual Property will give students the chance to explore the fascinating world of IP law and gain insights directly from experienced practitioners. The virtual event takes place Thursday, Nov. 21.