Datta Center for High Tech Law - DCHTL

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The Datta Center for High Tech Law (DCHTL)'s "Intellectual Property Law: How It Started, How It’s Going" conference held at Santa Clara University School of Law brought together leading voices in to reflect on how the field has evolved and where it’s headed next.

If you couldn’t join us (or would like to revisit your favorite moments), we’ve shared the photos and panel videos from the event.

Take a look at the recap here: https://law.scu.edu/centers/hightech/datta-center-for-high-tech-law-news/2026/intellectual-property-law-how-it-started-how-its-going-conference-recap.html

Thank you to our speakers, attendees, and community that made this event such a success.

“Intellectual Property Law: How It Started, How It’s Going” Conference Recap On January 30, 2026, the Datta Center for High Tech Law hosted our highly anticipated Intellectual Property Law: How It Started, How It’s Going conference. It was a remarkable event celebrating 50 years of the Copyright Act of 1976, alongside other key milestones in U.S. intellectual property law,...

How it Started vs. How it's Going: Professor Sharon Sandeen Edition

How it started: High school graduation
How it’s going: Soon to be retired (July 2026)

Professor Sandeen will be speaking on the "How it Started" panel at Santa Clara University School of Law's Conference TOMORROW!

Don't miss out, register now: https://law.scu.edu/centers/hightech/htli-email/ip-conference/

How it Started vs. How it's Going: Professor Tyler Ochoa Edition

How it started: Professor Ochoa in 1976, as a new chapter in law begins.

How it’s going: Professor Ochoa, Santa Clara University School of Law law expert, will moderate the "How it Started" panel at our upcoming Intellectual Property Conference on January 30.

Register now and join us on a journey from the past to the future of : https://law.scu.edu/centers/hightech/htli-email/ip-conference/