Legal Summit Powered by Kinstellar
Join us for the first ever Legal Summit at the Game Developers Session!
13 December 2024 12-18 p.m.
The Legal Summit is a unique event at the GDS Prague, aimed at bringing together representatives of the video game industry and legal experts from different countries dealing with the legal and business aspects of the sector to exchange experience and insights on current developments and challenges within the sector.
Legal Mixer
The Legal Summit will be followed by drinks at the Legal Mixer by Kinstellar from 6 pm, where you will have the opportunity to meet legal experts from the Legal Summit and discuss legal challenges in the video game industry.
The Legal Mixer will be held at the GDS Meeting Zone on the 1.floor.
Legal Summit Speakers
Visit the number of talks that are presented by the guest speakers of the Legal Summit at GDS Prague.
Petr Bratský
Legal
O řečníkovi
Petr Bratský je vedoucím advokátem v mezinárodní advokátní kanceláři Kinstellar a odborníkem na ochranu dat, IP a právo videoher. Zaměřuje se na poskytování komplexního poradenství mezinárodním i lokálním klientům ve všech právních aspektech videoher. Petr má rovněž významné zkušenosti v oblasti mediálního a filmového práva, zastupoval významné produkční společnosti ve všech fázích filmové produkce a v regulatorních záležitostech. Je členem mezinárodní organizace Video Game Bar Association.
Další přednášky
Tomasz Gadomski
11 bit studios
Are free Internet tools really free? Can we truly use free textures, images or other IP in our game? Do you use Adobe Creative Cloud, Chat GPT, or Midjourney while creating your game or marketing content? Have you read terms & conditions or just clicked 'agree'. If the latter - this speech is for you. We will review the legal risks hidden in terms of AI tools as well as we will talk about how to use free IP (Creative Commons licenses, public domain etc.) to our benefit or demise.
O řečníkovi
Legal Expert at 11 bit studio and lecturer of MBA class on Management of IP at PJATK Academy in Warsaw. Being both games and TV addict combines hands-on experience in intellectual property law with passion for media and pop-culture. What brings him the most joy is the ever growing list of movies on IMDB.com he was legal advisor for.
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Martina Bacikova
Sparring
Czech and US attorneys discuss how EU gaming companies can successfully engage with US clients. Through real-world examples and stories from contractual negotiations, they’ll explore common mistakes in cross-border agreements and offer practical tips for navigating legal and cultural differences. This engaging session, followed by an informal Q&A, promises insights for companies looking to build strong partnerships and find long-term clients in the US market.
O řečníkovi
Czech attorney-at-law with a passion for IP/IT law and AI, focusing on provision of the legal services to start-ups, IT companies, software and app developers but also to artists, graphic designers, media and content creators. Martina advised the clients with various types of service, supply and software development agreements, SLAs, terms of use or terms and conditions and in the field of M&A transactions through the sectors such as software and technology development.
Martin Repka
Sparring
Czech and US attorneys discuss how EU gaming companies can successfully engage with US clients. Through real-world examples and stories from contractual negotiations, they’ll explore common mistakes in cross-border agreements and offer practical tips for navigating legal and cultural differences. This engaging session, followed by an informal Q&A, promises insights for companies looking to build strong partnerships and find long-term clients in the US market.
O řečníkovi
New York attorney focusing on commercial contracts, corporate governance, and emerging technology. Martin guided numerous startups and software agencies in their expansion into the US market, helped them set up their operations and negotiate contracts with large customers.
Nav Sunner
Navatron
For many years, we have enjoyed TV series and movies based on video games. Take, for instance The Last of Us, Assassin's Creed, Fallout or soon to be released A Minecraft Movie. Contract drafts presented to developers by studios often contain legal pitfalls for the developer. How to prepare for them and what to pay attention to? In this panel we will discuss whether it is possible to negotiate a reasonable deal between a studio and a video game developer and how to prepare for negotiations.
O řečníkovi
Nav Sunner is the founder of a video games legal and business consultancy called ‘Navatron’. Has been involved with the video games industry since early 90’s. Has acted as both in-house counsel and external adviser for a variety of companies in the industry including some of the largest developers, publishers and service companies. Nav also holds advisory and board positions for some video game developers and publishers and gets involved in the acquisitions and IPO's of video games businesses.
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Pavel Hrdý
Kinstellar
Dark patterns are manipulative strategies designed to trick individuals into making decisions they would not normally make. In video games, these tactics often aim to drive in-game purchases and promote excessive gameplay. As this landscape continues to evolve, our experts will examine the use of dark patterns in games and highlight the shared themes in the regulatory frameworks of the EU and the UK.
O řečníkovi
Pavel Hrdý is an Associate in the Prague office of Kinstellar. He is a member of the M&A and the TMT team. He specialises in data governance, consumer protection and video games law. Pavel is an avid fan of video games and outside of work he enjoys playing Dota 2, God of War, Jedi Survivor and the Lego series.
Laetitia Nicolazzi
Linklaters
Dark patterns are manipulative strategies designed to trick individuals into making decisions they would not normally make. In video games, these tactics often aim to drive in-game purchases and promote excessive gameplay. As this landscape continues to evolve, our experts will examine the use of dark patterns in games and highlight the shared themes in the regulatory frameworks of the EU and the UK.
O řečníkovi
Laetitia is a Managing Associate in the Paris IP team at international law firm Linklaters. As a member of the Paris and New York bar, Laetitia assists and represents her clients in all intellectual property (trademarks, patents, copyrights), art law and commercial and consumer protection law areas. She has a strong expertise in the video game industry and focuses also on topics related to Web3, Metaverse, NFTs and influencers.
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Nick Allan
Legal
Dark patterns are manipulative strategies designed to trick individuals into making decisions they would not normally make. In video games, these tactics often aim to drive in-game purchases and promote excessive gameplay. As this landscape continues to evolve, our experts will examine the use of dark patterns in games and highlight the shared themes in the regulatory frameworks of the EU and the UK.
O řečníkovi
Nick is a video games lawyer and a partner at Mishcon de Reya in London. Nick’s practice focuses on the $200 billion global video games industry, including PC, console, mobile, web-browser and VR/AR games. Has been recognised by Chambers and Partners and the Legal 500 as a leading practitioner in respect of video games. Nick specialises in contract negotiations, including development, publishing and licensing deals, as well as advice in respect of intellectual property and regulatory matters.
Lukáš Mrázik
Kinstellar
Dark patterns are manipulative strategies designed to trick individuals into making decisions they would not normally make. In video games, these tactics often aim to drive in-game purchases and promote excessive gameplay. As this landscape continues to evolve, our experts will examine the use of dark patterns in games and highlight the shared themes in the regulatory frameworks of the EU and the UK.
O řečníkovi
Lukáš Mrázik is a Managing Associate in Bratislava office, the co-head of the firm-wide Data & Cybersecurity service line and a member of Kinstellar´s Interactive Entertainment and Gaming group . He focuses on the Technology and Media & Telecommunications , with particular expertise in data protection and IP. Lukáš also enjoys playing World of Tanks and is a listed legal advisor to the Slovak Game Developer Association.
Roman Romanovsky
Wargaming
We will focus on various forms of microtransactions, especially on loot boxes and sales of in-game currency and related regulatory challenges and consumer protection issues. Roman will provide a unique perspective of an experienced in-house lawyer who will outline how to be compliant as a developer with ever increasing consumer and other regulations and will also touch upon the recent BEUC Report on unfair TCs applied by video game companies.
O řečníkovi
Roman is a Senior Counsel working for Wargaming, the developer and publisher of the multiplayer online games World of Tanks and World of Warships. He focuses on monetization, payments, and consumer protection law and has been working in the video games industry for over ten years.
Matěj Večeřa
Kinstellar
M&A in the video game industry present unique challenges for companies on the sell-side. Navigating a successful M&A transaction requires a deep understanding of the market, IP related issues and regulatory considerations. Our experts from four different countries will discuss key strategies and best practices for video game companies preparing for a sale. Understanding the intricacies of the sell-side process can make the difference between a successful exit and missed opportunity.
O řečníkovi
Matěj is a Senior Associate in the Prague office of international law firm Kinstellar. He focuses on M&A, corporate and private equity, including Tech M&A transactions. Also has experience in video game transactions and was recently included among the rising stars of Czech advocacy.
Michał Pękała
Rymarz Zdort Maruta
M&A in the video game industry present unique challenges for companies on the sell-side. Navigating a successful M&A transaction requires a deep understanding of the market, IP related issues and regulatory considerations. Our experts from four different countries will discuss key strategies and best practices for video game companies preparing for a sale. Understanding the intricacies of the sell-side process can make the difference between a successful exit and missed opportunity.
O řečníkovi
An advocate, a partner and head of the Video Games & Entertainment practice of Rymarz Zdort Maruta. Has extensive experience in advising entities from the video game industry such as developers, publishers, industry investors, asset providers, freelancers, and influencers, as well as e-sports teams. Also advises on financing transactions for gaming entities and is a legal expert for WIPO (World Intellectual Property Organisation) in relation to video games.
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Martina Kotyková
IPO CZ
V příspěvku bude představena služba IP scan, která podnikům pomůže identifikovat svá práva duševního vlastnictví a pomůže začlenit strategii IP do svého obchodního plánu. Cílem služby IP scan je poskytnout návod, jak zaregistrovat a využít své duševní vlastnictví nyní i v budoucnosti.
O řečníkovi
Ing. Martina Kotyková, Ph.D. Pracuje jako vedoucí oddělení podpory ochrany inovací na Úřadu průmyslového vlastnictví, je členkou kolegia předsedy ÚPV. Vytvořila efektivní síť poskytovatelů služeb IP scan. Je propagátorkou služeb alternativního řešení sporů o duševní vlastnictví. Její publikace Právní ochrana grafických uživatelských rozhraní je dostupná i v knihovně kongresu USA.
Jaroslav Menčík
MAVERICKS
Vyvíjíte nejlepší videohru všech dob, ale bojíte se právních nástrah, které vás čekají? Už nemusíte! GDS pořádá právní poradnu s videoherním právníkem, který vám ochotně zodpoví všechny vaše otázky, ať už jste malé nezávislé studio pracující na své první hře, nebo zkušený tým vyvíjející AAA titul. Přednáška je realizována v rámci projektu Podpora podnikavosti, který je součástí Národního plánu obnovy, komponenty 1.4. Digitální ekonomika a společnost, inovativní start-upy a nové technologie, financovaného z EU Nástroje pro oživení a odolnost.
O řečníkovi
Jaroslav je vedoucím videoherní praxe v advokátní kanceláři MAVERICKS se sídlem v Praze. Pravidelně poskytuje poradenství herním studiím, nezávislým vývojářům, vydavatelům a investorům v oblasti vydavatelských a investičních transakcí, otázek duševního vlastnictví, licencování a ochrany značky. Jaroslav pravidelně přednáší o videoherním právu na konferencích a univerzitách.
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