The New gTLD Application and Objection Process

Presentation/Roundtable Discussion

June 20, 2012

Leading Australian law firm Corrs Chambers Westgarth hosted Partner Andrea L. Calvaruso via videoconference for a presentation and roundtable discussion regarding the new top level domains. Ms. Calvaruso provided guidance to executives and in-house attorneys from leading Australian companies regarding protection of brands in an expanding Internet environment. The presentation included an overview of the new top level domain model and how it may impact businesses, new enforcement issues associated with gTLDs and best practices to protect brands throughout the objection period and beyond.