Property: Intellectual and Real

3 credits · Law School

A basic survey of the law of property with emphasis on real estate; estates in land; divided interests; adverse possession; introduction to future interests; landlord-tenant; commercial transfers of land, including the real estate contract, the deed, the recording system and title insurance, restriction of land use through private arrangement and public regulation. This course also explores fundamental concepts in American intellectual property law, more particularly copyright, trademark, patent and trade secret law. We will see how those rights are created, when and how to apply for or register them when this is necessary or useful, the scope of protection they offer, and applicable exceptions. We will also briefly explore international aspects. [3]