07/07/2026
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The Bureau of Copyright and Related Rights (BCRR), in partnership with the Integrated Bar of the Philippines โ Quezon City Chapter (IBP-QC), successfully conducted the Copyright Forum on 29 June 2026 at B Hotel Quezon City, 14 Scout Rallos St., Quezon City.
This whole-day preliminary workshop was held for lawyers who would subsequently assist during the Legal Aid Clinic, providing them with updated knowledge and practical understanding of recent developments and key issues in Philippine copyright law.
The following resource speakers led sessions on:
Recent Developments in Philippine Copyright Law, Policy and Jurisprudence
- Atty. Nicole Joy R. Regencia (IPOPHL-BCRR)
Rights of Copyright Holders and Registration Process
- Atty. Exequiel D. Valerio (IPOPHL-BCRR)
Copyright in the Digital Environment
- Atty. Rowell D. Ilagan (IBP-QC)
Copyright Litigation Strategies
- Atty. Antonio Miguel C. Lu (IBP-QC)
Defenses in Copyright Law
- Atty. Jeffrey B. Constantino (IBP-QC)
The activity opened with welcome messages from IPOPHL Deputy Director General Atty. Ann Claire Credo-Cabochan and IBP-QC President Atty. Rowell D. Ilagan. Meanwhile, Director Atty. Emerson G. Cuyo concluded the event and delivered the closing remarks for IPOPHL-BCRR.
Through these expert-led discussions, participants were able to enhance their legal competence and strengthen their capacity to address copyright-related concerns, copyright disputes, and emerging issues affecting rights holders and stakeholders in the creative industries.
The BCRR extends its sincere gratitude to the IBP-Quezon City Chapter, our resource speakers, and all participants for making this activity a success.
