IP Frameworks in Contracts for Emerging Technologies
From Tech Talks by Mayer Brown by Mayer Brown
January 16, 2026 · 28 min
About this episode
The episode discusses structuring IP frameworks in contracts to foster innovation in emerging technologies.
In this episode of Tech Talks, Mayer Brown partners Julian Dibbell, Brad Peterson, and Spencer Glende explore how companies can structure IP frameworks in contracts to support innovation in emerging technologies. They discuss why traditional contracting approaches often fall short in high-uncertainty environments and outline practical strategies—such as joint governance, flexibility, and aligned incentives—to help parties collaborate effectively and maximize long-term value. Show notes: 00:02 Introduction to IP Frameworks in Contracts for Emerging Technologies 2:00 Defining "emerging technology" 5:21 IP Contracting Perspective 11:09 How to build IP frameworks 12:19 Key 1: Clarity of Common Purpose 13:49 Key 2: Mechanism of Joint Steering Committees 19:26 Key 3: Maximizing Innovation Value 22:26 Key 4: Element of Flexibility and Optionality 26:24 Key Takeaways
People in this episode
Host: Mayer Brown
Guests: Julian Dibbell, Brad Peterson, Spencer Glende
Topics covered
- IP frameworks
- contracts
- emerging technologies
- innovation
- collaboration
Keywords
- IP frameworks
- contracts
- emerging technologies
- innovation
- collaboration
- joint governance
- flexibility
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