Taft partner Marcus Harris will moderate the panel “Safeguarding and Upholding Intellectual Property in Emerging Digital Landscapes” at ITechLaw’s 2025 World Technology Law Conference in San Diego. The panel is scheduled for May 15 at 1:10 p.m. PDT and will bring together legal professionals to discuss the evolving challenges of protecting intellectual property (IP) as digital technologies, including artificial intelligence, rapidly transform business and regulatory environments.

The ITechLaw World Technology Law Conference, taking place May 14–16, convenes leading practitioners, in-house counsel, and academics from around the world to explore global legal frameworks and trends in technology law. This year’s agenda highlights topics such as AI, cybersecurity, data protection, and IP law, providing insight into the legal issues shaping the digital economy.

Harris focuses his practice on technology and software law, including drafting and negotiating enterprise software licenses, SaaS agreements, and handling disputes related to failed software implementations. He regularly advises clients on IP strategy, data privacy, and the legal aspects of technology procurement. Before joining Taft, Marcus served as in-house counsel at major software companies, where he managed intellectual property portfolios and oversaw complex litigation. His experience includes representing clients in high-profile disputes with software vendors and advising on regulatory compliance and risk management in digital transformation initiatives.

Harris’ participation as moderator reflects Taft’s ongoing commitment to thought leadership in technology law and to supporting clients navigating the complexities of intellectual property protection in a rapidly changing digital landscape.