ABA Law Student Podcast

The Evolving Copyright Practice: From Static Rules to Global Strategy


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Copyright law used to be considered a quiet, "boutique" field—but things have changed. With the rise of AI and global digital marketplaces, copyright has transformed into a high-stakes battlefield. We sit down with Kristyn Webb, a copyright litigator at Fishman Stewart, to discuss how technology is rewriting the concept of ownership and why firms are desperate for new experts in "Soft IP".

In this episode, we cover:

  • The AI Revolution: How the legal world is grappling with training data, generated outputs, and the lack of global consensus on AI copyright.
  • Global Enforcement: Why copyright lawyers need to look beyond lawsuits and work with Customs and Border Protection to stop infringing goods before they enter the country.
  • The Human Element: The importance of understanding "moral rights" and protecting an artist's legacy (and immortality).
  • Career Advice: Why you shouldn't be discouraged if you don't land an IP job immediately, and how "side quests" like clerking can make you a better litigator.

Click here to view the episode transcript.


  • (00:00) - Introduction: Copyright Law’s Evolution in the Age of AI
  • (01:44) - Meet Kristyn Webb: Copyright Litigator & Soft IP Expert
  • (03:27) - Breaking into IP: A Non-Linear Career Path to Copyright Law
  • (05:11) - Future of IP: Concierge Services and Artificial Intelligence
  • (06:42) - Legal Job Market: The Growing Demand for Trademark & Copyright Attorneys
  • (08:44) - IP Strategy: Using Copyright for Border Enforcement & Brand Protection
  • (12:54) - Day in the Life: Litigating Diverse Cases from Cartoons to Digital Rights
  • (15:34) - Moral Rights & Legacy: The Human Element of Intellectual Property
  • (21:42) - Global Copyright: AI Training Data and International Jurisdiction
  • (25:03) - Student Resources: The Copyright Claims Board & Law School Clinics
  • (26:59) - Career Advice: Leveraging Clerkships and "Side Quests" for IP Jobs
  • (31:45) - Host Debrief: The Broad Scope of Copyrightable Works (including Dance)
  • (38:43) - Conclusion: Balancing Artistic Passion with Legal Career Practicality
  • ...more
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