George Town, Grand Cayman – The Cayman Islands Chamber of Commerce is proud to
announce the next installment in its acclaimed Legal Assist training series: “Intellectual
Property”, a dynamic two-hour course designed to equip entrepreneurs, creatives, and
business professionals with the tools to protect and leverage their ideas.

Set for Thursday 19 June, this course is part of the Legal Assist programme—an initiative
generously offered by legal professionals from HSM, one of the Cayman Islands’ leading
law firms. The programme provides accessible, high-quality legal education to the local
business community, helping participants navigate complex legal topics without the
burden of hefty legal fees

Why Intellectual Property Matters

In today’s innovation-driven economy, intellectual property is more than just legal
jargon—it’s a business asset. Whether it’s a logo, a product design, a unique invention, or
original content, IP can be the cornerstone of a brand’s identity and competitive edge.
Yet, many businesses and creators remain unaware of how to properly protect these
valuable assets.

Photo Caption: Mrinali Menon, Senior Intellectual Property Manager at HSM

This course will demystify the essentials of IP, covering:

Trademarks (logos, trade dress, word marks)

• Patents
• Designs
• Copyrights

Participants will gain a clear understanding of the types of protection available under
Cayman Islands law, as well as insights into global IP safeguarding strategies. By the end of the session, attendees will be empowered to recognize, protect, and strategically manage their intellectual property.

Meet the Expert: Mrinali Menon

Leading the session is Mrinali Menon, Senior Intellectual Property Manager at HSM. With
over nine years of international legal experience spanning New York, India, and the
Cayman Islands, Mrinali brings a wealth of knowledge and a global perspective to the
classroom. She oversees HSM IP’s team and manages extensive IP portfolios for clients
across the Caribbean and beyond.

Mrinali holds a Master of Laws (LL.M.) from Columbia Law School, where she also served
as a part-time instructor in IP and Technology Law, and a Bachelor of Laws (B.A. LL.B.)
from Symbiosis Law School, India. Her passion for education and IP law makes her an
exceptional guide for this course.

About Legal Assist

The Legal Assist series is a cornerstone of the Chamber’s commitment to supporting
Cayman’s business community. Each course is crafted to deliver practical, actionable
legal knowledge in areas such as employment law, immigration, estate planning, and
now, intellectual property

Thanks to the generosity of HSM’s legal team, these sessions are offered at a fraction of
the cost of traditional legal consultations.

Register Today
Don’t miss this opportunity to protect what you’ve worked hard to create. Whether you’re
launching a startup, building a brand, or simply curious about your rights, this course is
for you.

For more information, contact Training and Events Coordinator Emily Sintorn on 743-
9126 or email [email protected]

Register now! https://web.caymanchamber.ky/atlas/events-v4/register/6376

Location: Chamber of Commerce Conference Centre Governor’s Square, West Bay Road

Duration: 2 hours: 9:00 – 11:00 AM

Facilitator: Mrinali Menon, HSM.