مهدی مهدیان مقدم

In recent decades, there has been significant growth in the establishment of specialized judicial bodies for intellectual property (IP) in both developed and developing countries. This phenomenon is examined from two perspectives in the present study. Initially, using documentary and library research methods, the study explores the foundations and reasons for judicial specialization in intellectual property. Subsequently, it addresses the various implementation models of this policy, highlighting the challenges and considerations that must be taken into account when creating these judicial bodies.

The findings indicate several key reasons for establishing these specialized courts, including the need to align with international developments and practices, the importance of protecting and effectively enforcing intellectual property rights in international trade, the critical role of IP rights in fostering technological and economic growth, the technical complexities and extensive, often ambiguous legal requirements of IP law, the goals of improving the efficiency and quality of IP litigation, the emphasis on judicial specialization from a policy-making perspective, and the public demand for better processes and dispute resolution mechanisms in this legal area.

After examining the current shortcomings and considering the financial, human, and jurisdictional capacities, as well as learning from other countries' experiences, the study identifies several challenges and considerations for implementing this policy. These include defining the >The study concludes that designing an appropriate model for judicial specialization in intellectual property requires considering various diverse aspects that extend beyond IP alone. Decisions regarding each of the aforementioned considerations are crucial in shaping the creation of these judicial bodies. The study's findings and recommendations can serve as a foundation for designing an effective model for establishing specialized IP judicial bodies in Iran.