The EUIPO expanding its mediation services and a new Riyadh office for Simmons & Simmons were also among the top talking points this week
A new dispute involving Mondelēz and Aldi, and a copyright ruling related to 'Eleanor’ Ford Mustangs were also among the top talking points this week
An AI copyright update in the UK and IP protection efforts by Temu and WeChat were also among the top talking points this week
The results of a UK government consultation on the exhaustion of IP rights and an annual review published by the EPO’s Boards of Appeal were also among the top talking points this week
The launch of a new IP insurance product and INTA hiring a former USPTO commissioner were also among the top talking points this week
A defeat for AstraZeneca and Open Innovation Network's 20th anniversary were also among the top talking points this week
China's latest IP litigation statistics and a high-profile hire by O'Melveny were also among the top talking points this week
Deals between five more law firms and President Trump and an antitrust lawsuit against Amgen were also among the top talking points this week
Ericsson joining Avanci Video as a licensor and the EUIPO's plans for AI use were also among the top talking points this week
OpenAI's latest arguments at the Delhi High Court and a victory for Under Armour were also among the top talking points this week
IP Inclusive’s 10-year celebration provides reasons to be positive in the face of troubling attacks against DEI initiatives
A copyright win for AI firm Anthropic and a new executive order against law firm Jenner & Block were also among the top talking points this week
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Sponsored by AJ ParkKate Giddens of AJ Park explains why it would be prudent to be aware of all factors that may affect the registration of your mark in New Zealand and considers the important role of the Māori Trade Mark Advisory Committee
Penelope Aspinall, of IP wellbeing charity Jonathan’s Voice, explains why managers should take a three-tiered approach to looking after workers’ mental health
A diversity pledge for in-house IP lawyers and well-known trademark recognition for Taj were also among the top talking points this week
More important FRAND decisions by the UK courts and a changing of the guard for Siemens’ IP team were among the top talking points this week
Barbara Lawton, a counsellor and mental health trainer at wellbeing charity Jonathan’s Voice, outlines tips for engaging with vulnerable people
Interviews; Exclusives
Interviews; Exclusives
On World Mental Health Day, Elizabeth Rimmer shares why legal wellbeing charity LawCare could be heading for its ‘moment in the sun’
Kathleen Gaynor, DEI specialist at Phillips Ormonde Fitzpatrick, says deliberate actions can help law firms reach diversity goals
The new head of Phillips Ormonde Fitzpatrick outlines his vision for the firm and explains why D&I measures need constant work
Naomi Pearce of Pearce IP shares how she is helping her firm become a life sciences leader and how generous policies have helped attract top talent
Each week Managing IP speaks to a different IP practitioner about their life and career
Annita Nugent, assistant director at IP Australia, says data collated by the office indicates that putting more women in leadership results in more IP
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Weekly take: Law firms must call out clients’ unethical behaviour
A lawyer firing Meta as a client has reinforced why the industry should not shy away from losing business from those with questionable ethical standards, even if it comes at a cost -
Weekly take: Why IP firms must act to alleviate ‘constant’ deadline pressure
To mark this year’s World Mental Health Day, IP Inclusive’s Andrea Brewster urges law firms to allow staff to prioritise their mental health without impunity -
Weekly take: Women rising stars must continue to be valued
More than half of the peer-nominated stars listed in this year’s ‘Ones to Watch’ list are women – let’s hope that recognition continues -
Weekly take: Law firm leaders must call out bias
Partners and other senior leaders must step up if they want diverse talent at their firms to thrive -
Weekly take: UPC judicial appointments shine spotlight on D&I
The UPC must be careful to maintain an equal gender balance among its judges after a spate of appointments weighed heavily in favour of men
We review the latest batch of IP STARS rankings, analyse a major law firm collaboration following the opening of India’s legal market, and look at why Canadian brands are promoting ‘Canadianness’
Etienne Sanz de Acedo discusses the association’s three-year plan, what he is looking forward to in San Diego, and why London came calling for 2026
Hugues Derème, director general of the Benelux IP Office, unveils his vision for the region, how to improve IP awareness, and use of AI
We look ahead to next month’s EMEA Awards, discussing the recently published shortlists, our research methodology and what makes the Awards special
We discuss how law firms are using AI, whether remote working has resulted in cost-savings, and what corporate counsel want from their advisers when it comes to DEI
One of Managing IP’s most influential people in IP for 2024, Hurtado Rivas discusses mental health in the profession, the changing role of a trademark lawyer, and what keeps a Nestlé IP counsel busy
We discuss Managing IP’s 50 most influential people in IP list and look back on the biggest talking points in the last month
We discuss Kathi Vidal’s departure from the USPTO, how IP business Qantm is using its private equity investment, and the latest AI trends spotted by law firms
In the latest episode, we discuss why IP firms might be attractive to PE investors and bring you the latest news on submissions for next year’s IP STARS rankings
In the latest episode, we discuss our latest list of in-house rising stars and analyse developments from AI work for law firms to legal market news in Canada
A survey of more than 25,000 in-house counsel reveals that diversity initiatives are a high priority when choosing external counsel
12th annual awards announces winners
12th annual awards announces winners