Private equity firms explain how external funding and expertise can help IP firms and reveal what they look for before investing
Our latest UPC update covers first-instance decisions, upcoming hearings, and other significant developments
Managing IP goes behind the scenes to uncover what happens when setting up an SEP licensing programme for electric vehicle chargers, and discovers why law firms play a crucial role
Exclusive data and in-house analysis show that law firms are able to respond quickly when engaging with in-house clients but struggle to make the grade when it comes to the quality of their answers
Penelope Aspinall, of wellbeing charity Jonathan’s Voice, explains why a newly published mental health hub for the IP community could prove to be a vital resource
Paul Hastings said the hire of litigator Alex Morgan underscores the firm’s commitment to strengthening its London-based IP team
Leaders at Morgan Lewis discuss the firm’s bold ambitions for Europe and why it feels it can offer a boutique experience within a full-service setting
Firms in Canada explain how they’ve adapted to a rule change in 2017 that has made advocacy skills more important in pharma disputes
AA Thornton and Venner Shipley’s combination creates a new kid on the block, but one which could rival the major UPC players
In our latest UPC update, we examine an important decision concerning the withdrawal of opt-outs, a significant victory for Edwards, and the launch of a new Hamburg-based IP firm
The combined firm, which will operate under the Venner Shipley name and have 46 partners, will go live in December
Vidal, who recently announced her departure from the USPTO, said she decided to rejoin the firm because of its team and culture
Sponsored
Sponsored
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Sponsored by MaiwaldChristian Meyer and Gisela Grabow of Maiwald consider proposals under the European Commission’s Action Plan for Intellectual Property that aim to simplify extended protection for medicinal products through a unitary supplementary protection certificate -
Sponsored by RNA, Technology and IP AttorneysRanjan Narula and Shipra Alisha Philip of RNA, Technology and IP Attorneys explore the factors driving rapid growth in India's medical tourism industry as fraudulent healthcare providers attempt to cash in
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Sponsored by Hong Kong Trade Development CouncilIn the first of two interviews with key figures at IPHatch competition winners, Managing IP hears how intellectual property has played an integral role in an algorithmic trading company’s growth
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Sponsored by Bird & BirdKatharina Pehle of Bird & Bird considers the legislative progress and potential impact of a regulation on standard-essential patents as the proposal continues to draw criticism, despite approval by the European Parliament
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Sponsored by Saint Island International Patent & Law OfficesFiona Yin of Saint Island International Patent & Law Offices says patent applicants should consider the Accelerated Examination Procedure for Re-examination as it offers an easier application process and quicker patent protection, with no official fee
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Sponsored by Ropes & GrayLawyers from Ropes & Gray joined Managing IP to discuss licensing negotiation groups
Data from Managing IP+’s Talent Tracker shows the possible effects of merger uncertainty and the buoyancy of the US legal market
Counsel at four firms reveal whether data on USPTO trends reflects the work they saw last year and why, despite an overall dip in PTAB activity, they are as busy as ever
Law firm sources weigh in on AI risks after a report revealed that corporations are more likely to use new tech
Generics companies can lose a competitive advantage by invalidating patents at the board, but it’s still a good option in many circumstances
Interviews; Exclusives
Interviews; Exclusives
Speaking to Managing IP, Kathi Vidal says she’s looking forward to helping clients shape policy when she returns to Winston & Strawn
Five members of Qantm’s leadership team, including its new managing director, discuss how the business is operating under private equity ownership and reveal expansion plans
Simona Lavagnini discusses the Greek classics, Rudyard Kipling's 'If', and how she dreams of beautiful words
Betty Chen reveals litigation opportunities and provides an update on plans to double the firm's headcount in San Francisco
Ceyda Maisami explains why HP is becoming more vocal in its SEP arguments and reveals why the company has transformed the way it engages with outside counsel
Kit Crumbley reveals his plans at Bracewell now that he can officially represent clients at the PTAB
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Weekly take: Why the IP legal market is poised for a consolidation boom
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Weekly take: Expect more firms to pursue the American dream
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Weekly take: It’s all square on IP in Harris v Trump
Little to no policies from either candidate suggest we may be waiting a while before we see major changes to the US’s IP framework -
Weekly take: Why law firms’ non-compete battles have no victors
Clients will usually stick to trusted individual advisers, so it’s time for law firms to think of alternatives to non-competes if they feel compelled to sue ex-employees -
Weekly take: Why ‘goldmine’ IP firms should consider private funding
Back-to-back PE deals for IP firms in recent years show that IP firms are sitting on goldmines, so traditional partnerships should be open to change
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
In the latest episode, we discuss the newest rankings published by IP STARS and analyse developments from AI guidelines to the purchase of a law firm
In the latest episode, Managing IP is joined by WIPO director general Daren Tang to discuss traditional knowledge, artificial intelligence, and bringing IP to the ‘man on the street’
In the latest episode, Managing IP is joined by Gwilym Roberts and Lee Davies from the Chartered Institute of Patent Attorneys to discuss the UPC, IP ministers, diversity and more
In the latest episode, the team discusses the battle to take control of listed company and IP business Qantm IP, and looks at some recent hiring trends
The winner of Managing IP’s Life Achievement Award discusses 50 years in IP law and how even he can’t avoid imposter syndrome
In the latest episode of our monthly podcast, the team discusses AI clarifications from India and the US, and previews the upcoming Managing IP Awards for EMEA and the Americas
Managing IP’s Max Walters appeared on the latest episode of ‘Two IPs in a pod’, a regular podcast hosted by the UK patent attorney body, to discuss AI, awards and more
Managing IP+ has launched the Talent Tracker, an interactive database that collates reported partner moves across the intellectual property legal market
The report, which is about the unitary patent and Unified Patent Court (UPC), features survey data analysis and interviews with patent practitioners
This year's report focuses on the unitary patent and Unified Patent Court (UPC) system, with survey data analysis and interviews with in-house and private practice patent practitioners
Managing IP reveals its pick of the top people driving intellectual property law, policy and business this year
With the submission deadline fast approaching, we provide some top tips on how to make your firm stand out
Awards
In-house counsel and teams can now submit information for the 20th annual Managing IP Awards programme
Awards
Firms are invited to participate in the research process for the 2025 Managing IP Awards programme and IP STARS rankings
Managing IP dissects the latest IP STARS rankings for copyright and IP transactions work, the final firm rankings release of the year