In the second in a new podcast series celebrating the tenth anniversary of IP Inclusive, we discuss IPause, a network set up to support those experiencing (peri)menopause
Firms are adapting litigation strategy as Brazil’s unique legal system and technical expertise have made preliminary injunctions a key tool in global patent disputes
A ruling on confidentiality by the the England and Wales Court of Appeal and an intervention from the US government in the InterDigital v Disney litigation were also among top talking points
Canadian law firms should avoid ‘tunnel vision’ as exclusive survey reveals client dissatisfaction with risk management advice and value-added services
In major recent developments, the CoA ruled on director liability for patent infringement, and Nokia targeted Paramount at the UPC and in Germany
Niri Shan, the newly appointed head of IP for UK, Ireland and the Middle East, explains why the firm’s international setup has brought UPC success, and addresses German partner departures
The firm, known for its prosecution expertise, discusses its plans following the appointment of a UK-based patent litigation head and two new partners
Ed White at Clarivate provides an exclusive insight into the innovation power clusters reshaping Europe and the Middle East’s IP landscape, and why quality is the new currency of invention
News of a breakaway firm launching in Germany and a spike in vaccine-related patent applications were also among the top talking points
A flurry of hiring activity among UK firms suggests they are confident of mounting a serious challenge at the UPC
With the submission deadline approaching, we sat down with our research team to provide top tips on how to make your firm stand out
EA, owner of video games including Madden and The Sims, will be sold to a consortium including Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund and a firm owned by Donald Trump’s son-in-law
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Sponsored by FirstLaw PCHwa-Kyun Lee and Youngmin Park of FirstLaw explain the country’s strict divisional filing system, the risks of double patenting, and recent legislative changes shaping how applicants pursue related inventions before the Korean Intellectual Property Office
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Sponsored by Saint Island International Patent & Law OfficesMing-yeh Lin of Saint Island International Patent & Law Offices examines a Taiwanese case that illustrates how courts assess design similarity for extremely small products when instruments such as microscopes or profilometers are used
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Sponsored by Anand and AnandPravin Anand, Vaishali Mittal, and Siddhant Chamola of Anand and Anand examine a recent High Court of Delhi decision that sheds light on India’s evolving standard-essential patent disclosure rules, with potential implications for Japanese stakeholders
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Sponsored by Maiwald Intellectual PropertyFabian Kiendl and Christian Schäflein of Maiwald examine how AI engineering can yield patentable inventions and consider the protection of such solutions in automotive technology under the European Patent Convention
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Sponsored by Cabinet M OproiuRaluca Vasilescu of Cabinet M Oproiu continues a series on AI’s potential use in patent practice by analysing drafting experiments focused on differentiating from the closest prior art
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Sponsored by IP WorkEleni Lappa of IP Work explains how Japanese companies can protect intellectual property and resolve disputes in Europe, with insights on alternative dispute resolution, patents, trademarks, and the challenges of AI and cross-border regulation
Firms reflect on how they’re managing their design patent practices as brands seek to enforce their rights at the Northern District of Illinois and beyond
Firms explain how they question jurors and account for potential bias in trade secrets cases
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
Interviews; Exclusives
Interviews; Exclusives
Heath Hoglund, president of Via LA, discusses how it sets royalty rates and its plans to build on growth in China
Eszter Szakács, partner at Danubia in Hungary, discusses women’s progression, workplace flexibility, and how to deal with imposter syndrome
Molly Kocialski, who has joined Holland & Hart after nearly a decade as a USPTO regional director, discusses career shifts, resilience, and overcoming casual sexism
Brian Horne reveals how his team secured a favourable damages outcome in a patent and trade secrets case involving X-ray technology
In an exclusive interview, Rouse CEO Luke Minford, Arnold & Siedsma managing partner Steve Duxbury, and Wrays executive chairman Gary Cox discuss plans to build the world’s first ‘truly integrated’ global IP services business
Benjamin Grzimek, partner at Casalonga’s new Düsseldorf office, believes the firm is well-placed to challenge German UPC dominance
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Weekly take: Why DEI is not just a tick box exercise
Cassandra Hill of Mishcon de Reya explains why the firm remains committed to diversity targets and why others should follow suit -
Weekly take: Why UK’s UPC return would not be bananas idea
Delegates at a conference unpicking the UK’s relationship with the UPC are hopeful of strengthened UK involvement – so should we all be -
Weekly take: Rouse-Wrays deal marks new era for Australia
Only a few international law firms have made a mark in Australia’s IP market, but Rouse entering the field could be a sign of changing times -
Weekly take: Why Ireland’s reignited UPC interest is welcome relief
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Weekly take: Why law firms and in-house can gain from adding value
Value-added services give in-house counsel the satisfaction that they are getting more value for money, while law firms get the opportunity to win more work
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
In-house counsel and teams are invited to submit information for the 21st annual Managing IP Awards
The location will be easily accessible for delegates visiting London for the INTA Annual Meeting
The LMG Life Sciences Awards announces the 2025 winners for the 13th annual awards!
The winners will be revealed during a ceremony in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, on November 6