Practitioners reflect on the impact of USPTO guidance, as well as PTAB and litigation trends
We discuss Managing IP’s 50 most influential people in IP list and look back on the biggest talking points in the last month
Firms explain how they question jurors and account for potential bias in trade secrets cases
A meeting between the EPO and Ericsson, Paul McCartney weighing in on AI and copyright, and a law firm’s STEM pledge were among the top talking points
The operator hopes to capitalise on significant market opportunities presented by evolving voice technologies
Leaders at the newly merged firms discuss their plans for boosting trademark advice and why the combined entity can offer a flexible UPC service
Bill Braunlin was drawn to the firm because of its work with start-ups and universities, as well as its employees’ industry experience
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
Sponsored
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Sponsored by Remfry & SagarBisman Kaur of Remfry & Sagar says recent reports indicate the development of India’s intellectual property culture is continuing apace through progress in areas such as R&D, enforcement, and patent and trademark filings -
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
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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
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
Partners at Baker Botts explain why oral arguments were a crucial factor in convincing the Federal Circuit to affirm a lower court ruling
Finnegan partners outline how the firm determines whether AI tools are safe to use and if they are a worthwhile investment
Melissa Anyetei discusses how she’s building her practice and reveals the challenges of working at a larger firm
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
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Weekly take: UPC shows speedy justice is a realistic goal
National courts could combat inconsistencies over the speed of judgments – and provide parties with much-needed certainty – by looking to the UPC -
Weekly take: Why the IP legal market is poised for a consolidation boom
Leaders at some IP businesses are looking to consolidate the fragmented market and, considering the benefits, their rivals may want to follow suit -
Weekly take: UPC makes lasting impact in latest IP merger
AA Thornton and Venner Shipley’s combination creates a new kid on the block, but one which could rival the major UPC players -
Weekly take: Expect more firms to pursue the American dream
Herbert Smith Freehills and Kramer Levin’s merger won’t be the last transatlantic tie-up if recent history is anything to go by -
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
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
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+ 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