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
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
Our most popular stories of the year included a rundown of the 50 most influential people in IP, our in-house ones to watch, and UPC news
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
Managing IP reveals Tuesday’s highlights, including an illuminating discussion celebrating women in the workplace and the challenges that remain
Managing IP reveals highlights from the INTA Annual Meeting, including law firms’ diversity and ESG concerns and a new beginning for a Chinese firm
Highlights from Sunday included judicial insight from across the globe and a keynote address from Martin Luther King Jr’s daughter
Lord Justice Richard Arnold chose the occasion to call out the 'disappointing' diversity trends in the judiciary over the last two decades
Europe reported a lower share of women inventors than South Korea, China, and the US
In her keynote talk in Atlanta, the USPTO director said she wanted to update IP processes and guidance and help shape legislative and judicial rules on patent eligibility
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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
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
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
On World Mental Health Day, Elizabeth Rimmer shares why legal wellbeing charity LawCare could be heading for its ‘moment in the sun’
We provide a rundown of Managing IP’s news and analysis from the week, and review what’s been happening elsewhere in IP
Interviews; Exclusives
Interviews; Exclusives
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
Tom Chen, co-chair of the diversity and inclusion committee at Haynes Boone, reflects on mentorship, gathering feedback, and the model minority myth
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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 -
Weekly take: Why INTA shouldn’t go to Dubai in 2029
INTA has postponed its planned Annual Meeting in Dubai, but the organisation should think carefully about whether it wants to go there at all -
Weekly take: Why Pride is both a protest and celebration
To mark Pride month, Darren Smyth, cochair of IP Out, says the legal profession must not forget that some members still face exclusion and hostility
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
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’
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