New Zealand
Paul Johns, IP litigation head for Pearce IP in New Zealand, discusses how the firm is becoming a truly trans-Tasman outfit by onboarding dual-qualified lawyers
Michelle Lue-Reid has joined the IP business as its chief transformation officer and will look to implement major change initiatives across member firms
The new head of Phillips Ormonde Fitzpatrick outlines his vision for the firm and explains why D&I measures need constant work
Private equity firm Adamantem Capital leads the race to acquire Australia-based intellectual property business Qantm IP
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Sponsored by AJ ParkAJ Park looks at the ASA’s recent Rangiora decision and its impact on the revitalisation of the Māori language in New Zealand
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Sponsored by AJ ParkAJ Park considers how recent case law has affected the distinctiveness standard guidance for stylised trademarks
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Sponsored by AJ ParkAJ Park discusses the impact of the RCEP agreement on geographical indications and Māori traditional knowledge in New Zealand
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Sponsored by AJ ParkIn New Zealand, trademark non-use revocation actions can be defended by showing there are special circumstances justifying the non-use (Trade Marks Act 2002 (NZ), Section 67, 66(2)). This article explores the framework for assessing special circumstances in New Zealand and discusses recent case law that deals with this issue.
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Sponsored by AJ ParkA recent trademark decision by the Intellectual Property Office of New Zealand (IPONZ) reveals the importance of submitting reliable and probative evidence in invalidation proceedings, even when the invalidation proceedings are undefended by the trademark owner.
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Sponsored by AJ ParkCOVID-19 has changed the way we live, communicate and do business. In this time of drastic change and upheaval, innovative entrepreneurs and businesses across the world have used this opportunity to redefine ordinary business practices and bring new products and services to the market. New Zealand is no exception.