Chad Landmon explains how he recruited a former life sciences litigation colleague to the firm and reveals one of the key clients that he brought over
The US Federal Circuit has vacated a district court decision denying Lenovo an anti-suit injunction and experts believe it has global implications
We provide a rundown of Managing IP’s news and analysis from the week, and review what’s been happening elsewhere in IP
Firms reveal how they help clients manage the costs of multi-patent lawsuits and what impact these disputes have on how companies assign work
A former Fish & Richardson attorney explains why his new firm’s offering led him to make his first-ever move
In the latest UPC update, we review the NanoString and iMop rulings, a big move in London and a decision on whether a patent pool administrator can intervene
The bank announced that its AI and machine learning patents and applications have increased by 94% in the past two years
A decision by the Paris Central Division will lead to more IP work for outside counsel, say sources
Courts are encouraged to deliver judgments within three months of a trial, but that deadline has been missed in several recent cases
Renowned litigator Tim Powell, who helped found Powell Gilbert in 2007, is the latest in a string of hires for the US firm
With the submission deadline fast approaching, we provide some top tips on how to make your firm stand out
In our latest UPC update, we review two decisions by the Court of Appeal, summarise the latest court data, and preview upcoming hearings
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Sponsored by MaiwaldChristian Meyer and Gisela Grabow of Maiwald discuss potential changes to the EU pharmaceutical regulation and their potential impact on data and market protection timelines for medicinal products
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Sponsored by CASPatent landscape analysis helps R&D teams identify trends, optimise resources, and seize innovation opportunities. This article, originally published by CAS, explains how to leverage the right tools to stay ahead of the competition
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Sponsored by InspicosJakob Pade Frederiksen of Inspicos says a Unified Patent Court decision not to stay a revocation action while a parallel EPO opposition proceeding takes place provides another indication of the court’s fast pace
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Sponsored by Tilleke & GibbinsThe Central Intellectual Property and International Trade Court has confirmed that a design’s overall appearance should be considered when determining its eligibility for patent protection, report Nuttaphol Arammuang and Tanapong Pongburanakit of Tilleke & Gibbins
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Sponsored by Hanol IP & LawMin Son of Hanol IP & Law reports on a decision that should provide improved guidance in determining whether patents or approved drugs are eligible for a patent term extension in South Korea
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
Michael DeVincenzo explains how he and his team convinced the Federal Circuit to find in favour of his client in a patent case against Salesforce
Joseph Maraia, whose team left Burns & Levinson shortly before it closed, says ArentFox Schiff is looking at the right opportunities
Patric David discusses the diverse nature of IP law, five key characteristics behind a successful IP lawyer, and his love for tech
On World Mental Health Day, Elizabeth Rimmer shares why legal wellbeing charity LawCare could be heading for its ‘moment in the sun’
HGF CEO Martyn Fish tells Managing IP in an exclusive interview what private equity firm CBPE’s minority investment in the firm means for the business and its people
Ahsan Shaikh at McDermott reveals how the firm is using three AI tools, including one for drafting patent applications
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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 -
Weekly take: Why IP firms must act to alleviate ‘constant’ deadline pressure
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 -
Weekly take: Why EPO should avoid bad optics of ‘special treatment’
The EPO’s reallocation of certain patent applications could have legitimate reasons, but a clearer message would help avoid scrutiny -
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: Why corporatisation of IP firms isn’t all gloom and doom
External investor-controlled IP firms have both downsides and upsides, so they don’t deserve all the flak they get
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
In the latest episode of our monthly podcast, the team discusses standard-essential patent developments so far this year and delves into law firm hiring strategies
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 can now submit information for the 20th annual Managing IP Awards programme
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
The winners of our Asia-Pacific Awards 2024 will be revealed during a ceremony in Malaysia on September 26