US firms have been on top of the lateral hiring market and performed strongly in Managing IP's Americas Awards and the IP STARS rankings, a trend that could continue this year
Amicus brief signed by various firms said Donald Trump’s executive orders have sought to ‘cow every other firm, large and small, into submission’
Börge Seeger reveals the similarities between IP strategy and F1, and opines on bookshops, espresso machines, and late-night emails
The tie-up will add around 10 US-based partners to Herbert Smith Freehills’ IP offering
OpenAI's latest arguments at the Delhi High Court and a victory for Under Armour were also among the top talking points this week
Andrea Stone explains how her in-house experience gives her a unique perspective, and why Ballard Spahr’s combination with Lane Powell made it an ideal time to join
IP Inclusive’s 10-year celebration provides reasons to be positive in the face of troubling attacks against DEI initiatives
Microsoft allegedly uses the HEVC technology in a range of products and offers an extension as an add-on
A group of five lawyers who joined Cleary Gottlieb say they want to help expand the firm’s IP litigation practice
The firm, which appointed three IP partners from A&O Shearman, wants to develop a tier one practice in Europe
A host of law firms from across Europe and beyond helped bring the streaming technology dispute to a close
A copyright win for AI firm Anthropic and a new executive order against law firm Jenner & Block were also among the top talking points this week
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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 -
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
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Sponsored by Ropes & GrayLawyers from Ropes & Gray joined Managing IP to discuss licensing negotiation groups
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Sponsored by Ropes & GraySteven Pepe of Ropes & Gray explains to Managing IP that while standard-essential patents pose several challenges for start-ups in emerging markets, they also present rich opportunities if the right strategies are adopted
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Sponsored by InspicosAn EPO board of appeal decision has challenged the office’s standing in requiring applicants to adapt the description text of patent applications to be in accordance with amended claims, says Edward Farrington of Inspicos
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Sponsored by Wanhuida Intellectual PropertyWu Xiaoping of Wanhuida Intellectual Property says the methodology often applied in assessing inventiveness in pharmaceutical patent litigation cases is set to be used in re-examination and invalidation proceedings after the CNIPA makes an invalidation decision a quasi-precedent
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
Florina Firaru discusses making new connections, the art of flower arranging, and the biggest misconception about IP
Heath Hoglund talks about the value proposition of patent pools and why it went ahead with its first-ever series of pool meetings in China
Harish Daiya discusses the value of IP monetisation, the benefits of a carefully structured day, and how to fit several coffee meetings into the working week
Tilleke & Gibbins’s Indonesia director explains why the firm’s regional presence is a blessing, the threat posed by new practices, and where she sees opportunities
Jane Møller Nielsen explains why a love for linguistics can help build a successful IP career, and reveals the Pippi Longstocking quote that inspires her
Yanfeng Xiong discusses 6am wake ups, honing his basketball skills, and how he prioritises tasks
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Weekly take: Why we should train managers in mental health awareness
Penelope Aspinall, of IP wellbeing charity Jonathan’s Voice, explains why managers should take a three-tiered approach to looking after workers’ mental health -
Weekly take: Why INTA’s investor focus should excite IP owners
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Weekly take: Counsel should speak out against Trump’s attacks on firms
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Weekly take: Why under siege USPTO employees deserve better
The treatment of USPTO employees has been haphazard and shows a misunderstanding of how the IP office works and the challenges it faces -
Weekly take: A&O’s IP reorg moves up a gear with Stone departure
David Stone, a highly influential figure at legacy firm Allen & Overy, has joined White & Case in what is a major move early in 2025
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’
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
The winners of the awards will be revealed at a gala dinner in New York City
Managing IP will host a ceremony in London on April 10 to reveal the winners of the EMEA Awards 2025
Practitioners and law firms should keep their eyes peeled as the shortlist for our annual Awards is set to be released
With the submission deadline fast approaching, we provide some top tips on how to make your firm stand out