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The WIPR UK Trademark Rankings 2025 are here! We’re excited to unveil this year’s rankings, recognizing the leading firms and practitioners shaping the UK trademark landscape. With dual-qualified experts, landmark cases, and the rise of AI in trademark law, the rankings reflect the evolving role of trademark professionals. This year’s research was shaped by several key trends shaping the UK trademark landscape: ✔️ Post-Brexit challenges & unregulated representatives at UKIPO ✔️ AI-powered trademark tools, including Simmons & Simmons’ Rocketeer ✔️ Major rulings, including Sky v Skykick & Thatchers v Aldi A huge thank you to all firms and clients who contributed to our research. Explore the full rankings now! https://ow.ly/tnnA50VlmAV Brand Safety Alliance #WIPRRankings #Trademarks #IPLaw #IntellectualProperty #BrandProtection

How do top brands turn complex IP into clear business strategy? Experts from Wyndham, Gap, and Cruise spill their secrets on delivering advice that resonates and builds influence across the business—moderated by Tanvi Patel. Don’t miss this insider look at what it really takes to make IP matter: https://ow.ly/eCkS50VyUQk #IntellectualProperty #BusinessStrategy #BrandManagement

Former PTAB vice chief judge Melissa Haapala has joined Sterne, Kessler, Goldstein & Fox as counsel, adding deep expertise in post-grant proceedings and patent litigation. She brings over a decade of experience, including presiding over hundreds of AIA trials and ex parte appeals. “Her decade of service at the PTAB, including her role as vice chief judge, gives her unmatched perspective on the inner workings of the Board.” said Michael Ray, managing director at Sterne Kessler. See how her arrival strengthens the firm’s IP litigation bench: https://ow.ly/NMR750VyUBr #PatentLaw #IntellectualProperty #LegalExpertise

Despite early hopes, the Federal Circuit’s en banc hearing in EcoFactor v Google is unlikely to reshape how courts handle expert damages testimony, say Robert Frederickson and Jordan Bock of Goodwin. The judges showed little appetite for a sweeping legal shift, despite industry attention and a flood of amicus briefs. Why this much-hyped case may quietly fizzle—find out more: https://ow.ly/HtnC50VyUtj #LegalInsights #IntellectualProperty #ExpertTestimony

The UKIPO will make trademark and design documents available online for the first time as part of a major digital overhaul. CEO Adam Williams says it's a bold rethink of how the office serves users—starting with simpler, more consistent services. See what’s changing and when it’s coming: https://ow.ly/V08u50VyUmg #UKIPO #Trademark #DigitalOverhaul

Join us at the AI & IP Summit USA – October 9, 2025, New York! Don’t miss your chance to hear from top industry experts on the evolving relationship between AI and IP. From patent attorneys to AI specialists, this event will cover critical topics like: 🔹 Regulatory Updates: Stay ahead with insights on AI/IP legislation & compliance 🔹 Copyright Challenges: Managing AI-generated content 🔹 Patent Trends: Latest updates on AI patentability & global strategies 🔹 Trade Secrets Protection: Safeguarding AI-specific trade secrets 🔹 Integrating AI into Legal Teams: Impact on legal teams & risk management Speakers confirmed from: Revlon, PayPal, The Estée Lauder Companies, Microsoft, Warner Music, Adobe & more. Register today to lock in the launch rate and save up to $300: https://ow.ly/9Wt550VvFZS #AI #IntellectualProperty #AIP #IP #Summit

Two ex-Tesla engineers have dodged trade secret claims after a California judge tossed CelLink’s lawsuit accusing them of stealing battery tech for a Chinese startup. The court ruled CelLink failed to prove the pair misused or even knew of its proprietary methods. Dive into the details behind the dramatic legal showdown: https://ow.ly/csf550VyUfW #Tesla #BatteryTechnology #LegalNews

In less than three weeks, LSPN North America–Spring will bring together 500+ senior IP professionals for two days of intensive networking and cutting-edge insights in Boston (May 6-7). This event combines the LSPN Awards USA with our LSPN Conference, offering the ultimate blend of learning and networking. Get ready to: - Hear from 70+ industry leaders including speakers from BioNTech, Merck, Pfizer, GSK, and more - Gain insights on critical challenges in the life sciences patent world - Celebrate industry excellence at a glittering awards ceremony - Connect with like-minded professionals and expand your network 💡 Key Highlights: May 6: Dive into patent eligibility, collaborations, and evolving roles of patent attorneys May 7: Explore global IP strategies, navigating patent expirations, and more Celebrate success at our LSPN Awards USA ceremony Don’t miss out! Tables for the awards are almost full, and the conference room is nearly at capacity. Secure your spot now to be part of this world-leading IP event! Register now: https://ow.ly/jsuv50VvEYq #LifeSciences #IntellectualProperty #IndustryInsights

We and Shireen Peermohamed have been recognised by WIPR - World IP Review in their UK trade mark rankings for the second year running. Both the firm and Shireen have been awarded ‘Recommended’ status.   Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eRADi3EA

🌱 Mental health matters in IP. The high-pressure world of intellectual property law often celebrates productivity, precision, and performance — but rarely pauses to prioritize well-being. This week, WIPR - World IP Review shared practical tools to help IP professionals manage stress and avoid burnout. Their Mental Health Toolkit offers a timely reminder: we can't protect ideas if we don't also protect ourselves. 🔗 Read the article here: https://lnkd.in/dtmkExpa #MentalHealth #IPLaw #WIPRDiversity #WorkplaceWellbeing #DiversityInIP #BurnoutPrevention #MindfulLeadership #IPProfessionals