The UPC went "live" on 1 June 2023. After a flurry of activity on day one (with 19 cases reportedly having been filed), there has since been a trickle of further infringement and revocation actions. … [Read more...] about The UPC: three months in
Risky business – the danger of doing less
As part of our ESG summer school series, this week we look at possible ESG risks for your organisation. There is no "silver bullet" solution to most of the below, and each organisation will have its … [Read more...] about Risky business – the danger of doing less
Behind the loupe: meet Fiona Nicholls, head of sustainability and ESG strategy
In our blog series, 'Behind the loupe', we go behind the scenes of our international law firm to uncover the driving forces behind our success - from the lawyers, to our leadership team, to HR, … [Read more...] about Behind the loupe: meet Fiona Nicholls, head of sustainability and ESG strategy
Behind the loupe: meet real estate partner Reena Patel
In our blog series, 'Behind the loupe', we go behind the scenes of our international law firm to uncover the driving forces behind our success - from the lawyers, to our leadership team, to HR, … [Read more...] about Behind the loupe: meet real estate partner Reena Patel
Things to watch as the UPC goes live
The commencement of the UPC is right around the corner – the new system goes live on 1 June 2023. Before launch we take a look at some of the key factors which may determine how the first few weeks … [Read more...] about Things to watch as the UPC goes live
The Unitary Patent System – Expectations, Challenges, preparation
"Cautious optimism but unsold on the benefits" could be the summary of the Gowling WLG IP team 2022/2023 UPC survey findings. The research, conducted in late 2022 and early 2023, gathered the views of … [Read more...] about The Unitary Patent System – Expectations, Challenges, preparation