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When Canon Europe took the decision to centralise its IP processes by bringing part of its portfolio back in-house it needed a high-end, functionally rich IP management system to support the transitio.... »


A number of high-profile cases have emphasised the importance of keeping IP ownership rights current and up to date. Here’s how to implement a robust recordal strategy and avoid jeopardising your IP.... »


Reed Smith LLP’s Michael Skrein and Tom Webley on the libel multiple publication rule... »


With a number of clients requiring accelerated examination patent applications, Oppenheimer Wolff & Donnelly LLP found it was spending an increasing amount of time on searches. Attorney Christophe.... »


There are a number of potential counterfeit risks on auction. Here are four tips for brand owners... »


Filing patents takes time and money, but rights can often be undermined by the emergence of new-found prior art. Ropes & Gray LLP’s David P Halstead and Maya Escobar discuss some corrective proc.... »


When it comes to planning for business continuity, far too many businesses think the worst will never happen to them, says CPA Global’s Neil Berrecloth... »


Not all small law firms are looking to merge with larger players; in fact, many experienced lawyers are finding that now is the right time to go it alone, as UK law firm Kempner Robinson LLP’s Richa.... »


Many legal teams decide to select a panel of firms or otherwise procure legal services via requests for proposals. Rees Morrison sets out 12 ways to improve the tender process... »




