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Patent renewals: don’t bank on it
Intellectual property-focused law firms have historically accepted responsibility for patent renewals by default rather than design. But the risks associated with managing annuities can far outweigh t....  »
Six ways to reduce the cost of litigation
Here are six ways to reduce the cost of arbitration – without reducing your chances of winning your case...  »
Seven most common brand strategy mistakes and how to avoid them
Before your law firm undergoes a corporate re-brand, take a look at our checklist and avoid making the most common branding mistakes...  »
How to develop a robust pro bono programme
Tom Dunn, Clifford Chance’s first full-time pro bono lawyer, on his firm’s commitment to improving access to justice...  »
Are you flexible enough?
The legal sector has been slow to tackle issues of work-life balance or workplace diversity, but the current economic climate could instigate more flexible ways of working, says Carolyn Lee...  »
How to get the most out of your IP portfolio
The economic downturn prompted many companies to re-evaluate IP portfolios in order to monetise their assets more effectively. But what’s the best way to structure your IP department to develop the ....  »
Five steps for optimising your IP portfolio
Five tips for best practice IP asset management...  »
Protecting your IP: Do you have liability insurance?
Liability insurance is the bedrock of a company’s risk management process, so why do so few organisations insure the risk that surrounds their IP? Mark Shanahan asks SAMIAN Underwriting Agencies’ ....  »
Data security: Change the way you store and communicate information
CPA Global’s Neil Berrecloth explains how hosted web-enabled systems, such as FoundationIP, ensure data security without compromising access or availability...  »
Five simple ways to mitigate risk in IP contract management
Optimise your contract management strategy with these five top tips...  »