Madrid System:

Jersey filing changes

Jersey became an independent designation under the Madrid System on 1 August 2026, introducing separate designation mechanics, individual fees and an intent-to-use declaration within the relevant forms.

This article looks at the procedural change, the transitional treatment of earlier UK designations, and the portfolio management points arising for trade mark owners and their advisers.

Holly Cameron

Trade Mark Attorney

EPO appeals:

Protecting auxiliary requests
 

Auxiliary requests can play a critical role in EPO opposition proceedings, but requests not considered at first instance may face admissibility issues on appeal. We look at recent Board of Appeal decisions and the practical steps patent proprietors can take to preserve important fall-back positions and protect commercial value.

What is a K an N?

Trade mark context in footwear disputes
 

A new dispute between New Balance and Decathlon highlights the importance of context when assessing trade mark infringement, particularly where logos are encountered on products rather than side by side. We examine the role of real-world use, orientation and post-sale perception in evaluating similarity and consumer confusion.

Upcoming Events

Meet us at the IPO Annual Meeting 2026

Joanne Lecky and Wendy Crosby will be attending the IPO Annual Meeting in Toronto from 27 to 29 September 2026, where IP professionals from across the sector come together to share insight, discuss current developments and build new connections. We look forward to seeing clients, contacts and industry peers there.

Murgitroyd at the 2026 AIPPI World Congress

Our team of IP specialists will be in Hamburg for the 2026 AIPPI World Congress from 7 to 10 October 2026, a leading international event bringing together IP professionals to exchange ideas, discuss key issues and strengthen connections across the sector. We look forward to seeing clients, contacts and industry peers there. 

Company News

Six Murgitroyd attorneys named in IAM Strategy 300

Six Murgitroyd attorneys have once again been recognised in the IAM Strategy 300. This marks the fourth consecutive year each has been recognised, reflecting the strength and consistency of the strategic IP advice they continue to provide to clients.

Murgitroyd highly recommended in WIPR UK 

Murgitroyd has once again been recognised in the WIPR UK Patent Rankings, receiving a Highly Recommended ranking in the Non-Contentious category, with individual recognition for Karen Fraser, Catherine Bonner and Thomas Gibb.

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