Managing international patent, design and trade mark portfolios is a balance between maximising protection and controlling costs, and therefore, it is important to pay attention to official fee increases.
Here, we outline some of the latest changes, and what patent and trade mark applicants may want to consider moving forward.
Conversion rules clarified by a recent EUIPO opinion
A recent opinion from the EU Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) has helped to clarify the controversy surrounding the conversion of EU trade mark applications that are subject to non-final refusal decisions. Find out more below.
We are delighted to introduce you to our fourth annual ESG Report that not only showcases our sustained approach to contributing positively to the world around us, but also takes time to reflect on what we have achieved so far and inspires all of us across the business to do even more.