Written by trainees for trainees.
In this blog piece, Trainee Patent Attorney, Jack Braithwaite, delves into the process of filing a patent application, explaining its key steps, and offering practical advice. He also provides an overview of what a patent is and highlights its importance in protecting intellectual property.
Senior Associate, Edward Rainsford, discusses a referral brought to the Enlarged Board of Appeal. The Enlarged Board of Appeal has been presented with several questions about the extent to which the description and figures should be consulted when interpreting the claims of a patent application. The upcoming decision could clarify claim interpretation in future cases.
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Written by trainees for trainees.
Trainee Patent Attorney, Jordan Tinkler, reveals how he turned his passion for space technology into a dynamic law career, using his physics degree to fuel his exciting journey into the world of patents and innovation.
Written by trainees for trainees.
In this blog, now qualified European Patent Attorney, Emily Bevan-Smith, talks us through the much-anticipated moment she received her EQE results.
Clinical trials in the UK are governed by what can at times appear like, a complex arrangement of provisions and exemptions. In this article, we summarise these provisions and provide a guide on how to ensure that intellectual property rights are not infringed in the process of carrying out a clinical trial.
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Written by trainees for trainees.
From an engineering focus in academia, to a fulfilling career in intellectual property (IP) law - In this blog, Amardeep provides valuable insights into his career journey into IP law so far.
In this article, Appleyard Lees', Senior Associate and Patent Attorney, Sarah Gibbs, explores how the launch of two recently developed malaria vaccines, RTS,S and R21, marks a critical milestone in combating malaria. Sarah explores how integrating these vaccines with existing control measures in Africa sets out a promising path towards near-eradication of malaria.
Read more The first revocation decision from the Unified Patent Court (UPC) has seen a win for Sanofi and Regeneron in a dispute with Amgen over cholesterol lowering drugs.
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In this episode, Amritjot Jethwa, Head of Commercial IP Contracts, is joined by Chris Hoole, Partner, in providing a quick-fire summary of 5 important factors to consider as a Licensor and as a Licensee when licensing technology, creating the building blocks for the successful commercialisation of IP.
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Written by trainees for trainees.
Appleyard Lees’ trainee patent attorney, Holly Redman, shares her experiences and learnings from presenting on equality, diversity, and inclusion, as a keynote speaker at an event titled: ‘Help! How do I start a conversation about ED&I?’, organised by IP Inclusive.
In this article, we explore and discuss emerging technological innovations designed to enhance care for individuals affected by Alzheimer's disease and dementia. Appleyard Lees supports organisations that create or enable innovation that makes life better and is proud to be supporting the UK's leading dementia charity, Alzheimer’s Society. Alzheimer’s Society are an organisation striving to eliminate the devastating impact of dementia worldwide, as our charity of the year.
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