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The future of telecoms: an interview with Farnaz Massoumian, European Patent Attorney, Intellectual Property, Products & Services at Vodafone

Farnaz sits down with The Patent Lawyer to discuss her unique journey into intellectual property, the critical role of patents in driving innovation within the telecom industry, and the company’s strategic efforts to harness emerging technologies like AI, 5G, and IoT for future growth and development.

One year patents in Brazil? Yes, it is possible!

Guilherme Vieira Rodrigues and Franco Luz of Vaz e Dias Advogados & Associados review the significant reforms to Brazil’s patent examination process, which have reduced long grant times, particularly through prioritization initiatives for green technology patents aimed at fostering sustainable innovation.

Evolving contours of prior art

David McCombs, Eugene Goryunov, and Laura Vu of Haynes Boone explore recent Federal Circuit rulings that clarify the complexities surrounding the definition of prior art in patent law, specifically addressing cases involving public disclosures and the implications for inter partes review proceedings at the Patent Trial and Appeal Board.

Breaking barriers: landmark SEP patent battle redefines future litigation in India

Pravin Anand and Vaishali Mittal of Anand and Anand report on a pivotal ruling for patent law concerning the enforcement of standard-essential patents, with the Indian Court navigating the complexities of infringement and patent validity in the technology sector.

Inter partes review (IPR): the new frontier of AI tools

Jeffrey Blake, Partner at Merchant & Gould, highlights the strategic advantages of utilizing emerging AI tools to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of IPR amid evolving challenges.

Navigating claim amendments: permissibility and scope

Ranjan Narula and Suvarna Pandey of RNA Technology and IP Attorneys examine the legal frameworks and judicial precedents surrounding the amendment of claims, providing valuable insights into their permissibility and scope.

Women in IP Leadership: An interview: inspirations, experiences, and ideas for equality.

Featuring: Reanna Myers, Senior Vice President of Customer Success at Clarivate.

Rankings: the Middle East, Africa, the Americas, and the Caribbean

10 of the best law firms from each of the top jurisdictions, including Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Canada, Mexico, and Honduras.

The dual phases of AI adoption in IP: from automation to strategic thinking

Shandon Quinn, Vice President of Patent Intelligence, Search, and Analytics for Clarivate, sits down with The Patent Lawyer to delve into the current state of AI integration and the potential future transformations within the industry.

Unlocking design protection in Eurasia: a guide to the new protocol

Evgeny Alexandrov, Ph.D and Viacheslav Rybchak of Gorodissky & Partners provide an overview of the newly established Eurasian design protection system under the Protocol on the Protection of Industrial Designs, highlighting its benefits, patentability criteria, filing requirements, and examination process.

Agentic AI: a primer for patent practitioners

Nikki Sanford, Associate at BakerHostetler, explores the concept of agentic AI, highlighting its advanced autonomy and adaptability compared to traditional AI, and discusses its implications for patent practitioners in various industries.

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FisherBroyles expands LA office with seasoned IP attorney Pedro Suarez

ATLANTA —(May 19, 2025)—FisherBroyles, LLP, the world’s first and one of the largest distributed law firms, has bolstered its Los Angeles office with the addition of Pedro Suarez as a partner in its intellectual property and patent prosecution practice groups. With a...

Anaqua acquires RightHub to accelerate global growth

Acquisition underscores Anaqua’s commitment to delivering tailored solutions to Innovation & IP professionals globally BOSTON, May 15, 2025 – Anaqua, a leading provider of innovation and intellectual property (IP) management technology, today announced that it has...

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Patent drafting with AI

Patent drafting has always been a high-stakes task. It requires technical depth, legal precision, and strict adherence to formatting and procedural rules. Historically, it’s also been time-intensive, involving hours of manual drafting, revision, and cross-checking. In...

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Anaqua acquires RightHub to accelerate global growth

Acquisition underscores Anaqua’s commitment to delivering tailored solutions to Innovation & IP professionals globally BOSTON, May 15, 2025 – Anaqua, a leading provider of innovation and intellectual property (IP) management technology, today announced that it has...

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Intellectual property litigator Brian Brookey joins Honigman

WASHINGTON – Honigman LLP announced today that Brian Brookey is joining the firm as a partner in the Intellectual Property (IP) Litigation Practice Group of the IP Department in its Washington, D.C. office. Brookey, who joins Honigman from Tucker Ellis, is the third...

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Intellectual Property Salary Survey 2025

Caselton Clark shares a special edition of its 2025 Intellectual Property Salary Survey, providing a comprehensive analysis of salary and benefits trends over the past 10 years. The report covers various levels of seniority across the UK and parts of Europe. To access...

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Finnegan partner Ningling Wang is LESI’s president-elect

May 6, 2025 - Finnegan is pleased to announce that Ningling Wang is the president-elect of the Licensing Executives Society International (LESI) and will serve as the president of LESI for the 2026-2027 term. Wang, managing partner of the firm’s Shanghai office, has...

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Potter Clarkson appointed in landmark UK AI inventorship appeal

Appeal to be heard at the High Court in July 2025 could have major commercial ramifications for patents created with AI assistance or wholly by AI models. London - May 8, 2025 – Potter Clarkson, a leading intellectual property law firm, has been appointed by US-based...

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Women in IP Leadership

A segment dedicated to women working in the IP industry, providing a platform to share real accounts from rising women around the globe. In these interviews we will be discussing experiences, celebrating milestones and achievements, and putting forward ideas for advancing equity and diversity.

By providing a platform to share personal experiences we aim to continue the empowerment of women in the world of IP.

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Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Series

In this six-part series Dr. Suzanne Wertheim, of Worthwhile Research & Consulting, talks to The Patent Lawyer about diversity, equity, and inclusion: what it means; the current challenges; DEI in law; gender bias; and what we can all do to improve.

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