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NO UK ADDRESS FOR SERVICE AT THE UKIPO – WHAT’S THE RISK?

The MARCO POLO trade mark case provides a salutory warning to IP owners about the…

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CHANGE OF PRACTICE | APPOINTMENT OF A UK ADDRESS FOR SERVICE

The UKIPO has issued new guidance (TPN 2/2023) outlining changes of practice for appointment of…

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UK ADDRESS FOR SERVICE – WHY DO I NEED ONE?

The recent decision of the Appointed Person involving the YETI trade mark highlights the benefits…

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Last call to apply for UK rights from pending EUTM applications and designs

Deadline: 30 September 2021 As most IP owners will be aware, following the UK’s exit…

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BREXIT – Applications for Customs Action (AFAs)

An application for customs action (also known as an “Application for Action” or “AFA”) is…

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UNREGISTERED DESIGNS AND BREXIT

The UK has left the European Union and is currently in a transition period which…

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BREXIT UPDATE – RENEWAL FEES

After the end of the transition period, EU Trade Marks (EUTMs) and Designs (RCDs), including…

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EU AND UK REGISTERED DESIGNS – HINTS AND TIPS

Guidance on requirements and options to be considered before filing a UK or EU design.…

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BACK TO BASICS | INTRODUCTION TO DESIGNS

Design rights protect the appearance of a product, and can be a valuable asset in…

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EXTENSION OF DEADLINES ON IP CASES IN VIEW OF THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC

Provisions in place for extension of deadlines at the European Patent Office, as well as…

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