Inclusivity in intellectual property has been a prominent theme for the team at Wynne-Jones IP this year. We have been working closely with IP Inclusive to promote greater diversity and inclusivity throughout, not just our firm, but the profession as a whole. And today we celebrate another vital milestone the very first annual LGBT STEM Day, which highlights the invaluable contribution of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people to the STEM industry.

Leading intellectual property firm Wynne Jones IP has appointed a senior member of its team to a prestigious role within the firm. Patent Attorney Elliott Davies has been promoted to the role of Partner following continued success within the business.

The question over whether a shoe sole can be trade marked has taken a designer step forward this week. Christian Louboutin has won the backing of the European Court of Justice (ECJ) in its ongoing legal battle to protect its world-renowned red soled shoes.

Wynne-Jones IP has welcomed highly experienced Patent & Trade Mark Attorney, Martin Hyden, from the beginning of June to its Cheltenham-based Head Office.

Three dimensional (3D) trade marks have featured prominently in the news in recent years due to the coverage given to some of the world’s biggest companies, which have achieved great successes and failures in relation to registration in equal measure. Gareth Jenkins and Don Pennant at leading intellectual property firm Wynne Jones IP, discuss why an investment in a 3D trade marks can provide unparalleled commercial benefits and industry success. However, caution is advised, and any potential owner should thoroughly research previous cases before making any application, so that a clear and realistic expectation of the scope of rights obtained can be considered.

It has now been announced that the UK has ratified the Unified Patent Court Agreement (UPCA). This takes the Unified Patent Court one step closer to becoming an operational international court.

Four Wynne Jones IP experts are answering all the burning questions to help celebrate World IP Day 2018. The international initiative, celebrated on April 26, is this year highlighting the invaluable contribution made by inspirational women who have shaped the intellectual property profession globally. Here our trainee patent attorneys offer their insights into the IP industry, reveal client misconceptions, and share their top tips!