Insights

We have been closely involved in the UPC since its inception, providing updates and commentary for many years. We continue to follow events as they unfold with the latest news and insights.

Latest news

Access to documents filed at the UPC

26.09.2023

UPC to hold first substantive hearings in September

23.08.2023

UPC names the 21 new TQJs

09.08.2023

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Commentary

New podcast: You, me & the UPC

Naomi Hazenberg and Charlie French kick-off our new podcast series. They provide insight into the world of the UPC and breakdown some of the key questions surrounding it.

Entitlement and Ownership

Rachael Cartwright discusses the importance of understanding which law will be applied when forming a patent exploitation strategy within the UPC system.

UPC jurisdiction – strategic options

Gregory Bacon and Amy Cullen consider the potential advantages and disadvantages of pursuing cases before the various Central, Local and Regional Divisions, as well as the implications of related cases outside the UPC.

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